Judaism Quiz

Who were the ancestors of the Jewish people?

• Egyptians

• Romans

• Israelites

• Greeks

What does the word "Torah" mean?

• Law

• Teaching

• History

• Guide

What is the Torah?

• A historical document

• A set of laws

• The first five books of the Hebrew Bible

• A commentary on the Bible

What is the Talmud?

• A sacred shrine

• A religious leader

• A written interpretation of the Torah's laws

• A type of prayer

What sources do historians rely on to learn about the development of Judaism?

• Artifacts and writings

• Paintings and sculptures

• Newspapers and magazines

• Television and radio

How were the accounts of the history of the Jewish people traditionally passed down?

• Through written documents

• Orally from generation to generation

• Via the internet

• Through theatrical plays

Who is considered the father of the Jews according to the text?

• Moses

• Isaac

• Jacob

• Abraham

What did Abraham introduce according to the text?

• The belief in multiple gods

• The belief in one God

• The belief in nature spirits

• The belief in afterlife

What covenant did Abraham make with God?

• To build a temple

• To lead his people to Egypt

• To go to Canaan

• To sacrifice his son

According to the text, what is the role of God in the beliefs of the Jews?

• To provide wealth

• To determine right and wrong

• To lead them in battles

• To teach them agriculture