Mrs. Greenberg's Messy Hannukah Comprehension Questions

Front

Who is the main character of the story?

Back

Rachel is the main character of the story.

Front

What did Rachel want to make for Hanukkah?

Back

Rachel wanted to make Latkes for Hanukkah.

Front

Who does Rachel want to visit?

Back

Rachel wants to visit Mrs. Greenberg.

Front

What happened when Rachel mopped up the potato?

Back

When Rachel mopped up the potato, it became a mushy mess and the worse it got.

Front

What was the second thing Rachel dropped onto the floor?

Back

The second thing Rachel dropped onto the floor was Eggs.

Front

What are Latkes?

Back

Latkes are traditional potato pancakes made for Hanukkah.

Front

What is Hanukkah?

Back

Hanukkah is a Jewish festival that lasts for eight days and celebrates the rededication of the Second Temple in Jerusalem.

Front

What is the significance of lighting the menorah during Hanukkah?

Back

Lighting the menorah symbolizes the miracle of the oil that lasted eight days.

Front

What is a common activity during Hanukkah?

Back

A common activity during Hanukkah is playing with dreidels.

Front

What is a dreidel?

Back

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