What is the theme of the book of Micah?

• A. Exile
• B. Judgement
• C. Prophecy
• D. Prosperity

Answer: (B)

The main idea being tested is recognizing the dominant message of Micah, which centers on judgment. Micah repeatedly calls God’s people and their leaders to account for injustice, corruption, and empty religious ritual. He speaks of God’s impending punishment on Israel and Judah for oppressing the poor, exploiting the vulnerable, and relying on outward show rather than true righteousness. The prophets also point toward a future restoration, but that hope sits within the broader pattern of judgement—God will bring discipline to set things right. Exile is a consequence that flows from disobedience, and prosperity isn’t what Micah emphasizes; the emphasis is on accountability before God for how people treat one another. So the best fit among the options is judgment.