Quiz on Ancient Israelites and Judaism

What was the belief system of the ancient Israelites?

• Polytheistic

• Monotheistic

• Animistic

• Atheistic

How many books are included in the Hebrew Bible?

• 5

• 12

• 24

• 30

Who is considered the father of the Israelites and their religion, Judaism?

• Moses

• David

• Abraham

• Isaac

What did God promise Abraham if he left his home and family?

• Wealth

• A long life

• A great nation and blessings

• Power over others

What was one of the key beliefs of Judaism according to God's covenant with Abraham?

• God would provide wealth

• God would ensure peace

• A special relationship with Abraham and his descendants

• Eternal life

Who was Abraham's son with Sarah?

• Jacob

• Isaac

• Ishmael

• Moses

What is the Talmud?

• A single book

• A collection of stories

• An important lengthy text with laws, customs, and ethics

• A historical account

Who was placed in charge of Egypt's food supplies after interpreting the pharaoh's dream?

• Joseph

• Moses

• David

• Saul

Who renewed God's covenant with the Israelites?

• Moses

• Joseph

• David

• Solomon

How long did the Babylonian Captivity last?

• 50 years

• 10 years

• 100 years

• 5 years