The Division and Fall of Ancient Israel

What event led to the division of the ancient kingdom of Israel?

• The death of Solomon

• The reign of Saul

• The conquest by the Assyrian Empire

• The Babylonian exile

Who were the prophets that emerged in the northern kingdom of Israel?

• Elijah and Elisha

• Isaiah and Micah

• Solomon and David

• Saul and Samuel

What was the fate of the northern kingdom of Israel in 722 BCE?

• Conquered by the Assyrian Empire

• Conquered by the Babylonian Empire

• Reunited with Judah

• Remained independent

Which empire posed a significant threat to the southern kingdom of Judah, leading to its fall?

• Babylonian Empire

• Assyrian Empire

• Roman Empire

• Persian Empire

What was the outcome of the Babylonian conquest of Jerusalem in 586 BCE?

• The temple was destroyed and the Babylonian exile began

• The kingdom was reunited

• The Assyrian Empire took control

• The prophets' warnings were finally heeded