Cheating the Poor

What does it mean to make the 'ephah' small?

• To provide extra value to the customer.

• To cheat the customer of the value received for the price paid.

• To ensure fair trade practices.

• To increase the quantity of goods sold.

What does 'Poor' refer to?

• Persons who are wealthy and successful, often living in luxury.

• Persons who are deprived, less fortunate, indigent or needy, usually lacking finances to care for themselves and their family.

• Persons who are middle-class, having a stable income and lifestyle.

• Persons who are highly educated and have access to resources.

What crimes did the Prophet Amos expose regarding the Religious Leaders of Israel?

• The poor were denied justice and oppressed, while the rich were favored.

• The wealthy were taxed heavily to support the poor.

• Religious leaders promoted fair trade practices in food markets.

• The leaders encouraged the use of false scales and sold inferior wheat.

What is 'Cheating'?

• Engaging in an immoral act to achieve a goal through breaking rules to gain an unfair advantage.

• A method of studying effectively to improve academic performance.

• A strategy to collaborate with peers for better understanding of subjects.

• A way to enhance skills through practice and dedication.

What is the purpose of the Bahamas Price Control Commission?

• To regulate the prices of luxury goods in the Bahamas.

• To protect consumers against food providers gouging prices on bread basket items.

• To oversee the importation of goods into the Bahamas.

• To manage the tourism industry and its pricing.

What is the role of the Bahamas Bureau of Standards and Quality (BBSQ)?

• To create standards for quality of goods and services.

• To regulate the prices of goods and services.

• To promote tourism in the Bahamas.

• To oversee environmental protection policies.

What are 'Scales' used for?

• Instruments used to weigh or measure the heaviness or lightness of an item.

• Tools for measuring temperature.

• Devices for measuring distance.

• Instruments for measuring time.

What does it mean to 'Bribe' someone?

• To give a gift or money to someone to alter their behavior in your favor.

• To offer a reward for good behavior without any conditions.

• To persuade someone through logical arguments and reasoning.

• To provide assistance without expecting anything in return.

What is 'Oppression'?

• A form of government where citizens have no rights.

• Prolonged cruel treatment, persecution, abuse against an individual or groups by an authority.

• A method of promoting equality and justice.

• A temporary state of discomfort or hardship.

What was the attitude of Jewish Merchants towards Holy days?

• They were greedy and impatient, not wanting to wait until Holy days were passed before selling their goods again.

• They were respectful and refrained from selling during Holy days.

• They were indifferent and continued their business as usual.

• They were supportive of Holy days and encouraged others to observe them.