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WorksheetsAncient Israel Review 6.20-6.24
Total questions: 64
Worksheet time: 35mins
Ancient Israel bordered which geographic feature?
Atlantic Ocean
Mediterranean Sea
Northern Sea
Pacific Ocean
Which number correctly identifies the location of Jerusalem?
1
2
3
4
Why was Ancient Israel created along the Jordan River?
It prevented the creation of water reservoirs.
It increased the value of natural resources.
It provided a valuable source of fresh water.
It gave access to local religious sites.
Which number correctly identifies the location of the Sinai Peninsula?
1
2
3
4
Which geographical feature connects the Sea of Galilee to the Dead Sea and created a natural border for Ancient Israel?
Atlantic Ocean
Euphrates River
Jordan River
Sinai Peninsula
How did the Persian control of Babylon impact Jewish people exiled in the region?
Many Jewish people returned to Jerusalem.
Many Jewish people were forced to flee into India.
Many Jewish people adopted Islam as their primary religion.
Many Jewish people were forced to study Hinduism.
Why did the Kingdom of Israel break into two separate kingdoms?
Regional leaders voted to divide the military power of Israel into two separate armies.
The increased trade between Israel and Egypt created wealth throughout the Middle East.
Regional tensions increased between the northern and southern parts of Israel.
The introduction of new religions decreased the popularity of Judaism within Jerusalem.
How did the expansion of the Persian Empire have a positive impact on the Ancient Israelites?
It increased military conflicts involving the Ancient Israelites.
It allowed the Ancient Israelites to return to their homelands.
It isolated Ancient Israelites from the outside world.
It decreased trade through the lands of the Ancient Israelites.
This chart shows the impacts of several events in the history of Ancient Israel. Which event completes this chart?
creation of the Ten Commandments
unification against the expansion of Babylon
breakup of the Kingdom of Israel
exodus of the Israelites out of Egypt
How did the death of Solomon impact the Kingdom of Israel in 930 BCE?
It caused the Kingdom of Israel to make Judaism its official religion.
It forced the Kingdom of Israel to make an alliance with the Roman Empire.
It forced the Kingdom of Israel to block all trade along the Silk Road.
It caused the Kingdom of Israel to split into separate kingdoms.
According to Jewish teachings, why did the Israelites leave Egypt?
The Israelites wanted to establish Egyptian trade routes in new lands.
The Israelites were forced to create new colonies outside of Egypt.
The Israelites wanted to protect and defend Egyptian civilization from invaders.
The Israelites were enslaved and targets of violence in Egypt.
Why were the Ancient Israelites forced to leave their homelands several times?
They made large military conquests.
They refused to trade with neighboring civilizations.
They practiced a religion that was extremely different from others.
They used up all of the natural resources available to them.
Which event completes this time line?
Israelites explored Asia.
Israelites introduced trade to Africa.
Israelites left Egypt to settle in Canaan.
Israelites took control of Egypt.
According to historical evidence, how did the Israelites first come to power in Canaan?
They migrated to the region out of Mesopotamia.
They blocked trade routes that connected Europe and Asia.
They were colonized by Egypt.
They were isolated after the collapse of the Persian Empire.
Which event completes this timeline? A timeline showing: 1. Ancient Israelites migrated out of Mesopotamia. 2. Israel is settled in Canaan. 3. Ancient Egyptians forced the Israelites into enslavement. 4. ?
Moses led the Israelites into Canaan.
The Israelites migrated into Nubia.
The Israelites became a powerful social class in Ancient Egypt.
Ramses the Great trained the Israelites to form a large army.
How did the leadership of Moses impact the Ancient Israelites?
He wrote the Torah.
He led the Ancient Israelites out of Egypt.
He conquered Ancient Egypt.
He established a democratic government led by the Ancient Israelites.
The characteristics of which religion are listed in column A?
Buddhism
Christianity
Hinduism
Judaism
How did the Ten Commandments impact Judaism?
They provided historical evidence that Egypt was founded by Jews.
They increased the popularity of Judaism.
They slowed the spread of Judaism.
They described a basic code of conduct for Jews.
Based on this quote, the Hebrew Bible was important in establishing the laws of which religion?
Confucianism
Egyptian
Hinduism
Judaism
Which phrases best complete this chart about the Ten Commandments? Select two that apply.
created an alliance between Ancient Israel and Babylon
described methods of meditation used in Jewish temples
established religious laws in Ancient Israel
formed the practice of annual pilgrimage to Jerusalem
believed to be given to Moses by God
This excerpt provides evidence for which statement?
The Ten Commandments were guidelines for how to conduct trade.
The Ten Commandments were a set of religious laws.
The Ten Commandments were instructions on how to perform religious ceremonies.
The Ten Commandments were an interpretation of ancient polytheistic practices.
According to Jewish religious tradition, which historical figure led the Israelites out of Egypt?
Abraham
King David
Moses
King Saul
This excerpt provides evidence for which statement?
Judaism is influenced by the writings of Confucius.
Judaism is influenced by the practices of Hinduism.
Judaism is a monotheistic religion.
Judaism is a polytheistic religion.
Why was the construction of Solomon’s Temple in Jerusalem significant to Ancient Israel?
It prevented the expansion of monotheistic religion in Jerusalem.
It further established Jewish control over Jerusalem and created a cultural hub in the region.
It increased tensions with Egypt and led to the expansion of military powers in the region.
It allowed the government of Ancient Israel to be separated from religious laws.
Based on the quote, how did the actions of David impact Ancient Israel?
They made Jerusalem the capital of Ancient Israel.
