ERC HOLIDAY QUIZ #2

1. Why does Hanukkah last 8 days?

• Because there was only enough oil for 1 night. However, the oil lasted for 8 days/nights. It was a miracle!

• Because it took 8 days/nights to defeat King Antiochus.

• Because they only had enough oil to fry 8 latkes.

• Because there were 8 dreidels in the temple.

2.Name one thing that is traditionally eaten during Hanukkah.

• Latkes (potato pancake)

• Candy Canes

• Gingerbread cookies

• Spaghetti and meatballs

3. What is the name of Jesus' mother?

• Monica

• Mary

• Melissa

• Mona

4. How did the Wisemen & Shepards find Jesus when he was born?

• They followed a star in the sky.

• God told them.

• They followed the animals.

• King Herod told them.

Christmas is the celebration of what special religious event?

• The birth of Joseph

• The birth of Jesus

• The celebration of African American traditions and values.

• The oil that burned for 8 days/nights.

6. Name 2 things families traditionally do each night of Kwanzaa.

• Eat food fried in oil like latkes, and light a candle on the Menorah.

• Decorate a tree with ornaments, and eat candy canes.

• Light a candle on the Kinara, and discuss 1 of the 7 principles.

• Play with dreidels and eat chocolate coins.

7.Why did Dr. Karenga create the celebration of Kwanzaa?

• To give thanks for all that we have.

• To celebrate the birth of Jesus.

• To get a day off from work/school.

• To bring the African American community together, after the many violent riots that occurred in the US due to racism.

8. In your opinion, are these 3 celebrations similar in any way?

• Yes

• No

• Kind of...

• I'm not sure