What date on the timeline marks the beginning of the Jewish Diaspora? (1 point) Responses c. 1200 BCE c. 1200 BCE c. 900 BCE c. 900 BCE c. 722 BCE c. 722 BCE c. 587 BCE

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The beginning of the Jewish Diaspora is typically marked by the events surrounding the Babylonian Exile, which occurred after the destruction of the First Temple in Jerusalem. This event is traditionally dated to 586 BCE. Therefore, the closest date on your timeline that marks the beginning of the Jewish Diaspora is:

c. 587 BCE.