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Jewish Art Quiz

How much do you know about Jewish art and artists?

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The earliest pieces of Jewish art were religious objects — Torah adornments, marriage certificates, tombstones–that were illuminated. Relatively recently, “art for art’s sake” became a concept — and the Jewish world quickly adapted, producing such notable talents as Marc Chagall and Yaacov Agam. How much do you know about Jewish art?

Question 1 of 10
Chaim Potok's My Name is Asher Lev is about a young Hasidic painter dealing with:
Question 2 of 10
Which modern Jewish artist was known for using a spray gun on his paintings?
Question 3 of 10
The Supreme Court building in Jerusalem was built to face both the city and the:
Question 4 of 10
Which contemporary Israeli artist developed a type of minimalism strongly influenced by natural form and the Israeli landscape?
Question 5 of 10
An 18th century illustrated Book of Esther shows Queen Vashti portrayed as
Question 6 of 10
When was the Bezalel School in Jerusalem founded?
Question 7 of 10
The Second Commandment prohibits
Question 8 of 10
Which city in Israel was built initially as a reproduction of Eastern European cities like Odessa, Moscow, and Warsaw?
Question 9 of 10
Which of the following is an example of Hellenistic influence over Jewish art?
Question 10 of 10
Which object is described as a piece of art made by Moses himself
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