Q.1
In a Jewish household, the wife and mother is called, in Hebrew, “akeret habayit” which means in literal translation, the ....
  • “galley slave”
  • “unrecognised one”
  • “she who must be obeyed”
  • “mainstay”
Q.2
Since 2000, the percentage of Jews with a non-Jewish spouse has ....
  • decreased
  • stayed about the same
  • increased slightly
  • increased dramatically
Q.3
Jewish family tradition and how to “be a Jew” passed down through the generations is said to be ....
  • “caught, not taught”
  • instructed by teachers
  • formally taught at school
  • on an “as you go along” basis
Q.4
As life has become increasingly secular over the years, many people, despite being identified as belonging to a specific religious group have become less religious, and Judaism is no exception. Overall, the percentage of Jews who claim not to be religious yet still attend Jewish High Holy Days in the synagogue is approximately ....
  • 5%
  • 20%
  • 40%
  • 65%
Q.5
One of the most important rooms in a Jewish house is the ....
  • lounge
  • bathroom
  • kitchen
  • bedroom
Q.6
Before starting a Jewish home, Jewish couples are encouraged to ....
  • marry
  • cohabit (live together unmarried)
  • learn how to cook
  • have children
Q.7
What is the percentage of Jews who can read all or most Hebrew words?
  • 17%
  • 45%
  • 85%
  • Although they might not be able to converse in Hebrew, all Jewish people can read it
Q.8
Which of the three main branches (denominations) of Judaism is said to be the most family-orientated. Is it ....
  • Orthodox (traditional Judaism)
  • Conservative (historical Judaism)
  • Reform (Liberal of Reform Judaism)
  • all treat family life as vitally important
Q.9
What is said to be the single most important thing about being Jewish in today’s modern world?
  • Attending synagogue
  • The Holocaust
  • Keeping a Kosher (separating meat from milk) home
  • Lighting candles every day
Q.10
Although Christmas is not a Jewish Holy Day, some Jewish families will install a Christmas tree at Christmas time. Approximately what percent of families do this?
  • 5%
  • 12%
  • 20%
  • 32%
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