The Early Days
Which belief is true about the Hebrew people: Monotheism or Polytheism?
Monotheism
Who is Joshua?
The new leader that led the Hebrews into the Promised Land
What was the first plague God sent to the Egyptians?
Water turns to blood
How many years were the Hebrews slaves for?
400 years
What is another name for the Promised Land?
Caanan/Israel
Who was the 1st person God spoke to in Mesopotamia?
Abraham
What was the name of the pharaoh of Egypt that ordered all male babies to death?
Seti I
What was the plague that finally let the Hebrew people go?
Death of the firstborn
What do Egyptians call their kings?
Pharaoh/Gods
What laws did the Hebrews have to know and practice before they could enter the Promised Land?
The 10 commandments
What city-state was Abraham from?
Ur
Which Israelite changed his name to Israel?
Jacob
Name 3 plagues that had something to do with insects:
Possible answers: flies, gnats, lice, locusts
Do the Egyptians believe in monotheism or polytheism?
Polytheism
How long did the Hebrews have to wander the desert before they could enter the Promised Land?
40 years
What is the Torah?
The Hebrew bible
What was Aaron's job during the 10 plagues?
He controlled the staff
What plague had Egyptians feeling uncomfortable due to a skin condition?
Boils
What is the name of the major river system in Egypt?
The Nile River
Why is the Promised Land so important to the Jewish people?
It's the land God promised to Abraham and his descendants. Where they can live in peace.