Judaism

Why did the Romans enslave much of Jerusalem’s population?

• Because the Jews rebuilt Solomon’s Temple

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    Because the Jews revolted against Roman rule

• Because the Jews refused to respect Roman priests

• Because the Jews identified themselves as Abraham’s descendants

How do the Ten Commandments help Jews fulfill their responsibility to improve the world?

• By providing them a list of holy days

• By providing them a set of moral laws

• By requiring them to give aid to the poor

• By requiring them to be fair in business dealings

Why are the writings of the Talmud important to Judaism?

• They explain Jewish laws.

• They describe Jewish history.

• They contain expressions of Hebrew wisdom.

• They describe the messages of Hebrew prophets.

The writings of the _________ are important to Judaism because they explain Jewish laws.

What do Jews do on Yom Kippur?

• Ask God to forgive their sins

• Celebrate a new year in the Jewish calendar

• Honor the journey of the Israelites out of slavery

• Honor an ancient celebration at a Jewish temple

Cause and Effect: How did the destruction of the Temple by the Romans affect the practice of Judaism?

What is the Diaspora?

• The temporary movement of people

• Movement of all people

• Extending or operating across national boundaries.

• The scattering of Jews outside of Israel and Judah

Define monotheism.

Imagine you are helping to plan a museum of ancient Jewish history. Write a brief recommendation for three exhibits you would like to include.