Chapter 7 Section 1 Study Notes

​The Early Hebrews

By Elizabeth Horton

Abraham and Moses Lead Their People

Abraham led the Hebrews to Canaan and to a new religion
Moses led the Israelites out of slavery in Egypt

Multiple Choice

Who led the Israelites out of slavery in Egypt?

• Ms. Beth

• Moses

Multiple Choice

Who led the Hebrews to Canaan and a new religion?

• Abraham

• Emma

Kings United the Israelites

Strong kings united Israelites to fight off invaders
King David-slew Philistine giant Goliath
King Soloman- built a great Temple of God in Jerusalem

Multiple Choice

What did King David do?

• slew giant Goliath

• Ran away from home

Multiple Choice

What did King Solomon do?

• Built a store

• Built a great Temple of God

Invaders Conquer and Rule

Invaders conquered and ruled the Israelites after their kingdom broke apart
The Chaldeans captured Jerusalem and destroyed Solomon's Temple
Then the Persians conquered the Chaldeans and let the Jews return to Jerusalem

Multiple Choice

Who captured Jerusalem and destroyed Solomon's Temple?

• The Chaldeans

• a King

Multiple Choice

Who conquered the Chaldeans?

• Ruth

• the Persians

Women in Israelite Society

Some women in Israelite and Jewish society made great contributions to their history
Naomi had a very strong faith in God
Ruth was not an Israelite, though her husband was. After her husband died she and her mother-in-law, Naomi, settled in Israel. Ruth was so inspired by Naomi she adopted her beliefs and dedicated her life to supporting Naomi.

Multiple Choice

who had a strong faith in God?

• Kingdom

• Naomi

Multiple Choice

Who dedicated their life to Naomi?

• Ruth

• Idgie