Ancient Judaism

When people read from the Torah, what are they reading?

• The sections known as the Prophets and Writings

• The first five books of the Hebrew Bible

• An ancient Egyptian text about the Hebrew people

• A compilation of prayers and poems used by early Jews

According to the Torah, how did Abraham first arrive in Canaan?

• He led the Israelites out of Egypt.

• He conquered the land from the Philistines with an army.

• He visited the area as a wandering shepherd.

• He traveled with his family from Mesopotamia.

What happened to the Israelites as a result of the famine in Canaan?

• They migrated to Egypt.

• They started raising goats.

• They wandered through the desert.

• They divided into warring tribes.

How was ancient Judaism different from most other religions of the time?

• It had grander temples.

• It emphasized rules for behavior.

• It celebrated famous leader-heroes.

• It focused on the belief in one God.

What does the Torah describe as the foundation of Judaism?

• A holy vision

• A written contract

• A sacred agreement

• A religious gathering

What did God promise Abraham when his name was changed from Abram?

• To save his son

• To guide him to Canaan

• To help him build a temple

• To protect his descendants

What location did the Jewish people believe was their promised land?

• Ur

• Egypt

• Canaan

• Babylon

What does the word "Exodus" mean, and what does it refer to in Jewish history?

• Departure; leaving Ur

• Departure; leaving Egypt

• Journey; entering Canaan

• Journey; leaving Babylon

What did Moses bring to the Israelites from Mount Sinai, according to the Torah?

•  Food for their journey in the desert

• The majority of the Hebrew Bible

• The Ten Commandments

•  Instructions for building a temple

Who united the Israelites into one nation?

• David

• Moses

• Solomon

• Abraham