Hanukkah Trivia Quiz 342

When did the Hanukkah story take place?

• 10th century BCE

• 2nd century BCE

• 3rd century CE

• 5th century AD

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CCSS.RI.7.10

CCSS.RI.8.10

CCSS.RL.7.10

CCSS.RL.8.10

CCSS.RL.9-10.10

How many days does Hanukkah last?

• 2 days

• 10 days

• 8 days

• 5 days

What is the significance of the Hanukkah menorah?

• To celebrate the birth of Moses

• To commemorate the miracle of the oil lasting for eight days

• To honor the first day of spring

• To remember the defeat of the Roman Empire

Who was the leader of the Jewish rebellion in the Hanukkah story?

• Abraham

• David

• Judah Maccabee

• Moses

What is the traditional Hanukkah food?

• Tacos and pizza

• Sushi and spaghetti

• Latkes and sufganiyot

• Hamburgers and hot dogs

What is the name of the Hanukkah game involving a spinning top?

• Dreidel

• Hanukkah Spinner

• Spinning Wheel

• Topple

What is the meaning of the word 'Hanukkah' in Hebrew?

• חֲנֻכָּה

• Day of Atonement

• Festival of Lights

• Passover celebration

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CCSS.L.5.4B

CCSS.L.6.1E

What is the central theme of the Hanukkah story?

• Commemoration of the Red Sea crossing

• Observance of the Ten Commandments

• Recognition of the parting of the Jordan River

• Celebration of the miracle of the oil

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CCSS.RI. 9-10.9

CCSS.RL.6.2

CCSS.RL.7.2

CCSS.RL.8.2

CCSS.RL.9-10.2

What is the significance of the Hanukkah miracle?

• Celebration of the birth of a great leader

• Rededication of the Second Temple and the miracle of the oil lasting for eight days

• Observance of the first harvest of the year

• Commemoration of a military victory

How is the Hanukkah menorah lit each night?

• From bottom to top, adding one candle each night

• From right to left, adding one candle each night

• From top to bottom, adding one candle each night

• From left to right, adding one candle each night