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Comments:A learned academy offers a prize for the best work on the elephant. After six months, the French researcher produces a slim, leather-covered volume entitled "The Love Life of the Elephant". After two years, the Germans produce a three-volume set called "The Anatomy, Physiology and Natural History of the Elephant". Ten years later, the Jewish writer unveils a ten-volume series with the title "The Elephant and the Jewish Question".
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Quizzes Authored: 48
Quizzes Played: 5544
Questions Correct: 33,542 / 61,225 (55%)
Crosswords Played: 1
Knockout Points: 9 (goto)
Brains Collected: 128 (info)
Monster Quizzes Taken: 46 (690 questions)

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Quizzes Authored by janetgool
1 Hadag Nahash - 'The Number Song'
Hadag Nahash is an Israeli hip-hop band with an international following.The lyrics of this song are highly political, and reveal a lot about the younger generation in Israel. Enjoy!
H Tough
10 Q
janetgool
Jan 08 09
93 plays
2 Saw It With My Own Eyes
Thanks to live television, people all over the world can be eye witnesses to events of historical significance. Here are ten such events that you could see with your own eyes, in your own living room!
Mixture: News Difficult
10 Q
janetgool
Nov 15 09
405 plays
3 Righteous Gentiles
During the Holocaust, courageous people of all faiths - and none, risked their lives to shelter their Jewish neighbors. This quiz is a tribute to some of those people.
Holocaust Tough
10 Q
janetgool
May 02 08
726 plays
4 Marie Antoinette's Watch
The story of Marie Antoinette's watch is as full of romance and tragedy as the life of the queen herself.
Applied Art, Design Tough
10 Q
janetgool
Oct 19 09
105 plays
5 Hebrew Revival
The revival of the Hebrew language after almost two thousand years as a "dead language" is a remarkable story. This quiz will tell you something about the rebirth of the Hebrew language, and how it is spoken today.
Hebrew and Yiddish Average
10 Q
janetgool
May 01 08
375 plays
6 Death and Mourning in Judaism
Rituals and traditions are often an important source of comfort following the death of a loved one. This quiz will teach you something about Jewish traditions surrounding death and mourning.
Judaism Average
10 Q
janetgool
Dec 12 08
666 plays
7 Israeli Novelists
Israeli writers have made a significant contribution to the modern literary scene, and reveal a slice of Israeli life to readers abroad. All works cited in this quiz are available in English.
Literature by Region Tough
10 Q
janetgool
Aug 14 08
126 plays
8 Kashruth 101
The laws of "kashruth", or fitness of food, are central to Jewish belief and a Jewish life. See if you know enough to maintain a kosher kitchen!
Traditions Average
10 Q
janetgool
Feb 20 07
1311 plays
9 Spy vs. Spy: The Novels of John Le Carre
John Le Carre is one of the fore-most writers of espionage fiction. This quiz is about his novels.
Le Carre, John Average
10 Q
janetgool
Oct 09 07
189 plays
10 Beautiful Annapolis
Annapolis is the capital of Maryland and home to the United States Naval Academy. It is a beautiful city with loads of history. Let's tour it together!
Maryland Average
10 Q
janetgool
Jul 22 07
477 plays
11 Exotic Jewish Communities
During the long Jewish diaspora, Jews settled in many places around the globe. Some of these communities are large and well-known, while others are not as familiar. See what you know about some of these exotic communities.
Judaism Very Difficult
10 Q
janetgool
Feb 03 07
1254 plays
12 Alzheimer's disease and other types of dementia
This quiz is intended to provide information for family and friends of people with Alzheimer's disease and other types of dementia. It will include some useful advice, as well.
Neurological Disorders Easy
10 Q
janetgool
Jan 02 08
1833 plays
13 Jewish Folk-Customs and Superstitions
This is my thirty-sixth quiz - so Jewish Folk-Customs and Superstitions seemed like the most appropriate topic. What is the connection to the number thirty-six? Take the quiz and find out!
Traditions Tough
10 Q
janetgool
Aug 19 08
663 plays
14 The American Jewish Community
Here's a chance to learn something about the history of the Jewish community in the United States.
U.S. History Difficult
10 Q
janetgool
Jul 11 08
825 plays
15 And Then We Eat! A Gastronomic Jewish Calendar
The Jewish calender is full of holidays and celebrations - each accompanied by a typical dish!See if you can match the holiday with the appropriate food, and learn something about the Jewish holidays in the bargain!
Traditions Average
10 Q
janetgool
May 03 07
1257 plays
16 The Ark Stopped Here: Beit Shemesh and Environs
Beit Shemesh, like many cities in Israel, is a modern town with its roots in the Bible. It's my home town, now. I hope you find it interesting.
