Hershel and the Hanukkah Goblins - Part II

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What is a goblin?

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A goblin is a mischievous creature from folklore, often depicted as small and ugly, known for causing trouble.

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Who is Hershel in the story?

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Hershel is the main character who faces the goblins and uses his cleverness to outsmart them.

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What is Hanukkah?

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Hanukkah is a Jewish festival that celebrates the rededication of the Second Temple in Jerusalem, marked by lighting candles on a menorah.

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What does it mean to trick someone?

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To trick someone means to deceive them or make them believe something that is not true.

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What is a dreidel?

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A dreidel is a four-sided spinning top used in a game played during Hanukkah.

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What happens when Hershel defeats the goblins?

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Hershel outsmarts the goblins and helps to keep the Hanukkah candles lit.

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Why does Hershel laugh at the king of the goblins?

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Hershel laughs because he knows it is part of his trick and that the king is not really a goblin.

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What is the significance of lighting the Hanukkah candles?

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Lighting the Hanukkah candles symbolizes the miracle of the oil that lasted eight days in the temple.

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What does it mean to celebrate?

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To celebrate means to observe a special event with joy and festivities.

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What is a synagogue?

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A synagogue is a Jewish house of worship and community gathering.