Chapter 4 6th The Israelites

What made the Israelites different from other cultures of their time?

• They relied more on fishing than farming.

• They lived in small towns instead of cities.

• They lved far from a major river.

• They worshiped only one God.

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

• Abraham and his family were forced to leave by the Assyrians.

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

• Abraham and his family were looking for new trading partners.

• Abraham discovered gold and silver in the area around Canaan.

Why is Moses considered an important figure?

• He led the Israelites from Egypt so they could be free.

• He wrote the first half of the Hebrew Bible.

• He was the brother of Abraham.

• He was the first king of Canaan.

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

• The soil and climate of Canaan made it difficult to farm.

• Many different groups of people already lived in Canaan.

• Canaan had very few sources of drinkable water.

• Many Israelites left Canaan to return to Egypt.

What is a tabernacle?

• a tent where the Israelites went to pray

• a chest werhe the Hebrew Bible was stored

• a temple where the Canaanites worshiped

• a building where the Israelites stored grain.

Who was the first king of the Israelites?

• Solomon

• Moses

• Saul

• Samuel

According to the Hebrew Bible, what did David accomplish as king? (Select all that apply)

• He defeated the Philistines.

• He wrote the proverbs in the Hebrew Bible

• He overthrew King Saul in battle.

• He united the Israelites.

In what way were the kingdoms of Israel and Judah similar?

• The people both adopted the culture of the Babylonians.

• The capital cities were both built on important holy sites.

• The people both practiced the religion of the Israelites.

• The capital cities were both built on the coast.

What event led to the Babylonian Exile?

• 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 the Samaritans.

What role did prophets play in the daily life of Judeans? (Select all that apply)

• They advised government officials.

• They shared words of hope during hard times.

• They explained when people were not following the word of God.

• They taught people how to read the Hebrew bible.