Ancient Hebrews

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What made the Israelite's different from other cultures of their time?

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They worshiped only one god

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According to the Hebrew Bible, why did Abraham lead his family from Mesopotamia to Canaan?

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Abraham received a message from God telling him to go there.

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Why is Moses considered an important figure?

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He led the Israelite's from Egypt so they could be free.

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What challenges did the Israelites face in making Canaan their new home?

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Many different groups of people already lived in Canaan.

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What is a tabernacle?

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a tent where the Israelite's went to pray

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Who was the first king of the Israelites?

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Saul

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According to the Hebrew Bible, what two things did David accomplish as king?

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He united the Israelites.

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What event lead to the Babylonian exile? Options: The Judean king rebelled against the Chaldeans, The Judean king defeated the Assyrian army, The Israelite king led his people away from Canaan, The Israelite king tried to unite with Samaritans

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The Judean king rebelled against the Chaldeans

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What is the Sabbath?

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a weekly day of worship and rest observed by Jewish people

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Where did the Jews build the second temple?

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Jerusalem