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 great leader conquered Palestine in 332 BCE?
Question 2 of 10
Who built the First Temple in Israel?
Question 3 of 10
After the destruction of Jerusalem in 586 BCE, who was appointed leader of the remaining Jews in the Land of Israel?
Question 4 of 10
True or false: The Middle Ages was, by and large, a time of tense relations between faiths.
Question 5 of 10
The Tannaim were teachers in what era?
Question 6 of 10
When did it become popular for Ashkenazic Jews to wear hats?
Question 7 of 10
What were the two cultural sub-communities of Jews that emerged in the Middle Ages?
Question 8 of 10
What was the purpose of the Crusades?
Question 9 of 10
What is the name of the Roman General who conquered Palestine in 63 BCE?
Question 10 of 10
Who were the Karaites?
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