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The Hebrews and Judaism
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1
A Jewish house of worship is called a
Torah.
Sabbath.
synagogue.
church.
2
Which of the following prompted the pharaoh to free the Hebrews?
A series of plagues struck Egypt.
Moses demanded freedom for the Hebrews.
The Hebrew population grew rapidly in Egypt.
The Hebrews received the Ten Commandments from God.
3
To escape slavery, Moses led the Hebrews out of
Canaan.
Israel.
Egypt.
Mesopotamia
4
After the Israelites left Canaan, they went to
Jerusalem
Diaspora
Egypt
Mesopotamia
5
Which of the following best describes Judaism’s effect on later cultures?
Most Eastern cultures were strongly influenced by Judaism.
Judaism helped shape Western cultures.
Few cultures were shaped by Judaism.
All world cultures are based on Judaism.
6
According to the Hebrew Bible, Abraham left Mesopotamia because
Persians invaded
Drought
Famine
God told him to leave
7
Which of these best summarizes the Exodus?
the Hebrews’ departure from Egypt
the scattering of Jews outside of Canaan
the conflict between the Hebrews and Romans
the journey Abraham took to Mesopotamia
8
Under David, Israel’s new capital became
Jerico.
Jerusalem.
Damascus.
Samaria.
9
Jewish religious leaders were called
Sephardim.
Ashkenazim.
Zealots.
rabbis.
10
According to the Hebrew Bible, Moses received the Ten Commandments in
Egypt
Canaan
Mesopotamia
Mt. Sinai
11
How did Judaism influence the development of Islam?
The teachings of Jesus reflect Jewish ideas.
The people who follow Islam must follow Mosaic laws.
Early followers of Islam honored the Sabbath.
Early followers of Islam believed they came from Abraham.
12
Which of the following is the most likely reason that the yad is used when reading the Torah?
The special pointer is an ancient tool.
It helps people keep their place.
The book is sacred and it prevents damage.
People are more likely to focus on the message.
13
Israel split into two kingdoms called
Israel and Judah
Israel and Persia
Judah and Persia
14
What happened in Israel after King Solomon's death
Israelites moved to Mesopotamia
Israel split apart
Israelites moved to Egypt
15
The Hebrew Bible traces the Hebrews back to a man named
Abraham
David
Moses
Solomon
16
Which holiday celebrates the rededication of the Second Temple?
Hanukkah
Yom Kippur
Passover
Rosh Hashana
17
Which event do Jews remember when celebrating Passover?
the struggle at Masada
the Diaspora
the Exodus
the burning of the Second Temple
18
Who became king of the Israelites after David?
Abraham
Saul
Solomon
Daniel
19
The dispersal of Jews along the Persian empire is called
Diaspora
Exodus
Judaism
20
People who receive messages from God are called
Reform Jews.
psalms.
prophets.
Orthodox Jews.
21
After returning to Canaan, the Hebrews called themselves
Israelites
Canaanites
Philistines
Jews
22
What is the purpose of the Talmud?
to tell the history of the Jews
to state the laws that Jews must follow
to reveal the word of God
to explain Jewish laws
23
The most sacred text in Judaism is the
Torah.
Hebrew Bible.
Dead Sea Scrolls.
Talmud.
24
Which family helped lead the Jews to independence?
The Applebees
The Macabees
The Abrahams
The Cenas
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The Hebrews’ religion was called
Islam.
Judaism.
Christianity.
Diaspora
