Which beliefs are important parts of Judaism? (Choose 2)

• polytheism

• mummification

• individual worth

• strict social hierarchy

• personal responsibility

Which statements accurately describes the sacred texts of Judaism? (Choose 2)

• They are about the many gods of Judaism

• They were written on large tablets originally

• They contain the same books as the Old Testament of the Christian Bible

• They were meant to replace the Torah

• They are called the Tanakh

How was Judaism different from other religions practice in the region at the time it began?

• Judaism told the story of all people.

• Judaism was monotheistic.

• Judaism focused on the afterlife.

• Judaism was matriarchal.

Why is individual worth emphasize in Judaism?

• Jews believe every individual has their own story to tell

• Jews believe every individual is created in the image of God.

• Jews believe individuals should make sacrifices to gods that control nature.

• Jews believe every individual is part of the community.

How do historians MOST use the Hebrew Bible?

• as a secondary source documenting history and religion of Egypt

• as a secondary source documenting history and religion of Canaan.

• as a primary source documenting history and religion of Mesopotamia.

• as a primary source documenting history and religion of Israel.

What rules do Jews try to follow because they believe these rules come from God?

• The Tanakh

• The Ziggurats

• The 10 Commandments

• Hammurabi's Code

Which beliefs are important parts of Judaism? (Choose 2)

• polytheism

• mummification

• individual worth

• strict social hierarchy

• personal responsibility

Why did King Nebuchadnezzar allow the Israelites to establish their own community during the Babylonian captivity?

• He wanted them to help revive the Babylonian economy.

• He wanted them to keep their two kingdoms separate.

• He wanted them to convert to Babylonian religious beliefs.

• He wanted them to fight against the Assyrians.

How did the Babylonian captivity end?

• The Babylonians conquered the Assyrians and released the captives.

• The Persians conquered the Babylonians and allowed the exiles to return to Israel.

• The Babylonians conquered the Persians and released the captives.

• The Assyrians conquered the Babylonians and allowed the exiles to return to Israel.