War & Peace Quiz

Question 1 of 10

What is Maimonides' principle for how to lay siege on a city?

Provide food and water for its inhabitants
Surround it on only three out of four sides, so civilians who wish to flee may do so
Kill anyone who tries to escape
Cut down all fruit-bearing trees in the area

Question 2 of 10

When did the Israeli Supreme Court outlaw torture?

Question 3 of 10

Which of these sages refers to "obligatory war" as a positive commandment?

Question 4 of 10

Which of these prayers concludes with an appeal for peace?

Question 5 of 10

In 1967 Israel fought a war that was

Question 6 of 10

According to Jewish law, when besieging a city the invading army must:

Walk around the city while blowing shofars
Allow the people inside to keep getting the animals they need for animal sacrifices
Leave one side of the city open so people may flee
Be sure to kill everyone inside, including all cattle and livestock

Question 7 of 10

The Hebrew name for the Israeli army is

Question 8 of 10

According to the Torah, which is these people is NOT qualified for an exemption from battle?

Question 9 of 10

True or false: A great deal of Jewish law focuses on the issue of attacking non-combatants.

Question 10 of 10

Which of these wars started with Israeli pre-emptive attacks?

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