Ancient Israel Quiz

Which historical figure is best known for creating the first Jewish temple in Israel?

• King David

• King Saul

• Nebuchadnezzar

• King Solomon

Which list correct identifies the achievements of each king of Israel?

• David built the temple, Saul established the capital of Jerusalem, Solomon was the first king

• Saul built the temple, Solomon established the capital of Jerusalem, David was the first king

• Saul was the first king, David established the capital of Jerusalem, Solomon, built the temple

• Solomon established the capital of Jerusalem,David built the temple, Saul was the first king

What geographical feature connects the Dead Sea to the Sea of Galilee?

• Sinai Peninsula

• Jordan River

• Atlantic Ocean

• Euphrates River

What is the Hebrew Bible called?

• Psalms

• the Ten Commandments

• Torah

• Tanakh

This is a quote from the Hebrew Bible, or Tanakh.  Based on this quote, the Hebrew Bible was important in establishing the laws of which religion?

• Hinduism

• Judaism

• Polytheism

• Buddhism

This chart describes King Saul.  Which phrase completes this chart?

• was the first king of Israel

• wrote the Hebrew Bible

• conquered much of Egypt

• increased trade with China

What did the Ten Commandments do for Judaism?

• Gave historical evidence that Egypt was founded by Jews

• Described a basic code of conduct for Jews

• Slowed the spread of Judaism

• Increased the popularity of Judaism

What happened because of the Diaspora?

• the rise of the Jewish kingdom on the Mediterranean

• Chaldean Empire falls

• Second Temple is destroyed

• Jewish beliefs and culture spreads

What is Moses known for in ancient Jewish history?

• first king of Israel

• led the ancient Israelites out of Egypt

• wrote the Tanakh

• the first prophet of Judaism

How did King David leave a long lasting impact on Israel? Choose two:

• He made Islam the official religion of Israel

• He expanded the borders of Israel

• He increased Egyptian influence in Israel

• He prevented Roman governors from living in Israel

• He made Jerusalem the capital of Israel