Israel Difficult
10 Q
janetgool
Nov 02 07
216 plays
17 The Entebbe Rescue
The daring rescue of hijacked passengers by the Israel Defense Forces (IDF) was a remarkable military feat. Flying 2,200 miles into enemy territory to free innocent civilians, the IDF earned the respect of the entire world.
Israel Average
10 Q
janetgool
Feb 25 08
516 plays
18 People of the Book
Jews have been known for centuries as the "People of the Book". This quiz is about some of most important books in Jewish tradition.
Scripture Tough
10 Q
janetgool
Oct 18 07
1029 plays
19 Religious and Ethnic Minorities in Israel
Despite Israel's small size, it contains a varied and interesting population. This quiz is about some of the smaller ethnic and religious minorities found in Israel.
Asian Cultures Difficult
10 Q
janetgool
Jan 14 09
297 plays
20 Olives!
Olives and olive oil are an important part of the diet throughout the Mediterranean. This quiz is about this amazing fruit.
Fruit and Vegetables Average
10 Q
janetgool
Nov 12 07
1242 plays
21 Jewish Life Cycle Traditions
This quiz will test your knowledge of the Jewish life cycle from birth to death.
Traditions Average
10 Q
janetgool
Dec 16 06
1677 plays
22 The Earthly Jerusalem
Many people know Jerusalem as a Biblical place, holy to three faiths. But to those of us who have the privilege of living there, it is a vital and exciting city. See how well you know the Earthly Jerusalem!
Israel Tough
10 Q
janetgool
Dec 05 06
534 plays
23 Commandments and Jewish Tradition
One of the most important concepts in the Jewish faith is the concept of "commandments". This quiz will introduce you to the Jewish approach to Biblical commandments.
Judaism Tough
10 Q
janetgool
Nov 23 08
870 plays
24 The Seventh Day
This quiz is about the Jewish Sabbath. It is the fourth in my series on basic Judaism. The information provided refers to mainstream Orthodox practice.
Festivals and Holidays Average
10 Q
janetgool
Aug 22 07
1269 plays
25 Jewish Blessings
In Jewish life, there is a blessing for almost any occasion. This quiz is about a variety of those blessings. Please note - the traditional beginning of all blessings is "Blessed are You, Lord our G-d, King of the Universe..."
Judaism Tough
10 Q
janetgool
Nov 27 07
834 plays
26 Israel is Real
Israel is the Holy Land for some, and a country torn by political turmoil to others. But it is also a vital, young country and a great place to visit. This is a quiz about Israel that has nothing to do with religion or politics!
Israel Average
10 Q
janetgool
Jan 09 07
927 plays
27 Ladies of the Book Club
Our Women's Literature Group has been meeting for over a decade. Here's a chance to see what we've been reading, and to meet some of the members.
Mixed Literature Tough
10 Q
janetgool
Feb 21 08
495 plays
28 Jerusalem Syndrome
Jerusalem Syndrome is a little-known psychiatric disorder. Though it isn't common, it is interesting! This quiz should provide you with some basic information.
Psychological Disorders Tough
10 Q
janetgool
Aug 31 07
645 plays
29 Ascending to Jerusalem
Highway Number One in Israel connects the coastal city of Tel Aviv to Jerusalem. The ascent to Jerusalem is full of interesting and historic sites. Come along with me and explore them.
Roads & Highways Very Difficult
10 Q
janetgool
Nov 17 08
141 plays
30 Passover for Kids
Passover is an important Jewish holiday, with a special place for kids. Try this quiz and learn something about it!
Holidays and Celebrations for Kids Average
10 Q
janetgool
Jul 21 08
915 plays
31 American Railroad Songs
All aboard for a nostalgic look at America's favorite railway songs.
Transport in Songs Tough
10 Q
janetgool
Oct 19 07
543 plays
32 The Priests of Solomon's Temple
The Cohanim served as priests in the First and Second Temples in Jerusalem. This quiz is about the Cohanim in ancient times, and their modern descendants.
Traditions Average
10 Q
janetgool
Mar 21 08
330 plays
33 Rice!
Rice is one of the world's most important foods. This quiz will give you some interesting information about this important grain, and provide you with a tasty recipe as well! With thanks to my mother-in-law, Hannah, who taught me to cook rice.
Breads and Grains Tough
10 Q
janetgool
Feb 09 08
723 plays
34 Biblical Origins of American Place-Names
The American pioneers were avid Bible readers and often drew inspiration from the Bible when naming places in the New World. This quiz will match Biblical places with their American namesakes. All references are from the Jewish Tanach (Old Testament).
