Hanukkah Traditions and Their Origins Quiz

What does the word 'Hanukkah' mean?

• Miracle

• Dedication

• Festival

• Celebration

What historical event does Hanukkah commemorate?

• The rededication of the Second Temple

• The building of the First Temple

• The giving of the Ten Commandments

• The Exodus from Egypt

How many days does Hanukkah last?

• Seven

• Eight

• Nine

• Ten

What is the primary ritual of Hanukkah?

• Exchanging gifts

• Lighting a menorah

• Eating latkes

• Playing dreidel

What is a dreidel?

• A type of menorah

• A type of candle

• A traditional Hanukkah food

• A toy top

What is gelt traditionally?

• Candles

• Real money

• Dreidels

• Chocolate coins

Which song is a famous Hanukkah song?

• Jingle Bells

• Silent Night

• Maoz Tzur

• Deck the Halls

What is a traditional food eaten during Hanukkah?

• Matzo ball soup

• Gefilte fish

• Latkes

• Challah

What is the significance of oil in Hanukkah foods?

• It represents wealth

• It symbolizes purity

• It commemorates the miracle of the oil

• It is a traditional cooking method

What is the purpose of displaying a lit menorah in the window?

• To compete with Christmas lights

• To publicize the miracle of Hanukkah

• To attract visitors

• To show off decorations