The Chashmonaim Revolt Quiz

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Who was the Maccabean leader who purified the Temple?

• Jonathan

• Mattathias

• Simon Thassi

• Judah Maccabee

Answer explanation

Judah Maccabee, the Maccabean leader, purified the Temple. He led the successful revolt against the Seleucid Empire and restored the Temple to Jewish worship.

What is not true about Judah Maccabee?

• He was a great commander who achieved military victories.

• He initiated the Hasmonean revolt.

• He captured Jerusalem and purified the Temple.

• His offspring did not become the rulers of Judea.

Answer explanation

Judah Maccabee was a great commander, initiated the Hasmonean revolt, captured Jerusalem, and purified the Temple. However, his offspring did not become rulers of Judea.

Why did a Hellenistic official try to force the people of Modi'in to participate in idolatrous practice?

• Because he was executing King Antiochus' hostile policies towards Judaism.

• Because the Jews rebelled against the Hellenists.

• Because he wanted to spread Hellenism to Modi'in.

• Because the Jews of Modi'in were fervent Hellenists.

Answer explanation

The Hellenistic official forced the people of Modi'in to participate in idolatrous practice because he was executing King Antiochus' hostile policies towards Judaism.