History of Judaism (Day 2)

What was Canaan believed to be in relation to the Israelites?

• A city of gold

• A land promised by God

• A mythical realm

• A battleground

Who occupied Canaan upon the Israelites' return?

• The Egyptians

• The Babylonians

• The Philistines

• The Romans

Who was chosen to be the king of the Israelites and help push the Philistines out of Canaan?

• David

• Solomon

• Saul

• Moses

What significant event marked David's rise to prominence in Israel around 1000 B.C.E.?

• He was appointed by the high priests.

• He defeated the warrior Goliath.

• He discovered the Ark of the Covenant.

• He wrote the Psalms.

Who was the king before David and what happened to him?

• Saul, who was exiled.

• Solomon, who died of old age.

• Saul, who died in battle.

• Solomon, who was overthrown.

What did King David do to unify Israel?

• He divided the land among the tribes.

• He built a large palace.

• He united the tribes into one nation.

• He established a new religion.

What city did David make the capital of Israel, which also became the center of political and religious life?

• Bethlehem

• Nazareth

• Jerusalem

• Hebron

What important religious artifact did David return to Jerusalem?

• The Golden Menorah

• The Stone Tablets of the Ten Commandments

• The Ark of the Covenant

• The Scroll of the Law

Who was King Solomon in relation to David?

• David's brother

• David's son

• David's father

• David's advisor

What significant structure did King Solomon build in Jerusalem?

• A royal palace

• A market square

• A magnificent temple

• A defensive fortress