They led to the military collapse of Ancient Israel.
They isolated Ancient Israel from Jerusalem.
They allowed Ancient Israel to expand.
In what ways did King David have a lasting impact on Israel? Select two that apply.
He prevented Roman governors from living in Israel.
He made Jerusalem the capital of Israel.
He made Islam the official religion of Israel.
He increased Egyptian influence in Israel.
He expanded the borders of Israel.
How did King Saul have a significant impact on the history of Ancient Israel?
He codified Jewish law.
He made a military alliance with Athens.
He prevented the practice of Judaism in Ancient Israel.
He was the first king of Ancient Israel.
How did the rule of King Solomon impact Ancient Israel?
He built the first Jewish temple.
He conquered Egypt.
He opened the Silk Road.
He made an alliance with Nubia.
This chart describes which historical figure?
Aristotle
Siddhartha Gautama
Rameses II
King Saul
This chart lists the events in the life of one historical figure described in the Hebrew Bible. Which historical figure completes this chart?
David
Moses
Saul
Solomon
How did the rule of King Solomon impact the Kingdom of Israel?
He defeated the Persian Empire, leading the Israelites out of Babylon.
He wrote the Ten Commandments, establishing a religious government.
He developed trade routes with the Kingdom of Mali, increasing the spread of Judaism.
He led the construction of the first temple, increasing the importance of Judaism.
Letter J represents the ancient city of ______ where Abraham's family was originally from.
Ur
Uruk
Kish
Babylon
Why can you float in the Dead Sea?
the water is so dense from all the salt in it
the water has no salt
the water is filled with dead animals
the water is filled with bacteria
Located the Red Sea on the map
I
A
K
F
Hebrew is:
an ancient language
an ancient religion
an ancient country
an ancient civilization
Locate the Mediterranean Sea on the map
A
O
G
H
Locate the Dead Sea on the map
L
M
N
O
David had a son who would eventually succeed David and build God's temple. His name was
Jacob
Solomon
Saul
David, Jr.
According to the Torah, this quote inspired which historical event?
the settlement of Israelites in Canaan
the conquest of Israel by the Egyptians
the freeing of the Israelites by the Babylonians
the Sumerian evacuation of Israel
Based on this quote, how did the evolution of religion impact Ancient Israelite culture?
The rise in the importance of Yahweh in Ancient Israelite religion led to the creation of a monotheistic culture.
The decrease in the importance of religion in Ancient Israelite culture prevented the development of permanent civilizations.
The decrease in the importance of religion in Ancient Israelite culture sparked several long wars with Babylon.
The rise in military conflicts helped unite Ancient Israelite culture with Ancient Egyptian culture.
This chart shows the impacts of several events in the history of Ancient Israel. Which event completes this chart?
creation of the Ten Commandments
unification against the expansion of Babylon
breakup of the Kingdom of Israel
exodus of the Israelites out of Egypt
After the breakup of the 12 tribes of Israel, what did the northern 10 tribes become known as?
Israel
Judah
Babylon
Rome
After the break up of the 12 tribes of Israel, what did the southern 2 tribes become known as?
Israel
Judah
Samaria
Babylon
What was the capital of the southern two tribes of Israel?
Samaria
Jerusalem
Rome
Babylon
The southern two tribes of Judah was conquered by the Babylonian king, Nebuchadnezzar. He forced thousands of people to leave Jerusalem and live in Babylon. What was this forcing of the Jewish people to leave Jerusalem and move to Babylon called?
Silk Road
Persian War
Babylonian captivity
Jewish diaspora
Babylon is going to be conquered by a group of people that will allow the Jewish people to return to their homeland of Judah. Who is going to allow the Jews to return to Judah.
Romans
Persians
Greeks
Chinese
Which event best completes the chart?
Persians force Israelites into captivity.
Israelites conquer Persia and Babylon.
Israelites are forced to become Persian citizens.
Persians release Israelites from captivity.
Vocabulary: Groups of Jews living outside of the Jewish homeland
Monotheism
Torah
Diaspora
Kosher
What body of water lies to the east of Ancient Israel?
Black Sea
Red Sea
Caspian Sea
Dead Sea
Label the bodies of water.
A (a) is land that has water around 3 sides.
Name the body of water circled in the picture.
Mediterranean Sea
Persian Gulf
Red Sea
Nile River
What large body of water is circled in purple on the map?
Mediterranean Sea
Persian Gulf
Red Sea
Nile Delta
Label the Map
Red Sea
Mesopotamia
Egypt
Israel
Med Sea
What was the name of the man that God called to leave the land of Ur and go to the land He
promised to him and his descendents?
Moses
Jacob
Abraham
David
What is the name of the sacred book of Judiasm?
The Tanakh
Tripitaka
The Holy Bible
The Vedas
The Jewish people believe in ONE God. What is the belief in one God called?
polytheism
monotheism
atheist
agnostic
The sacred book of the Jewish people is the Tanakh. What is another name for the Tanakh?
The Holy Bible
The Tripitaka
The Hebrew Bible
The Vedas
The Jewish religion emphasizes personal responsibility. Which of the following is the best definition of personal responsibility?
stop suffering
how to stop wanting things
eye for an eye
holding yourself accountable for your own actions and exercising self-control.
What is emphasized in the Jewish religion? Select 2
An eye for an eye punishment
individual worth
personal responsibility
a path on how to stop suffering
The Jewish religion emphasizes individual worth. Which of the following best describes individual worth?
How much money you have
If someone pokes out your eye, you poke out their eye
a sense of one's own value as a human being
how to stop suffering
