25 Fascinating Facts About The Dead Sea Scrolls

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    The Dead Sea Scrolls were most likely written by the:

    • Essenes
    • Israelites
    • Nazarite
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Explore the fascinating world of the Dead Sea Scrolls with our quiz! Discover key facts about their discovery, including dates, locations, and the unique numbering of these ancient texts. Test your knowledge and learn more about these crucial archaeological finds.

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  • 2. 

    The story of Abraham includes an explanation of why God asked Abraham to sacrifice his only son ____.

    • King David

    • Isaac

    • Ishmael

    • Noah

    Correct Answer
    A. Isaac
    Explanation
    The story of Abraham includes an explanation of why God asked Abraham to sacrifice his only son Isaac. This story, found in the book of Genesis in the Bible, portrays a test of Abraham's faith and obedience to God. God commanded Abraham to sacrifice Isaac as a demonstration of his complete trust and loyalty. However, at the last moment, God provided a ram for the sacrifice instead, showing that he did not actually require the death of Isaac. This story serves as a powerful lesson about faith and obedience in the face of difficult trials.

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  • 3. 

    The major intact texts, from Caves 1 & 11, were published by the late 50's and are now housed in the:

    • Museum of modern Art

    • Holocaust Museum

    • Shrine of the Book museum in Jerusalem

    Correct Answer
    A. Shrine of the Book museum in Jerusalem
    Explanation
    The major intact texts from Caves 1 & 11, which were published in the late 50's, are now housed in the Shrine of the Book museum in Jerusalem.

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  • 4. 

    The Dead Sea Scrolls were discovered in eleven caves along the northwest shore of the Dead Sea between what years? 

    • 1952 and 1956.

    • 1947 and 1956.

    • 1945 and 1958

    Correct Answer
    A. 1947 and 1956.
    Explanation
    The Dead Sea Scrolls were discovered in eleven caves along the northwest shore of the Dead Sea between the years 1947 and 1956.

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  • 5. 

    The mostly fragmented texts are numbered according to:

    • When they were found.

    • How many were there.

    • What book of the from.

    • The cave that they came out of.

    Correct Answer
    A. The cave that they came out of.
    Explanation
    The correct answer is "The cave that they came out of." This means that the mostly fragmented texts are numbered based on the cave they were found in. This suggests that the texts were discovered in different caves, and each cave is given a specific number for identification purposes.

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  • 6. 

    The Essenes are mentioned by Josephus and in a few other sources, but not in the New Testament.

    • True

    • False

    Correct Answer
    A. True
    Explanation
    The statement is true because the Essenes, a Jewish sect, are mentioned by the historian Josephus and a few other sources from the time period, but they are not mentioned in the New Testament. The New Testament primarily focuses on the life and teachings of Jesus and the early Christian community, and does not specifically mention the Essenes. Therefore, the statement is accurate.

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  • 7. 

    There have been identified among the scrolls 19 copies of the Book of:

    • Deuteronomy

    • Isaiah

    • Psalms

    Correct Answer
    A. Isaiah
    Explanation
    Among the identified scrolls, there are 19 copies of the Book of Isaiah. This suggests that the Book of Isaiah was highly valued and important within the community that produced and preserved these scrolls. The large number of copies indicates that the Book of Isaiah held a significant place in their religious and cultural practices.

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  • 8. 

    In the Scrolls are found never before seen psalms attributed to King David and ____.

    Correct Answer
    Joshua
    Explanation
    The given correct answer is "Joshua." This suggests that in the Scrolls, there are not only never before seen psalms attributed to King David but also psalms attributed to Joshua. The Scrolls may contain a collection of ancient texts that include writings from both King David and Joshua, providing valuable insights into their lives and experiences.

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  • 9. 

    Near the caves lie the ancient ruins of _____.

    • Jerusalem

    • Tel Aviv

    • The Dead Sea

    • Qumran

    Correct Answer
    A. Qumran
    Explanation
    The correct answer is Qumran because the sentence states that the ancient ruins are near the caves, and Qumran is known for its ancient ruins. This implies that the caves and the ruins are in close proximity to each other.

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  • 10. 

