Judaism and the Israelite Kingdoms

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Which of the following set the Hebrews apart from other ancient people? They worshipped a single God. , They settled in Canaan., They lacked a strong religious faith. , They were shepherds.

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They worshipped a single God. 

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What statement describes the earliest political organization of Israel after the Hebrews returned to Canaan from Egypt?

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Israel was a loose confederation of tribes governed by judges.

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According to the Hebrew Bible, where did Moses receive the Ten Commandments from God? Options: Mount Sinai, Egypt, Mount Tabor, The Promised Land

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Mount Sinai

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What emblem became a symbol of Judaism and modern Israel? Options: menorah, Star of David, David's sling, the Torah

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Star of David

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Why did the kingdom of Israel split into two kingdoms?

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The northern tribes resented the taxes from Solomon's building projects.

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According to the Hebrew Bible, whom did God tell to settle with his family in Canaan? Options: Moses, Deborah, Joshua, Abraham

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Abraham

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Which word means that a religion is based on the worship of a single God?

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monotheism

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Which leader brought the Israelites into the Promised Land after the Exodus?

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Joshua

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What is a Jewish spiritual leader, or teacher, called?

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rabbi

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Who were the powerful leaders who governed Israel before the kings? Options: confederations, rabbis, tribes, judges

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judges