Teta
What is Teta's favorite fruit?
Watermelon
What was Thetha's favorite game?
Tauleh
What was the original language of the Syriac Orthodox Church's liturgy?
Syriac (an Aramaic dialect)
Small deep-fried balls made of chick peas, onion, garlic, and various herbs and spices.
Falafel
In the song "The Twelve Days of Christmas," what five pieces of jewelry does the singer's true love give them on the fifth day?
FIVE GOLDEN RINGSSS
What is teta's favorite holiday?
What was Thetha's favorite food that teta made?
Eggplant Mehshi
What city does the patriarch of the Syriac Orthodox Church reside in today?
Damascus, Syria
This classic Syrian dish involves ground meat (often beef or lamb), garlic, and spices, shaped into small patties and deep-fried. It is often served with tahini or yogurt.
Kibbeh
What piece of clothing brought frosty the snowman back to life?
His hat
What is Teta's shoe size?
6
What year did Teta and Thetha get married?
1960
Which state has the highest concentration of Syrian Orthodox in the U.S.?
New Jersey
A rich dessert made from a thickened milk mixture flavored with rose or orange blossom water, and topped with pistachios, this dish is a staple in Syrian sweet shops.
Mahalabia
What did the three wise men bring baby Jesus?
Cold, frankincense, and myrrh
What is Teta's LEAST favorite color?
Blue
What was Thetha's favorite dessert? (Hint: It's not Arab)
Flan
What was the ancient capital (city) of the Syrian Orthodox Church? (Hint: Starts with an A)
Antioch
This hearty Lebanese dish features spiced rice and lentils, topped with caramelized onions and often accompanied by fried onions or yogurt.
Mujadara
Statistically, one in three men wait until which day to do their Christmas shopping?
Christmas Eve
If teta didn't get married, what did she want to be?
A nun
What grade did Thetha quit school?
6th grade
What is the name of the Calendar that the Syriac Orthodox church follows for its liturgical year?
The Julian Calendar
Known for its rich, savory flavor, this Syrian stew is made with eggplant, tomatoes, and olive oil, often served with rice.
Makdous
At Christmas time, fake santas ring a bell in front of grocery stores to collect money for which charitable organization?
Salvation Army