    They are written with a carbon-based ink, from right to left, using no punctuation except for an occasional paragraph indentation.

    • True

    • False

    Correct Answer
    A. True
    Explanation
    The given statement is true. This is because traditionally, many languages such as Arabic, Hebrew, and Persian are written from right to left. Additionally, some ancient scripts like hieroglyphics and cuneiform were also written in this direction. Furthermore, the mention of using carbon-based ink suggests a historical context, as modern inks are typically not carbon-based. The absence of punctuation and the occasional paragraph indentation also align with the writing styles of certain ancient scripts. Therefore, all these factors indicate that the statement is true.

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  • 11. 

    Although the Qumran community existed during the time of the ministry of Jesus, none of the Scrolls refer to Him.

    • True

    • False

    Correct Answer
    A. True
    Explanation
    The Qumran community, known for the discovery of the Dead Sea Scrolls, existed during the same time period as Jesus' ministry. However, none of the Scrolls found at Qumran make any direct reference to Jesus. Therefore, it can be concluded that the statement is true.

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  • 12. 

    The Dead Sea Scrolls enhance our knowledge of both Judaism and Christianity. They represent a non-rabbinic form of Judaism and provide a wealth of comparative material for New Testament scholars, including many important parallels to the Jesus movement. They show Christianity to be rooted in Judaism and have been called the evolutionary link between the two. 

    • True

    • False

    Correct Answer
    A. True
    Explanation
    The Dead Sea Scrolls are a collection of Jewish texts that were discovered between 1947 and 1956 in the vicinity of the Dead Sea. These scrolls have provided valuable insights into the religious and cultural context of Judaism during the time of Jesus and have shed light on the development of both Judaism and Christianity. They offer a non-rabbinic perspective on Judaism and contain similarities and parallels to the teachings and beliefs of early Christians. Therefore, it is true that the Dead Sea Scrolls enhance our knowledge of both Judaism and Christianity and show the close relationship between the two.

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  • 13. 

    Only Caves 1 and 11 have produced relatively intact manuscripts.

    • True

    • False

    Correct Answer
    A. True
    Explanation
    The statement suggests that out of all the caves mentioned, only caves 1 and 11 have produced manuscripts that are relatively intact. This implies that the other caves may have either not produced any manuscripts or the ones they have produced are not in good condition. Therefore, the answer "True" is correct as it aligns with the information provided in the statement.

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  • 14. 

    The Scrolls can be divided into two categories:

    • Biblical

    • Non-Biblical

    • Fictional

    • Undetermined

    Correct Answer(s)
    A. Biblical
    A. Non-Biblical
    Explanation
    The correct answer is Biblical and Non-Biblical because the scrolls mentioned in the question can be categorized into these two categories. Biblical scrolls refer to those that are directly related to the Bible, such as the Dead Sea Scrolls, which contain ancient Hebrew texts of the Old Testament. Non-Biblical scrolls, on the other hand, include texts that are not part of the Bible, such as historical or religious documents from the same time period. Therefore, the scrolls can be classified into these two categories based on their content and relation to the Bible.

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  • 15. 

    Fragments of every book of the Hebrew Cannon (Old Testament) have been discovered except for the book of:

    • Genesis

    • Numbers

    • Ruth

    • Esther

    Correct Answer
    A. Esther
    Explanation
    The correct answer is Esther. Fragments of every book of the Hebrew Cannon (Old Testament) have been discovered except for the book of Esther. This suggests that while fragments of Genesis, Numbers, and Ruth have been found, no such fragments have been found for Esther.

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  • 16. 

    Prophecies by Ezekiel, Jeremiah and Daniel that are not found in the cannonized Bible are written in the Scrolls.

    • True

    • False

    Correct Answer
    A. True
    Explanation
    The explanation for the given correct answer is that prophecies by Ezekiel, Jeremiah, and Daniel that are not found in the canonized Bible are indeed written in the Scrolls. The Scrolls refer to the Dead Sea Scrolls, a collection of Jewish texts discovered between 1947 and 1956 in the vicinity of the Dead Sea. These scrolls include various biblical and non-biblical texts, including some prophecies attributed to these prophets. Therefore, it is true that prophecies by Ezekiel, Jeremiah, and Daniel that are not present in the canonized Bible can be found in the Scrolls.

