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Spreading The Word--A Quiz About TV Evangelists

They are sometimes controversial, sometimes inspiring. Whether you love them or loathe them they are a part of American culture. Enjoy this quiz about television ministers!

A multiple-choice quiz by Bob9491. Estimated time: 4 mins.

Author
Bob9491

Time
4 mins

Type
Multiple Choice

Quiz #
350,925

Updated
Dec 03 21

# Qns
10

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Average

Avg Score
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Question 1 of 10

1. What TV minister became pastor of Lakewood Church in Houston, Texas following his father's death in 1999? Hint

John Hagee

Ernest Angley

Jack van Impe

Joel Osteen

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Question 2 of 10

2. What evangelist and faith healer, now deceased, once proclaimed on TV in 1987 that God was going to "call him home" if he didn't raise $8 million by March? Hint

Jim Bakker

Ernest Angley

Jimmy Swaggart

Oral Roberts

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Question 3 of 10

3. Which evangelist founded the PTL (Praise the Lord) Network? His first wife, Tammy Faye, appeared with him. Hint

Richard Roberts

Jummy Swaggart

Jerry Falwell

Jim Bakker

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Question 4 of 10

4. Billy Graham has arguably been the most beloved of all evangelists. What is the name of his weekly radio program, later conducted by his son Franklin? Hint

Hour of Decision

Back to the Bible

The World Tomorrow

Focus on the Family

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Question 5 of 10

5. Whose church was known as "The Cathedral of Tomorrow"? Hint

John Hagee

Joyce Meyer

Rex Humbard

Garner Ted Armstrong

6. Herbert W. Armstrong was the founder of the Worldwide Church of God. His son took over his ministry following his retirement, but eventually fell into his father's disfavor and was removed. Who was his son? Hint

Bob Armstrong

Garner Ted Armstrong

Scott Armstrong

Lance Armstrong

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Question 7 of 10

7. The late Jerry Falwell was noted for his conservative beliefs. After the Dixie Chicks' lead singer Natalie Maines made a controversial remark about then President George W. Bush, what nickname did Reverend Falwell give them? Hint

The Three Traitors

Three French Hens

The Turncoats

The Pathetic Peeps

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Question 8 of 10

8. Since starting a television ministry in 1993 Joyce Meyer has probably become the best known female evangelist. What is the title of her television program? Hint

The 700 Club

Spreading the Gospel

Successful Christian Living

Enjoying Everyday Life

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Question 9 of 10

9. Pat Robertson, founder of the Christian Broadcasting Network, began anchoring a long-running daily show in 1966 that is syndicated worldwide. What is it? Hint

The 700 Club

Faith in Today's World

Daily Christian Living

The Joy of Christian Living

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Question 10 of 10

10. In 1973 Paul Crouch and his wife founded another successful broadcasting network--the Trinity Broadcasting Network. What is Paul Crouch's wife's name? Hint

Jan

June

Jane

Joni

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Quiz Answer Key and Fun Facts

1. What TV minister became pastor of Lakewood Church in Houston, Texas following his father's death in 1999?

Answer: Joel Osteen

Lakewood Church is in the former Compaq Center, once home to the NBA Houston Rockets. Joel Osteen has authored three best-selling books at this writing and has traveled worldwide to deliver his message.

2. What evangelist and faith healer, now deceased, once proclaimed on TV in 1987 that God was going to "call him home" if he didn't raise $8 million by March?

Answer: Oral Roberts

Oral Roberts retired shortly after that and lived until 2009. He had the distinction of founding a first-class university that is named after him. Their basketball team became one of the top college teams in the country.

3. Which evangelist founded the PTL (Praise the Lord) Network? His first wife, Tammy Faye, appeared with him.

Answer: Jim Bakker

Jim Bakker did time for fraud, but later returned to television with a new wife and new ministry. Tammy Faye went on to co-host a talk show with actor Jim J. Bullock. She passed away from cancer in 2007.

4. Billy Graham has arguably been the most beloved of all evangelists. What is the name of his weekly radio program, later conducted by his son Franklin?

Answer: Hour of Decision

Billy's health steadily declined since the death of his beloved wife Ruth in 2007 and he virtually retired, making only rare public appearances. But his son Franklin set out to carry on his father's ministry in honorable fashion.

5. Whose church was known as "The Cathedral of Tomorrow"?

Answer: Rex Humbard

Rex passed away on September 21, 2007. His wife Maude Aimee died in May of 2012. Rex was one of the last people to see Elvis Presley alive, having visited him a few days before his death.

Answer: Garner Ted Armstrong

Garner Ted Armstrong hosted the radio program "The World Tomorrow" for years before being expelled from the Worldwide Church of God by his father who was quoted as saying "He's in the hands of Satan". Garner Ted passed away in 2003.

Answer: Three French Hens

Natalie's remarks were made in London during an overseas concert tour. Many country radio stations boycotted their recordings after that. Reverend Falwell also once criticized the popular children's show "The Teletubbies", saying that one of the Teletubbies was gay.

8. Since starting a television ministry in 1993 Joyce Meyer has probably become the best known female evangelist. What is the title of her television program?

Answer: Enjoying Everyday Life

Based just outside of her hometown of St. Louis Missouri, Joyce Meyer was named by "Time" magazine in 2005 as one of the "Top 25 Evangelicals in America", coming in at number 17.

9. Pat Robertson, founder of the Christian Broadcasting Network, began anchoring a long-running daily show in 1966 that is syndicated worldwide. What is it?

Answer: The 700 Club

Pat Robertson made an unsuccessful run for the Republican presidential nomination in 1988, but remained a highly influential spokesman for the "Christian Right".

10. In 1973 Paul Crouch and his wife founded another successful broadcasting network--the Trinity Broadcasting Network. What is Paul Crouch's wife's name?

Answer: Jan

Jan Crouch is a striking figure with her big blonde hair and sugary Southern accent. She and Paul were married in 1958.

Source: Author Bob9491

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