Journey through Jewish History (1)

Journey through Jewish History (1)

Test your knowledge on the rich history and traditions of Judaism with this engaging quiz!

published on March 29
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Where did Judaism originate?

Where did Judaism originate?
Egypt
Israel
Rome
Greece
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Who is considered the founder of Judaism?

Who is considered the founder of Judaism?
Abraham
Moses
David
Solomon
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What is the holy book of Judaism?

What is the holy book of Judaism?
Torah
Bible
Quran
Vedas
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What event marked the beginning of the Jewish Diaspora?

What event marked the beginning of the Jewish Diaspora?
Exile to Babylon
Destruction of First Temple
Exodus from Egypt
Maccabean Revolt
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Which ancient Jewish sect believed in strict adherence to the Torah?

Which ancient Jewish sect believed in strict adherence to the Torah?
Sadducees
Essenes
Pharisees
Zealots
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Who was the famous Jewish philosopher who wrote the Guide for the Perplexed?

Who was the famous Jewish philosopher who wrote the Guide for the Perplexed?
Maimonides
Philon
Spinoza
Hillel
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When did the State of Israel officially become a nation?

When did the State of Israel officially become a nation?
1948
1917
1967
1980
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What is the name of the Jewish New Year?

What is the name of the Jewish New Year?
Hanukkah
Rosh Hashanah
Passover
Yom Kippur
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Which Jewish holiday commemorates the Exodus from Egypt?

Which Jewish holiday commemorates the Exodus from Egypt?
Hanukkah
Purim
Passover
Shavuot
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Who was the first female Conservative rabbi ordained in the United States?

Who was the first female Conservative rabbi ordained in the United States?
Judith Hauptman
Sally Priesand
Rachel Adler
Laura Geller
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During which Jewish holiday is the Book of Esther read?

During which Jewish holiday is the Book of Esther read?
Rosh Hashanah
Purim
Hanukkah
Yom Kippur