Judaism 5.2

Multiple Choice

Judaism is monotheistic, the belief in 1 God.

• True

• False

Multiple Choice

Who freed the Jews from Egypt, the book of Exodus.

• Abraham
• Joseph
• Moses

Multiple Choice

How did the leadership of kings like Saul, David, and Solomon shape the development of ancient Israel and Judah?

• It unified Israel, established a monarchy, expanded territories, and created a national identity through military conquests, centralized governance, and religious institutions.

• The reign of Saul, David, and Solomon led to internal conflicts and division among tribes.
• Saul, David, and Solomon primarily promoted agricultural advancements over political unity.

Multiple Choice

Which empire conquered Israel in 722 B.C.?

• Babylonian Empire

• Assyrian Empire

• Persian Empire

Multiple Choice

How did the Babylonian Exile affected Jewish religious practices and identity?

• The Exile encouraged the adoption of Babylonian religious customs.
• It transformed Jewish practices from temple worship to prayer and Torah study, solidifying Jewish identity and community.

• The Babylonian Exile led to the construction of new temples in Babylon.

Multiple Choice

Which of the following actions did Cyrus the Great take after conquering Babylon?

• He forced Jews to convert to Persian religion.

• He allowed conquered people to keep their customs.

• He exiled the Jews to Egypt.

Multiple Choice

After A.D. 70, many Jews were forced to leave Jerusalem and settle in new places. This was the ___.

• Diaspora
• Migration
• Exile

Multiple Choice

Which foreign powers controlled Judah after the Persians?

• Romans and Greeks

• Egyptians and Seleucids

• Babylonians and Persians

Multiple Choice

How did the Jewish Diaspora influence the spread of Judaism and its impact on world history?

• It led to the disappearance of Judaism.

• It helped Judaism become a worldwide religion and influenced other religions and Western civilization.

• It caused Jews to abandon their traditions.

Multiple Choice

What is the significance of monotheism in the history of the Hebrews as described in the Hebrew Bible?

• It led to the Hebrews settling in Canaan

• It was a significant development in religion, distinguishing the Hebrews from other ancient peoples

• It caused the Hebrews to become nomadic