History 2.1.1

Question 1

The founding father of the Hebrew people. He is an important figurefor the three major Abrahamic religions: Judaism, Christianity, and Islam.

Answer 1

Abraham

Question 2

A Hebrew-speaking people from ancient Mesopotamia who lived in part of the land of Canaan. According to the Hebrew Bible, Israelites, also called Hebrews, are the “chosen people” of God.

Answer 2

Israelites

Question 3

The scattering of Jewish people outside their traditional home land in Israel.

Answer 3

Jewish Diaspora

Question 4

A major world religion that developed among the Israelites in Mesopotamia. It is characterized by a belief in a single god who revealed himself to the prophet Abraham.

Answer 4

Judaism

Question 5

The belief in or worship of one god.

Answer 5

monotheism

Question 6

A person who is said to receive messages from God to be taught to others.

Answer 6

prophet

Question 7

A religious teacher, responsible for interpreting the Torah and teaching about Judaism.

Answer 7

rabbi

Question 8

A building where Jews meet for religious worship and instruction.

Answer 8

synagogue

Question 9

The Hebrew Bible. Known as the Old Testament in Christianity.

Answer 9

Tanakh

Question 10

The first section of the Hebrew Bible. It consists of five books of scriptures and sacred teachings.

Answer 10

Torah