Modern History Quiz

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Questions of national identity and Jewish identity were central to the experience of modernity for Jews everywhere. How much do you know about Jewish history since 1650?

Question 1 of 10
In the Merchant of Venice, what is the price that Shylock demands from Antonio?
Question 2 of 10
Which of the following figures was approached to be the President of the State of Israel?
Question 3 of 10
What does the term hofjuden refer to?
Question 4 of 10
German Jews emigrated to America in the mid 19th century primarily because of
Question 5 of 10
What name is Aziz Mehmed Effendi more commonly known by?
Question 6 of 10
True or false: Theodor Herzl, founder of modern Zionism, was an Orthodox Jew.
Question 7 of 10
Jews in which of these countries experienced modernity first?
Question 8 of 10
Who founded the Jewish Renewal Movement?
Question 9 of 10
How did Harry Houdini die?
Question 10 of 10
At present, 90% of the Jews in Africa live in what country?
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