Yom Kippur Quiz

What does "Yom Kippur" mean in English?

• Day of Atonement

• Day of Celebration

• Day of Fasting

• Day of Feasting

When is Yom Kippur observed?

• The 10th day of the Hebrew month of Tishrei

• The 1st day of the Hebrew month of Nissan

• The 25th day of the Hebrew month of Kislev

• The 15th day of the Hebrew month of Av

What is the primary purpose of Yom Kippur?

• To celebrate the Hebrew New Year

• To remember the exodus from Egypt

• To atone for personal and communal sins

• To commemorate the giving of the Torah

Which of the following is a common tradition on Yom Kippur?

• Giving gifts to friends and family

• Fasting for 25 hours

• Lighting candles in the home

• Eating a festive meal

What special prayer is recited during Yom Kippur services?

• Hallel

• Shema

• Kol Nidre

• Aleinu

What is NOT allowed on Yom Kippur?

• Eating and drinking

• Wearing leather shoes

• Bathing for pleasure

• Reading the Torah

What do many people wear to synagogue on Yom Kippur?

• Bright, colorful clothing

• Casual attire

• White clothing

• Black ties

Why do people wear white on Yom Kippur?

• To symbolize purity and spiritual cleansing

• To celebrate the end of the fast

• To honor the historical figures in the Torah

• Because it is the traditional color of celebration

What is typically done at the end of Yom Kippur?

• A large feast is held

• The shofar is blown

• Gifts are exchanged

• A dance celebration

Which of the following is a focus during the Yom Kippur prayers?

• Seeking forgiveness from others

• Planning for the new year

• Celebrating the harvest

• Recounting the history of the Jewish people