Challenges (Leaving Cert Religious Education): Quizzes
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What was the peak size of Ireland's Jewish community?
What was the peak size of Ireland's Jewish community?
Around 6,500 people
Approx. how many Jewish people live in Ireland today?
Approx. how many Jewish people live in Ireland today?
Just over 1,000
What % of Ireland's Jewish population has been lost?
What % of Ireland's Jewish population has been lost?
Over 80%
Which event in 1948 contributed to Jewish population decline in Ireland?
Which event in 1948 contributed to Jewish population decline in Ireland?
Establishment of Israeli state
Why is kosher food poorly available in Ireland?
Why is kosher food poorly available in Ireland?
Small community = limited demand
When does the Jewish Sabbath begin and end?
When does the Jewish Sabbath begin and end?
Sunset Fri to sunset Sat
What creates a dilemma for Orthodox Jews regarding Sabbath attendance?
What creates a dilemma for Orthodox Jews regarding Sabbath attendance?
High housing costs near synagogues
What type of internal division exists within Irish Judaism?
What type of internal division exists within Irish Judaism?
Liberal vs Orthodox approaches
How do many people now identify as Jewish in Ireland?
How do many people now identify as Jewish in Ireland?
Through race & culture, not faith
Which biblical book's laws do young Jews find overwhelming?
Which biblical book's laws do young Jews find overwhelming?
Leviticus
Why do many Irish people support the Palestinian cause?
Why do many Irish people support the Palestinian cause?
Sympathise with dominated people
What has the Israel-Palestine conflict required for Jewish communities?
What has the Israel-Palestine conflict required for Jewish communities?
Increased security measures