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