Geography - Miscellany Difficult
10 Q
janetgool
Mar 16 07
1965 plays
35 Our Family Vacations
As kids in the sixties, our parents took us on many enjoyable outings. Some of these were day-trips not far from our home in Greenbelt, Maryland, and some were farther afield. Here's a quiz about fun places for family vacations on the East Coast.
Mixed USA Average
10 Q
janetgool
Mar 29 08
2145 plays
36 The Jewish Messiah
Belief in the Messiah, and longing for his coming, imbue every aspect of the Jewish experience, from prayer to rock music. Take this quiz to learn some more.
Judaism Difficult
15 Q
janetgool
Apr 08 09
639 plays
37 The Life and Times of Theodor Herzl
Theodor Herzl was the visionary founder of modern, political Zionism, and played an important role in the founding of modern Israel. This quiz is about his fascinating life.
Israeli Government Tough
10 Q
janetgool
Jun 25 07
204 plays
38 Atomic Spies - Julius and Ethel Rosenberg
Julius and Ethel Rosenberg were executed for atomic espionage. Were they guilty, or victims of McCarthy era hysteria? Information for this quiz comes from Sam Roberts' excellent book "The Brother" (Random House, 2001).
Cold War Tough
10 Q
janetgool
Jan 26 08
468 plays
39 Songs About Singers and Musicians
Many songwriters tip their hat at a fellow musician in their songs. Some of these references are direct, and others are more oblique. Most of the references are from the sixties and seventies.
People in Songs Average
10 Q
janetgool
Jan 31 08
804 plays
40 Greenbelt, Maryland
Greenbelt, Maryland, is the first planned community in the United States and retains some of its unique features. It is also a great place to live!
Maryland Tough
10 Q
janetgool
Jul 30 07
300 plays
41 My Big, Happy Jewish Wedding
Mazal tov, mazal tov! Come and be my guest at the happiest of events, the Jewish wedding!
Judaism Tough
10 Q
janetgool
Oct 15 09
177 plays
42 All About Nancy
This quiz is about Nancy - real or fancied, lyrical or prosaic. It's dedicated to my sister Nancy, who is celebrating a special birthday!
First Names Tough
10 Q
janetgool
Dec 18 07
579 plays
43 Janet's Jewish Jokes
Enough with all these serious quizzes! If laughter is the best medicine, than this is just what the doctor ordered!
Thematic 10Q Tough Tough
10 Q
janetgool
Sep 24 07
615 plays
44 Bible Talk
You've just been hired for a temporary job in Israel. You'll have no problem with the language since modern Hebrew uses lots of idioms from the Bible, and you're a Bible expert. Take this quiz and see how far the Bible will take you in Tel Aviv!
Torah/Pentateuch Mixture Tough
10 Q
janetgool
Jul 21 09
279 plays
45 Let's Visit Israel!
Israel has lots to interest kids. Here's a short quiz that will take you on a little journey to this special country.
Our World for Kids Average
10 Q
janetgool
Jul 17 08
780 plays
46 Songs About Feet and Footwear
Here are ten songs about feet or footwear. This quiz was inspired by a large basket of mis-matched socks.
Body Parts in Songs Tough
10 Q
janetgool
Jan 05 08
789 plays
47 How Can a Cow Jump Over the Moon?
How can a cow jump over the moon? Well, lots of marvelous things happened in the bedtime stories our parents read to us! Polaris101 challenged me to write this quiz!
Kid Lit General Difficult
10 Q
janetgool
Sep 11 09
378 plays
48 Hebrew Vocabulary - Odd-Man Out
The Hebrew translations for three of the words listed in each question are derived from the same root, while the fourth word is unconnected. Try thinking from right-to-left and see if you can figure out which word is the "Odd-Man Out".
Hebrew and Yiddish Impossible
10 Q
janetgool
May 06 09
174 plays

Expertise (6 victories)

janetgool has won Who's the Expert games in the following categories:

Christianity (as level 36, beat 37 players)    Nov 16 08 - 2:45 PM
Cultures (as level 41, beat 53 players)    Dec 31 08 - 9:45 AM
Musicals O-Z (as level 35, beat 42 players)    Nov 08 08 - 1:45 PM
Psychology (as level 55, beat 34 players)    Oct 24 09 - 2:45 PM
Specific Subjects & Themes (as level 46, beat 41 players)    Jul 19 09 - 11:45 AM
World Sites (as level 53, beat 43 players)    Sep 30 09 - 3:45 PM