What is the Original Text?

Preliminary Quiz

This quiz precedes the tutorial. Please complete it before proceeding. The quiz will help you retain what you read.

What is the earliest mention of Israel outside the scriptures?

  1. The Gilgamesh epic.
  2. The Merneptah stele.
  3. Shupu-shu-liuma.
  4. Chariots of fire.
  5. The Dead Sea scrolls.

Who dug a tunnel in Jerusalem to defend the water supply?

  1. Hezekiah.
  2. Josiah.
  3. Solomon.
  4. David.
  5. Samson.

What king was proud that he allowed conquered nations to rebuild and return to their lands?

  1. Shishak.
  2. Susa.
  3. Shupu-shu-liuma.
  4. Sisera.
  5. Cyrus.

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