Hanukkah Quiz

What is another name for Hanukkah?

• Festival of Colors

• Festival of Lights

• Festival of Music

• Festival of Dance

How long does Hanukkah last?

• Five days

• Six days

• Seven days

• Eight days

In which century did the story of Hanukkah begin?

• 1st century BCE

• 2nd century BCE

• 3rd century BCE

• 4th century BCE

Who was the king that imposed strict laws on the Jewish people during the Hanukkah story?

• Antiochus III

• Antiochus IV

• Antiochus V

• Antiochus VI

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Who led the Jewish fighters known as the Maccabees?

• Judah Maccabee

• Simon Maccabee

• John Maccabee

• Eleazar Maccabee

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In what year did the Maccabees reclaim the Holy Temple?

• 165 BCE

• 166 BCE

• 167 BCE

• 168 BCE

What miracle is celebrated during Hanukkah?

• The oil lasted for eight days

• The temple was rebuilt in one day

• The menorah lit itself

• The Maccabees found a hidden treasure

How many branches does a hanukkiah have?

• Seven

• Eight

• Nine

• Ten

What is the name of the helper candle on a hanukkiah?

• Shabbat

• Shalom

• Shamash

• Shofar

What food is traditionally eaten during Hanukkah?

• Latkes

• Matzo

• Challah

• Kugel