Hanukkah Flashcard

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What is the Jewish festival of lights called?

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Hanukkah

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In what year did King Antiochus make it against the law for people in Judea to practice Judaism?

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175 B.C.

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Who led the rebellion against King Antiochus?

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Judah the Maccabee

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How many candles does a Hanukkah menorah hold?

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9

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What is the name of the candle used to light the other candles on the menorah?

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Shamash

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What do people recite during the lighting of the Hanukkah candles?

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Special blessings and prayers

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What traditional Hanukkah food represents the long-lasting lamp oil? Options: Latkes, Matzah ball soup, Challah bread, Sufganiyot

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Sufganiyot

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What do families gather to play after feasting on rich foods during Hanukkah?

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Dreidel

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What can players win if the dreidel lands the right way?

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Chocolate gelt

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In what year did the warring groups sign a peace treaty, and the Jews formed their own independent region?

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142 B.C.