Professional Documents
Culture Documents
Format:
● True/False
● Multiple Choice
● Matching
● Short Answer
● Essay
Key Terms:
Key terms can be found on Quizlet and printed. You may also use Quizlet to quiz yourself
as you are studying. The link can be found here. https://quizlet.com/_y38qa - this was
created by Ms Berry and may include information that we did not over as extensively but
would still be very helpful to you.
Essay Question (choose one) This is exactly how the essay questions will appear on your
test. Take some time to plan your ideas prior to the test.
Option 1: One prominent theme in Judaism is “chosenness.” Examine the meaning of
chosenness in the context of Judaism using examples from scripture, rituals and history.
Option 2: In the book of Genesis, Jacob engages in a wrestling match with God. God names
Jacob Israel which means, “one who wrestles with God.” Explain why the theme of
wrestling/wrestling with God is so important to Judaism using examples from scripture,
rituals and history.
Option 3: How has the struggle for a “homeland” been (and continues to be) a common
theme in Judaism? Use examples from scripture, rituals that celebrate the return to
“homeland” and events in history.