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  • 17. 

    The enemies of the Qumran community were called:  

    • The holy

    • Sons of Light

    • Sons of Darkness

    Correct Answer
    A. Sons of Darkness
    Explanation
    The enemies of the Qumran community were referred to as "Sons of Darkness." This term suggests that the Qumran community saw themselves as the "Sons of Light" and viewed their adversaries as the opposite, representing darkness. This opposition between light and darkness likely symbolized the conflict between good and evil or righteousness and wickedness. The term "Sons of Darkness" may have been used to emphasize the moral and spiritual divide between the Qumran community and their enemies.

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  • 18. 

    One of the most curious scrolls is the Copper Scroll which was discovered in Cave number:

    • 12

    • 14

    • 3

    • 5

    Correct Answer
    A. 3
    Explanation
    The correct answer is 3 because the Copper Scroll, one of the most curious scrolls, was discovered in Cave number 3.

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  • 19. 

    Since the late 50's, about 40% of the Scrolls (mostly fragments from Cave 4) remained unpublished and were inaccessible. They weren't accessible until:

    • 1977

    • 1944

    • 1952

    • 1991

    Correct Answer
    A. 1991
  • 20. 

    They were excavated in the early _____ and appear to be connected with the scrolls.

    • 1965

    • 1945

    • 1950

    Correct Answer
    A. 1950
    Explanation
    The sentence states that the objects were excavated in the early _____ and are connected with the scrolls. Since the only option given is 1950, it can be inferred that the correct answer is 1950.

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  • 21. 

    They were led by a priest they called the "Teacher of Righteousness," who was opposed and possibly killed by the establishment priesthood in:

    • The Dead Sea.

    • Qumran.

    • Jerusalem.

    Correct Answer
    A. Jerusalem.
    Explanation
    The correct answer is Jerusalem. The question is asking about the location where the establishment priesthood opposed and possibly killed the "Teacher of Righteousness." The information provided does not mention anything about the Dead Sea or Qumran, so they can be ruled out as possible answers. However, it is stated that the establishment priesthood in Jerusalem was the one responsible for opposing and possibly killing the Teacher of Righteousness. Therefore, Jerusalem is the correct answer.

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  • 22. 

     Some of the Dead Sea Scrolls actually appeared for sale on June 1, 1954 in the:

    • Jerusalem Post

    • Wall Street Journal

    • New York Times

    Correct Answer
    A. Wall Street Journal
    Explanation
    The correct answer is Wall Street Journal because it was the newspaper where the Dead Sea Scrolls were advertised for sale on June 1, 1954.

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  • 23. 

    How far below sea level were they found?

    • 1300 feet

    • 1350 feet

    • 1200 feet

    Correct Answer
    A. 1300 feet
    Explanation
    They were found 1300 feet below sea level.

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  • 24. 

    Discovered in 1952, what cave produced the largest find (with about 15,000 fragments from more than 500 manuscripts)?

    • 3

    • 6

    • 4

    • 8

    Correct Answer
    A. 4
  • 25. 

    The Isaiah Scroll, found relatively intact, is _____ years older than any previously known copy of Isaiah.

    • 1200

    • 1100

    • 1000

    Correct Answer
    A. 1000
    Explanation
    The Isaiah Scroll, found relatively intact, is 1000 years older than any previously known copy of Isaiah. This suggests that the Isaiah Scroll is a significant archaeological discovery as it provides a much earlier version of the text, potentially shedding new light on the historical and cultural context of the book of Isaiah. The age of the scroll also indicates its importance in understanding the development and transmission of biblical texts.

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  • 26. 

    How far east of Jerusalem were the Dead Sea Scrolls found?

    • 13 miles

    • 18 miles

    • 12 miles

    • 15 miles

    Correct Answer
    A. 13 miles
    Explanation
    The Dead Sea Scrolls were found approximately 13 miles east of Jerusalem.

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  • 27. 

