Judaism and the Israelites Quiz

Which group of Jews lived outside the Jewish homeland?

• Pharisees

• Essenes

• Sadducees

• Diaspora

What is the reason behind the name 'Dead Sea'?

• It is a sea with no living organisms

• It is a sea with a high salt content

• It is a sea with a strong current

• It is a sea with a dark color

Which language is commonly spoken in the Middle East?

• English

• Arabic

• Hebrew

• Latin

Who were influential in establishing the Israelite area of Canaan?

• Saul, David, and Solomon

• Moses, Joshua, and Aaron

• Abraham, Isaac, and Jacob

• Pharaoh, Ramses, and Tutankhamun

What is the name of the Jewish house of worship?

• Temple

• Synagogue

• Church

• Mosque

Which book of the Hebrew Bible describes the Jewish hopes for the future?

• Genesis

• Exodus

• Leviticus

• Prophets

Who led the Jews in a revolt against the Romans in 132 CE?

• Simon ben Kosiba

• Moses

• David

• Solomon

What is the Hebrew term for instruction?

• Torah

• Talmud

• Synagogue

• Sabbath

Which group of Jews favored cooperation with the Romans?

• Pharisees

• Essenes

• Sadducees

• Zealots

What is the name of the Jewish day of worship and rest?

• Passover

• Sabbath

• Yom Kippur

• Hanukkah