In the context of marriage, among Ashkenazi Jews, which of the following is true?
a. monogamy has been the rule since the 900s C.E.
b. intermarriage became illegal in the past century
c. polygamy was permitted until the 1900s
d. identity is traced through the father and not the mother
a. monogamy has been the rule since the 900s C.E.
Analysis:
a. Correct. Among Ashkenazi Jews, monogamy has been the rule since the 900s C.E.
b, c & d. Incorrect. Judaism strongly encourages marriage and family life.
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