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
True or false: The Middle Ages was, by and large, a time of tense relations between faiths.
Question 2 of 10
According to the Bible, who was Isaac's father?
Question 3 of 10
In what town was King David born in?
Question 4 of 10
Which biblical book covers the conquest of Canaan by the Israelites?
Question 5 of 10
What is the Zohar?
Question 6 of 10
The construction of the Second Temple was completed in what year?
Question 7 of 10
What is the name of the Roman General who conquered Palestine in 63 BCE?
Question 8 of 10
What great leader conquered Palestine in 332 BCE?
Question 9 of 10
True or False: Synagogues have been present in the land of Israel since the time of Abraham.
Question 10 of 10
Who wrote the Shulhan Arukh?
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