Hanukkah Quiz

What is Hanukkah also known as?

• Festival of Lights

• Festival of Colors

• Festival of Dance

• Festival of Music

How many days does Hanukkah last?

• Twelve days

• Five days

• Eight days

• Ten days

Who led the Jews in the rebellion against King Antiochus?

• Judah the Maccabee

• Moses

• Abraham

• King David

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What is the name of the candleholder used during Hanukkah?

• Lampstand

• Chandelier

• Candelabra

• Menorah

What is the ninth candle on the menorah called?

• Shamash

• Guide

• Helper

• Leader

What are the deep-fried jelly donuts eaten during Hanukkah called?

• Latkes

• Bagels

• Sufganiyot

• Challah

What game is traditionally played during Hanukkah?

• Chess

• Hopscotch

• Checkers

• Dreidel

What do players win when playing the dreidel game?

• Chocolate gelt

• Candies

• Stickers

• Toys

What do latkes represent during Hanukkah?

• The miracle of the oil

• The victory in battle

• The rebuilding of the temple

• The peace treaty

In what year did the Jews sign a peace treaty with the followers of King Antiochus?

• 200 B.C.

• 142 B.C.

• 164 B.C.

• 175 B.C.