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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
Which biblical book covers the conquest of Canaan by the Israelites?
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
In what town was King David born in?
Question 4 of 10
According to the Bible, who was Isaac's father?
Question 5 of 10
Who were the Karaites?
Question 6 of 10
True or false: Archaeological evidence supports the biblical account in the Book of Joshua.
Question 7 of 10
What number commandment (chronologically) is: "I am the Lord thy God, which have brought thee out of the land of Egypt, out of the house of bondage"?
Question 8 of 10
Rabbi Shlomo Yitzhak is better known as whom?
Question 9 of 10
Which of these kingdoms invaded the Land of Israel first?
Question 10 of 10
In 538 BCE, what did Cyrus the Great decree?
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