Understanding Jewish Denominations

What is the largest Jewish affiliation in America?

• Hasidic Judaism

• Orthodox Judaism

• Conservative Judaism

• Reform Judaism

Which Jewish movement emphasizes the primacy of the Jewish ethical tradition over the obligations of Jewish law?

• Reform Judaism

• Conservative Judaism

• Ultra-Orthodox Judaism

• Orthodox Judaism

What percentage of American Jews identify as Orthodox?

• 10%

• 35%

• 18%

• 25%

Which Jewish denomination sees Jewish law as obligatory but allows for a range of observance?

• Reform Judaism

• Orthodox Judaism

• Ultra-Orthodox Judaism

• Conservative Judaism

What is the motto of New York's Yeshiva University, representing Modern Orthodox Judaism?

• Torah U'Madda

• Torah V'Avodah

• Torah UMesorah

• Torah MATA

Which group is known for its distinctive black hats for men and modest attire for women?

• Reform Judaism

• Conservative Judaism

• Modern Orthodox

• Ultra-Orthodox Judaism

Which Jewish movement has historically represented a midpoint on the spectrum of observance between Orthodox and Reform?

• Ultra-Orthodox Judaism

• Conservative Judaism

• Reform Judaism

• Modern Orthodox Judaism

Which subgroup within Orthodox Judaism is known for its outreach to the wider Jewish community?

• Conservative Judaism

• Hasidic Judaism

• Yeshivish

• Modern Orthodox