The Chashmonaim Revolt Quiz

The Chashmonaim Revolt Quiz

8th Grade

19 Qs

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The Chashmonaim Revolt Quiz

The Chashmonaim Revolt Quiz

Assessment

Quiz

History

8th Grade

Easy

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19 questions

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

When did the Hasmonean revolt begin?

In 166 BCE

In 140 BCE

In 598 BCE

In 332 BCE

Answer explanation

The Hasmonean revolt began in 166 BCE, as it was the correct answer choice. It marked the start of a significant historical event.

2.

MULTIPLE SELECT QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is true about Menelaus? (select both correct answers)

He was appointed High Priest by Antiochus IV.

He took the Temple vessels and delivered them to Antiochus IV.

He purified the Temple in Jerusalem.

He secretly supported the Hasmonean revolt.

Answer explanation

Menelaus was appointed High Priest by Antiochus IV and took the Temple vessels, delivering them to Antiochus IV.

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Why did Antiochus IV order the construction of the Acra fortress?

To oversee commerce in Jerusalem.

To build himself a suitable residence near the Temple.

To protect the citizens of Jerusalem from thieves and burglars.

To enforce his control over Jerusalem.

Answer explanation

Antiochus IV ordered the construction of the Acra fortress to enforce his control over Jerusalem.

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which kingdom did Antiochus IV govern?

The Judean Kingdom

The Ptolemaic Kingdom

The Seleucid Kingdom

The Greek Kingdom

Answer explanation

Antiochus IV governed the Seleucid Kingdom.

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Who was the Maccabean leader who attained independence for Judea?

Simon Thassi

Jonathan

Mattathias

Judah Maccabee

Answer explanation

Simon Thassi was the Maccabean leader who achieved independence for Judea. He led the successful revolt against the Seleucid Empire and established the Hasmonean dynasty.

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Why did the Maccabees need to purify the Temple?

Because Antiochus IV had commanded them to.

Because they needed one jar of pure oil.

Because it had been transformed into a shrine for Zeus, and defiled.

Because the Jewish people forgot the laws of the Torah.

Answer explanation

The Maccabees needed to purify the Temple because it had been transformed into a shrine for Zeus, and defiled. This was necessary to restore its sanctity and remove the idolatrous influence.

7.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Where did Mattathias live when he initiated the Hasmonean Revolt?

Emmaus

Ellasa

Modi'in

Gezer

Answer explanation

Mattathias lived in Modi'in when he initiated the Hasmonean Revolt. Modi'in was the correct choice.

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