Chanukah Quiz

What is the meaning of the word Chanukah?

• Dedication

• Celebration

• Festivity

• Remembrance

Answer explanation

The word Chanukah means dedication. It is a celebration that commemorates the rededication of the Holy Temple in Jerusalem.

What is the central purpose of lighting the menorah?

• To cook food

• To identify a Jewish home

• To save electricity

• To keep warm

Answer explanation

The central purpose of lighting the menorah is to identify a Jewish home.

What is the traditional food eaten during Chanukah in America?

• Latkes

• Jelly doughnuts

• Matzah ball soup

• Sufganiyot

Answer explanation

Latkes are the traditional food eaten during Chanukah in America. They are potato pancakes that are fried until crispy and served with applesauce or sour cream.

What is the story behind the lighting of the menorah?

• A love story

• A journey to a new land

• A little bit of oil that lasted eight days

• A military victory

Answer explanation

The story behind the lighting of the menorah is about a little bit of oil that lasted eight days.

What does the ritual of lighting the menorah symbolize?

• Bringing more darkness into our lives

• Ignoring the holiday

• Inviting more light into our lives

• Creating chaos

Answer explanation

The ritual of lighting the menorah symbolizes inviting more light into our lives.

What is the other story associated with Chanukah?

• A story of a magical creature

• A story of a lost kingdom

• A story of religious freedom and revolution

• A story of finding a treasure

Answer explanation

The other story associated with Chanukah is a story of religious freedom and revolution.

What does the holiday of Chanukah celebrate?

• The destruction of the Temple

• The end of Jewish culture

• The defeat of the Maccabees

• The victory of the few over the many

Answer explanation

Chanukah celebrates the victory of the few over the many, highlighting the triumph of the Maccabees against all odds.

What is the purpose of exchanging presents during Chanukah?

• To compete with others

• To make others jealous

• To cultivate 'presence'

• To show off wealth

Answer explanation

The purpose of exchanging presents during Chanukah is to cultivate 'presence' and not to compete with others, make others jealous, or show off wealth.

What does the story of the oil in the Second Temple symbolize?

• The dangers of fire

• The importance of recycling

• The ability to refill and refuel beyond expectation

• The need for more oil

Answer explanation

The story of the oil in the Second Temple symbolizes the ability to refill and refuel beyond expectation.