Hellenistic Culture and the Jewish People

Who tutored Alexander the Great?

• Plato

• Socrates

• Aristotle

• Homer

What was Alexander's ambition?

• To conquer the Persian Empire

• To spread Hellenistic civilization

• To establish a global trade network

• To become the richest man in the world

What impact did Alexander's conquests have on nations and cultures?

• They led to the adoption of Hellenistic culture

• They resulted in the decline of Greek philosophy

• They caused a loss of local customs and religions

• They had no significant impact

Which language became universal during the Hellenistic period?

• Latin

• Greek

• Hebrew

• Arabic

What role did coins minted by Alexander the Great play?

• They facilitated international trade

• They were used for religious ceremonies

• They were purely decorative

• They had no practical use

Which kingdom gained control over Judea in 200 BCE?

• Ptolemaic Kingdom

• Persian Empire

• Seleucid Kingdom

• Macedonian Empire

What happened to the peaceful coexistence between the Jewish people and the Hellenistic rulers under the Seleucid Kingdom?

• It continued to flourish

• It was disrupted

• It became even stronger

• It had no impact

What did the High Priest in Jerusalem represent?

• The rulers of the Seleucid Kingdom

• The interests of the Jewish people

• The Greek philosophers

• The Ptolemaic Kingdom

What did Jason, the High Priest, do to promote Hellenistic values in Jerusalem?

• Established a gymnasium

• Built a new Temple

• Introduced Greek language as the official language

• Banned Jewish religious practices

Which city became a safe haven for those opposing the Seleucid rulers in Judea?

• Jerusalem

• Alexandria

• Athens

• Rome