Dr. Kenneth Wald
Spring, 2011
Study Questions for Final
Examination
Milton Himmelfarb famously stated that Jews earn like
Episcopalians but
vote like Puerto Ricans. What does this mean? Describe how American
Jews behave politically and discuss the various explanations that
scholars have provided.
A common religion is often thought to provide a basis for
cohesion and integration among people in a nation. How has Judaism
provided both cohesion and division in Israel? Describe both historical
events and contemporary controversies.
| Keep in mind
that . . . |
| (a) You need
to draw on all the
course
material
for
these essays--readings as well as
lectures |
| (b) The exam
will be held on
Thursday, April 14 at 10:40 AM (morning) in our regular classroom,
Anderson 134. |
| (c) You will
need to bring a
blue book and pen |