Fall of man (Genesis 3, 6), wood engraving, published 1877
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Book of Bereshit Quiz

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Question 1 of 10
In Parashat Bereshit, Adam and Eve get kicked out of the Garden of Eden for eating from the Tree of Knowledge. What are some rabbinic interpretations over the years of what they ate?
Question 2 of 10
In Parashat Vayehi, Jacob blesses all his sons. In his blessing for Judah, he says that Judah will launder his clothing in what substance?
Question 3 of 10
In Lekh Lekha, Sarah gives Hagar to Abram as a concubine. Where is Hagar from?
Question 4 of 10
How long did Jacob work in order to merit Rachel?
Question 5 of 10
Once Jacob arrives in Egypt, what land did he receive?
Question 6 of 10
What gift does Rebecca get from Abraham’s servant, Eliezer, when he appears to look for a bride for Isaac?
Question 7 of 10
In Parashat Vayishlach, Dinah is attacked and her brothers take vengeance. Where was Dinah’s attacker from?
Question 8 of 10
In Parashat Vayera, Abraham agrees to sacrifice Isaac in the morning. What Jewish ritual emerges from Abraham being a morning person?
Question 9 of 10
According to Parashat Noah, why did God create many languages?
Question 10 of 10
What were Pharoah’s dreams about that Joseph interpreted, leading to his being appointed viceroy?
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