I used these questions on a worksheet to help students evaluate and understand personalities in the scriptures:
:: Character Study ::
Name:
Scripture:
Spouse/Children:
Age:
Hometown:
Occupation:
Describe this person using only three words. Circle the word you feel is this person’s core quality:
________________ , ________________ , ________________
Briefly describe the person’s attitude toward:
Him/Herself _______________________________________________
Family ____________________________________________________
God ______________________________________________________
What problem(s) has this person experienced?
Describe an event from the life of this person that is meaningful to you:
How does/might this person react when under temptation or stress?
How did/might this person solve their problem?
What did Heavenly Father/Jesus do to/for this person?
Wise people learn from their own choices; super-wise people learn from the choices of others. What can you learn from this person’s choices (good or bad)?
Great for: Reviewing a scripture story, Eliciting thoughtful responses
Class size: Any class size
Helps Students: SEARCH the scriptures or text, SEE a gospel principle in action
Prep Time: 5 minutes
Student Age: Any age
Equipment needed: pencil and paper
