A Jew and a Muslim playing chess in 13th century al-Andalus. El Libro de los Juegos, commissioned by Alphonse X of Castile, 13th century. Madrid, (Wikimedia Commons)

Ancient and Medieval History Quiz

How much do you know about the main Jewish figures and events, from the Bible to the dawn of modernity?

The history of ancient and medieval Jewish communities reveals the origins of Judaism as we know it. How much do you know about the main Jewish figures and events, from the Bible to the dawn of modernity?

Question 1 of 10
Rabbi Shlomo Yitzhak is better known as whom?
Question 2 of 10
What is the Zohar?
Question 3 of 10
Who did the Maccabees revolt against?
Question 4 of 10
In the fifth century, where in Arabia were most Jews concentrated?
Question 5 of 10
What great leader conquered Palestine in 332 BCE?
Question 6 of 10
Which of these kingdoms invaded the Land of Israel first?
Question 7 of 10
In 538 BCE, what did Cyrus the Great decree?
Question 8 of 10
What historical records exist about the fall of the desert fortress of Masada in 73 CE?
Question 9 of 10
The Spanish Inquisition was aimed at which group?
Question 10 of 10
After the destruction of Jerusalem in 586 BCE, who was appointed leader of the remaining Jews in the Land of Israel?

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