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Cultural Geography of Europe

Question 16 • 2023-24 Virtual - World Cultures / Language - Spanish

What are three differences between the Ashkenazi and Sephardic Jewish cultures of Europe?

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Responses may vary but should include some or all of the following information: The Ashkenazi ethnic group is much larger and comprises 80% of the global Jewish population. They trace their history to Central and Eastern Europe and speak Yiddish (although religious services are held in Hebrew). The Sephardic people are originally from Spain and Portugal and speak Ladino. Many Sephardic Jews have settled in the Middle East.

What are three differences between the Ashkenazi…