The Road to Emmaus appearance occurs in which gospel?

• A. Mark
• B. John
• C. Luke
• D. Matthew

Answer: (C)

The event being tested is a post-resurrection appearance described in Luke’s Gospel. In the Road to Emmaus narrative, two disciples walk toward Emmaus on the first Sunday after Jesus’ death, and Jesus joins them. He teaches them from Scripture, and it’s only when he breaks bread that they recognize him. This precise sequence—the walking with Jesus, the Scripture explanation, and the breaking of bread revealing the risen Christ—is unique to Luke.

Other Gospels recount resurrection appearances too, but not this Emmaus journey. Mark ends with an empty tomb and later appearances are not styled as this road scene; Matthew includes appearances and a commission, while John has other post-resurrection interactions, but not the Emmaus road moment. The distinct Emmaus account belongs to Luke, which is why this gospel is the correct source for that appearance.