Take this Quiz: GCSE Religious Studies: Judaism | Zestly

Question 1

The Shema is a central declaration of faith in Judaism. What does this declaration state and why is it significant?

Accepted Answer

It affirms the oneness of God and the duty to love God with all one's heart, soul and strength.

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It is a prayer of request asking God to provide for the needs of the community.

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It serves as a legal contract that binds the Jewish people to follow the laws of the land.

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It is a ritual chant used exclusively during the burial of the dead to ensure peace.

Question 2

Which of the following best describes the nature of the mitzvot?

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They are 613 commandments covering both duties towards God and duties towards other people.

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They are exclusively ritual observances performed only within the synagogue.

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They are a set of suggestions that Jewish people may choose to follow if they wish.

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They are laws that only apply to the priests and religious leaders of the community.

Question 3

When does Shabbat occur and what marks its start and conclusion in the home?

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It begins on Friday evening with the lighting of candles and ends on Saturday evening with Havdalah.

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It begins on Friday morning and ends on Saturday morning with a prayer service.

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It begins on Sunday morning and ends on Monday evening with a special meal.

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It is a festival that occurs once a year, marked by the blowing of the shofar.

Question 4

What is the function of the main features found within a synagogue?

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The synagogue is a building meant to replace the Jerusalem Temple, and the ark is a storage space for cleaning supplies.

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The ner tamid is a light to help people read, and the bimah is a seat for the most important person in the community.

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The ark is a replacement for the Temple altar, and the bimah is where the rabbi sleeps.

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The ark houses the Torah scrolls, the ner tamid represents God's presence, and the bimah is the platform for reading the Torah.

Question 5

What are the primary requirements of kashrut?

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It requires only the avoidance of pork products in the diet.

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It requires that all food must be cooked by a rabbi to be considered edible.

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It requires the consumption of only permitted animals, proper slaughter, and the separation of meat and milk.

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It requires that Jewish people must fast for three days before eating any meat.