The Origins of Judaism

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What did David provide for the Jewish people that they did not have before?

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A strong central government.

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Why was Jerusalem considered a holy city?

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The Ark of the Covenant was kept there.

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What place did the Jewish people believe was the promised land?

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Canaan.

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Who unified the Israelites into a single nation?

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David.

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Which of these conclusions does the map support about the Jewish people's trip from Egypt to Canaan?

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It took many years to complete.

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What is the significance of the Ark of the Covenant in Judaism?

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It is a sacred container that held the tablets of the Ten Commandments.

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Who is considered the father of the Jewish people?

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Abraham.

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What is the Torah?

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The central reference of the religious Judaic tradition, containing the first five books of the Hebrew Bible.

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What is the importance of the Exodus in Jewish history?

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It represents the liberation of the Israelites from slavery in Egypt.

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What role did Moses play in the origins of Judaism?

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He led the Israelites out of Egypt and received the Ten Commandments from God.