The Israelites and Early Judaism Quiz

What made the Israelite religion unusual in the ancient world?

• They worshipped many gods

• They practiced monotheism, belief in one God

• They had no written traditions

• They rejected all forms of law

What book preserved Israelite history and faith?

• New Testament

• Book of Mormon

• Tanakh

• Qur’an

Which three major religions were influenced by Israelite beliefs?

• Hinduism, Buddhism, Taoism

• Christianity, Judaism, Islam

• Zoroastrianism, Jainism, Sikhism

• Shinto, Confucianism, Daoism

Who is seen as the father of Judaism, Christianity, and Islam?

• Moses

• Abraham

• David

• Solomon

What did God promise Abraham in their covenant?

• Eternal life

• Riches and power

• That his descendants would inherit Canaan

• A temple in Jerusalem

What idea was established through Abraham’s covenant?

• Chosen people bound by promise

• Written law for all people

• Monotheism for every nation

• Polytheism mixed with Egyptian gods

Why did the Israelites migrate to Egypt?

• To escape war

• To conquer land

• Because of famine

• To spread their religion

Who led the Israelites out of slavery in Egypt?

• David

• Solomon

• Moses

• Joshua

According to the story, What forced Pharaoh to release the Israelites?

• Ten Commandments

• Ten Plagues

• Ten Priests

• Ten Kings

What major themes are associated with the Exodus?

• Wealth and power

• Freedom, faith, survival

• Law and order

• Trade and conquest