Answer all 3 questions below.
NOTE: Rodeph Shalom in the name of a synagogue, it means “Pursuers of Peace,” it is not anyone’s name.
1. How did Rodeph Shalom change (in terms of its organization and structure) after most congregants moved away from the neighborhood?
2. How did Rodeph Shalom interact with the surrounding non-Jewish community? Did they try to convert their non-Jewish neighbors? What was their attitude toward racial difference?
3. Why was Rodeph Shalom tempted to leave North Philadelphia? Why did Rodeph Shalom choose to stay in the city? Was there more than one reason? How did staying in the city shape/affect how they saw themselves? Are you surprised they stayed (or that they are still here?)
Religion in Philadelphia Response
Religion in Philadelphia Response
Criteria Ratings Pts
Requirements
Answered required number of questions with 3-5 full sentences per question. 0.75 pts
All complete 0.5 pts
Partial 0.0 pts
Insufficient
0.75 pts
Content
Thoughtful responses that answer the questions posed and show an understanding of the text and engagement with the material. 1.5 pts
Excellent 1.25 pts
Competent 1.0 pts
Adequate 0.5 pts
Needs improvement
1.5 pts
Grammar
Responses are written in full sentences that are grammatically accurate and use appropriate punctuation. 0.75 pts
Excellent 0.5 pts
Competent 0.0 pts
Needs improvement
0.75 pts
Total Points: 3.0
How did Rodeph Shalom interact with the surrounding non-Jewish community? Did they try to convert their non-Jewish neighbors? What was their attitude toward racial difference?
