Purim Trivia

Why is the holiday called Purim ?

• It is named after a famous king.
• Purim is derived from a Hebrew word meaning 'celebration'.
• The holiday is called Purim because it means 'lots' in reference to the lots cast by Haman.
• The name comes from a traditional food eaten during the holiday.

What are the names for the triangle cookie we eat on Purim (check all that apply)

• Hamentashen

• Oznei Haman

• Hamanookies

• Kova Haman

How did Esther become Queen

• Esther became Queen by winning a beauty contest held by King Ahasuerus.
• Esther was a warrior who defeated the previous queen.
• Esther was chosen by a council of nobles.
• Esther inherited the throne from her father.

How many days did the Jewish people fast in support of Esther trying to save their lives?

• 1 day
• 7 days
• 3 days
• 5 days

What are the mitzvot for Purim we are supposed to do? (check all that apply)

• Give tzedakah/charity

• Give food gifts

• Read the Megillah

• Have a big meal

Mordechai was Esther's _______

When we read the Megillah and hear Haman's name we...

• make noise to drown out Haman's name
• yell curse words

• remain silent during the reading
• cheer for Haman's name

What is a Jewish value meaning courage that Esther possessed?

What is the best flavor filling for Hamentashen?

• Berry jam

• Poppy seed

• Nutella

• No filling I just like the cookie

What is a lesson we can learn from the Megillah?

• Courage and the importance of standing up for justice.
• Costumes are fun

• Hamentashen are delicious

• God is with us even when we don't realize.