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?

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: Archaeological evidence supports the biblical account in the Book of Joshua.
Question 2 of 10
Hai Gaon was the head of what educational institution?
Question 3 of 10
The construction of the Second Temple was completed in what year?
Question 4 of 10
What number commandment (chronologically) is: "I am the Lord thy God, which have brought thee out of the land of Egypt, out of the house of bondage"?
Question 5 of 10
Who built the First Temple in Israel?
Question 6 of 10
Which of these kingdoms invaded the Land of Israel first?
Question 7 of 10
What great leader conquered Palestine in 332 BCE?
Question 8 of 10
The Spanish Inquisition was aimed at which group?
Question 9 of 10
In what town was King David born in?
Question 10 of 10
What is the Zohar?

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