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)
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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?

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Question 1 of 10
When did it become popular for Ashkenazic Jews to wear hats?
Question 2 of 10
After the destruction of Jerusalem in 586 BCE, who was appointed leader of the remaining Jews in the Land of Israel?
Question 3 of 10
The construction of the Second Temple was completed in what year?
Question 4 of 10
The Spanish Inquisition was aimed at which group?
Question 5 of 10
What happened in the Land of Israel in the early seventh century?
Question 6 of 10
In 538 BCE, what did Cyrus the Great decree?
Question 7 of 10
Khosrow II Parviz, who took over Jerusalem in 614 CE, was part of what empire?
Question 8 of 10
True or false: The Middle Ages was, by and large, a time of tense relations between faiths.
Question 9 of 10
Who was Moses' successor as leader of the Israelites?
Question 10 of 10
What did inquisitors do to Isaac de Castro when he refused to convert to Christianity?
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