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What is the major differences between Judaism and Christianity?
Belief in Jesus
What is the name of the failed plan to save the hostages in Iran?
Operation Eagle Claw
Why did early civilizations prefer to farm instead of hunt and gather?
Reliable & Surplus
Why is the resurrection of Jesus important for Christians?
Its proves he is God
Why did Jesus gain enemies throughout his life?
Claim to be God and the Messiah
Why is the death of Jesus important for Christians?
What is the Hajj?
A pilgrammage to Mecca
Why does the Partition of 1948 upset both Israelis and Palestinians?
Both sides want all of Israel
What does the acronym of GRAPES stand for?
Geography, Religion, Achievements, Politics, Economy, Social Structure
What was the promise God made with Abraham?
Blessing family & Large family
What two geographical features give Mesopotamia its name?
Tigris & Euphrates River
Why does Sadaam Huessein attack Kuwait starting the Persian Gulf War?
Why did God instruct Abraham to sacrifice his son Isaac?
To test Abraham's trust in God
Why does God send the 10 plagues on Egypt?
To free the Israelites from slavery
What is the M.V.P of geographical features?
River
Social Studies is the study of?
People
Why was the Six Day War so surprising?
Because Israel won
Why does Osama bin Laden attack the United States?
American involvement in the Middle East
Why is there conflict between the sides of Abraham's family tree?
About God's promise
Who are the Nacirema?
Present Day Americans
How were Hammurabi's laws different from other rulers?
Fair & Public
What is Ramadan?
Month Long Fast, one of the 5 pillars
What two unusual circumstances about the birth of Jesus?
Virgin birth, shepherds first visitors, stable, announcing birth by angels
What three religions are connected to Abraham's family tree?
Judaism, Christianity, Islam
What are the foundational rules of Judaism?
10 Commandments