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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through In the Gymnasium & King of the Jews, pp. 377-454.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. In addition to growing wheat, the earliest inhabitants of Makor learn to do what?
(a) Build homes near the well.
(b) Plant lettuce patches.
(c) Plant lemon trees.
(d) Build sailboats using balsa wood.

2. By Zadok's era, copper tools have been in use for how long?
(a) Three thousand years.
(b) Sixty years.
(c) Twelve thousand years.
(d) Five hundred years.

3. Why is one of the first inhabitants of Makor chasing bees?
(a) To locate honey to trade with nearby villagers.
(b) To keep the bees away from his family.
(c) To keep the bees away from his cattle.
(d) To find honey for his family.

4. In "The Old Man And His God," the author paints a picture of Makor during what time period?
(a) 312 B.C.E.
(b) 42 C.E.
(c) 1019 C.E.
(d) 1419 B.C.E.

5. By the year 605 B.C.E., in what condition is Hoopoe's wall found?
(a) Crumbling.
(b) Rebuilt.
(c) Expanded.
(d) Gone without a trace.

Short Answer Questions

1. During the time of the Seleucid Empire around 167 B.C.E., who is the leader of the Jewish community of Makor?

2. In the first chapter, the archaeologists are sure they've found the castle they're looking for in _____.

3. Dr. Cullinane's expedition is being managed and administered by archaeologist Ilan Eliav, who works for a _____.

4. How many daughters does Jeremoth, the governor of Makor, have?

5. After Cullinane gives a preparatory lecture explaining plans and procedures to the staff at the dig before excavations begin, what does he do?

(see the answer key)

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