Quiz on Parashat Balak

What does 'וירא' mean according to Sifsei Chachamim?

• A prophecy

• A physical sight

• A dream

• A deeper level of understanding

Why were Moav and Midian willing to team up?

• They wanted to trade resources

• They were afraid of the Jews

• They wanted to expand their territories

• They had a common enemy in Egypt

What was the reason for Balak's fear according to בעל הטורים?

• A prophecy about his downfall

• Balak had a bad dream

• Moshe made the sun stand still

• A natural disaster

What does 'ויגר' mean according to Rashi?

• They were happy

• They were afraid

• They were confused

• They were angry

Why did Moav consult Midian according to Rashi?

• Moshe's power came from his mouth/prayer

• Midian had a powerful army

• Midian had a strategic location

• Midian had a wise king

What does 'כלחוך השור' imply?

• An ox eats everything from the roots up

• An ox is a sacred animal

• An ox is a symbol of strength

• An ox is a sign of prosperity

Why was Balak appointed as king of Moav?

• He was the rightful heir

• סיחון died

• He was elected by the people

• He conquered Moav

What does 'פּתורה' mean according to Rashi?

• A place of trade

• A place of learning

• A place of worship

• A place where people go to show their letters

Why did Hashem give prophecy to Bilam?

• To prevent non-Jews from claiming they could do teshuva with prophets

• To reward him for his good deeds

• To make him a leader

• To test his loyalty

What does 'נכּה בּו' mean according to Siftei Chachamim?

• To negotiate with them

• To ignore them

• To bless them

• To curse them and subtract their strength