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?

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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
What is the Zohar?
Question 2 of 10
The Tannaim were teachers in what era?
Question 3 of 10
True or False: Synagogues have been present in the land of Israel since the time of Abraham.
Question 4 of 10
When did it become popular for Ashkenazic Jews to wear hats?
Question 5 of 10
What year were Jews expelled from Spain?
Question 6 of 10
What great leader conquered Palestine in 332 BCE?
Question 7 of 10
What is the name of the Roman General who conquered Palestine in 63 BCE?
Question 8 of 10
The Second Temple was built while Jerusalem was being ruled by what empire?
Question 9 of 10
When was the "golden age" for Jews in Spain?
Question 10 of 10
True or false: Archaeological evidence supports the biblical account in the Book of Joshua.
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