The Menorah
What is the name of the candle that helps light the other candles?
The Shamash
What Hebrew month is Hanukah?
Kislev
What were the Jews in the Hanukah story called?
What is the name for the chocolate coins we use on Hanukkah?
Gelt
What happens, if during a game of dreidel you spin and land on nun?
nothing
How many candles does the menorah hold?
9
Where is the Menorah placed after lighting?
The window
Where was the story of Hanukah?
Israel
How many nights is Hanukah celebrated?
8
What happens, if during a game of dreidel you spin and land on hay?
You win half of the gelt.
Which direction do we put candles on the Menorah?
left to right
What is the most popular Hanukah food in Israel?
Jelly donuts (suvganiyot)
After the Maccabees captured Jerusalem, what place did they need to clean?
The Beit HaMikdash
What is the most popular Hanukah food in America?
Potato Pancakes (Latkes)
What do the letters on the Dreidel stand for? (in English)
A Great Miracle Happened Here
In which direction are Hanukkah candles lit?
right to left
What are the letters on the dreidel in Israel?
Nun Gimmel Hay Pay
Who is the hero of the story of Hanukkah
Judah Maccabee
What is the name of Hanukah in English?
What are the letters of the dreidel in America?
Nun Gimel Hay Shin
Where was the first menorah?
The Beit HaMikdash
What does the word Hanukah mean?
Dedication
What is the name of the evil King in the Hanukkah story?
Antiochus
What are two things people put on their latkes?
Sour Cream, Applesauce, Sugur, Cinnamon, Ketchup
What does the Shin on the American dreidel stand for?
Sham (שם)