israel tcap review quiz

Which two geographic features correctly complete the source? In Israel, the shoreline of the _____1_____ is the lowest point of dry land on Earth's surface and is so salty that no animals or plants can live in it. Another geographic feature associated with Israel is the _____2_____ which provides drinking water and irrigation.

• 1 — Red Sea

• 1 — Dead Sea

• 2 — Jordan River

• 2 — Tigris River

• 2 — Ganges River

Which geographic feature formed the border between ancient Israel and Egypt?

• the Jordan River

• the Sinai Peninsula

• the Zagros Mountains

• the Dead Sea

Based on the source, which two statements are correct?

• Migration 1: A military defeat forced the Israelites to leave Mesopotamia.

• Migration 2: A widespread famine forced the Israelites to leave Canaan.

• Migration 3: The Israelites gained freedom from slavery in Egypt.

• Migration 1: An increase in population led the Israelites to seek land in Canaan.

• Migration 3: The overthrow of an empire allowed the Israelites to return to Canaan.

Which action of King Solomon helped unite the tribes of Israel?

• ordering that sacred texts be written in Hebrew so all the tribes could learn the same lessons

• building a place of worship in Jerusalem that served as a meeting place for the tribes

• creating a common currency to make it easier for the tribes to trade with each other

• ordering that members of all the tribes migrate as a group to Mesopotamia

Which list shows the correct importance of each king of ancient Israel?

• David built the temple. Saul established the capital at Jerusalem. Solomon became the first king of the Israelites.

• Saul built the temple. Solomon established the capital at Jerusalem. David became the first king of the Israelites.

• Saul became the first king of the Israelites. David established the capital at Jerusalem. Solomon built the temple.

• Solomon established the capital at Jerusalem. Saul became the first king of the Israelites. David built the temple.

Based on the source, which statement summarizes the effect of the Babylonian captivity on the Jewish people?

• It led many followers to seek refuge and aid by migrating to Egypt.

• It led later kings to order a military restructuring of their society.

• It weakened the kingdom’s defenses prior to the conquest by Rome.

• It demonstrated determination to maintain their culture and beliefs.

Which ancient city served as the capital of the Kingdom of Judah?

• Samaria

• Bethel

• Jerusalem

• Hebron

What was the significance of the Ark of the Covenant in ancient Israel?

• It was a symbol of military power

• It contained the tablets of the Ten Commandments

• It was used as a throne for the king

• It marked the boundary of the kingdom

Israelites believe these laws came directly from god

• Hammurabi's code

• Ten commandments

• Analects

• Twelve Tables

Review the excerpt from the Ten Commandments and answer the question. What do these excerpts reveal about the Jewish faith?

• Followers of Judaism have a personal responsibility to act ethically

• Followers of Judaism must follow the law to achieve reincarnation

• Followers of Judaism are expected to follow the laws of their many gods

• Followers of Judaism are given the freedom to act however they choose