    Scholars have identified the remains of about:

    • 815 to 875 separate scrolls.

    • 828 to 846 separate scrolls.

    • 825 to 870 separate scrolls.

    Correct Answer
    A. 825 to 870 separate scrolls.
    Explanation
    The correct answer is 825 to 870 separate scrolls. This range was identified by scholars as the number of remains found. It indicates that there were at least 825 separate scrolls but no more than 870.

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  • 28. 

    There have been identified among the scrolls 30 copies of the Book of:

    • Psalms

    • Isaiah

    • Deuteronomy

    Correct Answer
    A. Psalms
    Explanation
    This answer is correct because the question states that there have been identified 30 copies of the Book of Psalms among the scrolls. This means that Psalms is the book that has the most copies among the scrolls, making it the correct answer.

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  • 29. 

    The Temple Scroll, found in Cave 11, is the longest scroll. Its present total length is:

    • 26.7 feet

    • 16.7 feet

    • 28.7 feet

    Correct Answer
    A. 26.7 feet
    Explanation
    The Temple Scroll, found in Cave 11, is the longest scroll with a present total length of 26.7 feet.

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  • 30. 

    There have been identified among the scrolls 25 copies of the Book of:

    • Psalms

    • Isaiah

    • Deuteronomy

    Correct Answer
    A. Deuteronomy
    Explanation
    The answer is Deuteronomy because the question states that there have been identified 25 copies of the Book of, and out of the given options, Deuteronomy is the only book mentioned.

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  • 31. 

    The scrolls contain previously unknown stories about biblical figures, such as:

    • Enoch

    • Abraham

    • Noah

    Correct Answer(s)
    A. Enoch
    A. Abraham
    A. Noah
    Explanation
    The correct answer is Enoch, Abraham, and Noah. These biblical figures are mentioned in the scrolls and were previously unknown stories. The scrolls provide new information and narratives about these important figures from the Bible.

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  • 32. 

    The last words of  ______ are written down in the Scrolls. 

    • Joseph

    • Judah

    • Levi

    • Amram

    • Moses

    • Jesus

    • Abraham

    Correct Answer(s)
    A. Joseph
    A. Judah
    A. Levi
    A. Amram
    Explanation
    The last words of Joseph, Judah, Levi, and Amram are written down in the Scrolls.

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  • 33. 

    The Isaiah Scroll, found relatively intact, is 1000 years older than any previously known copy of Isaiah. In fact, the scrolls are the newest group of Old Testament manuscripts ever found.

    • True

    • False

    Correct Answer
    A. False
    Explanation
    The explanation for the correct answer being False is that the statement is incorrect. The Isaiah Scroll is not 1000 years older than any previously known copy of Isaiah, and it is not the newest group of Old Testament manuscripts ever found.

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  • 34. 

    The scrolls are most commonly made of:

    • Animal skins

    • Parchment

    • Papyrus

    • Copper

    Correct Answer(s)
    A. Animal skins
    A. Papyrus
    A. Copper
    Explanation
    The scrolls are commonly made of animal skins, parchment, and papyrus. Animal skins were widely used in ancient times to make scrolls, as they provided a durable and flexible material. Parchment, which is made from animal hide, was also commonly used for scrolls due to its smooth and durable surface. Papyrus, made from the pith of the papyrus plant, was another popular material for scrolls in ancient Egypt and the Mediterranean region. Copper, on the other hand, is not commonly used to make scrolls and is not a suitable material for this purpose.

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  • 35. 

    The Scrolls are, for the most part, written in:

    • Hebrew

    • Aramaic

    • Greek

    Correct Answer(s)
    A. Hebrew
    A. Aramaic
    A. Greek
    Explanation
    The correct answer is Hebrew, Aramaic, Greek. The Scrolls, referring to the Dead Sea Scrolls, were mainly written in these three languages. Hebrew was the primary language used for religious texts and biblical manuscripts. Aramaic, a closely related Semitic language, was also used for some religious and legal texts. Greek, being the lingua franca of the Hellenistic period, was used for administrative and non-religious documents. The variety of languages used in the Scrolls reflects the diverse cultural and linguistic influences present in the region during that time.

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