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Jewish Practices Quiz

How much do you know about the rules for Jewish daily life?

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Mitzvot — Judaism’s commandments — guide Jewish practice. They have been interpreted and codified into a system called Halacha — Jewish law. How much do you know about Jewish practices and the rules for Jewish daily life?

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Question 1 of 10
According to the Talmud, which of the following is something children must not do, because it is a sign of irreverence for their parents?
Question 2 of 10
When walking into a room with a mezuzah on the door one should
Question 3 of 10
What is the meaning of the root of the word halacha--the Hebrew term for Jewish law?
Question 4 of 10
What is "Oral Torah"?
Question 5 of 10
True or false: Jewish law stipulates the timing and regularity of intimacy within a Jewish marriage.
Question 6 of 10
Around the year 200 CE, the earliest compendium of Jewish law was redacted. Which text is this?
Question 7 of 10
It is customary to thank God for food
Question 8 of 10
True or False: Upon graduating from college it is customary for a Jewish person to have their Hebrew name tattooed on their body.
Question 9 of 10
Which is the tractate of the Mishnah that is most directly concerned with ethics?
Question 10 of 10
What is a herem?
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