Yom Hashoah
The Hebrew name for the specific day set aside to commemorate the six million Jews murdered during the Holocaust.
Yom Hashoah
Known as Israel's Memorial Day, Yom Hazikaron commemorates those who have died serving in this organization.
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This city, which holds significant religious and historical importance, is the capital of Israel and a focal point for Yom Ha'atzmaut celebrations.
Jerusalem
This city, considered one of the oldest in the world, is the capital of Israel and a significant religious site for Judaism, Christianity, and Islam.
Jerusalem
This popular Middle Eastern dish, made from ground chickpeas and tahini, is a staple in Israeli cuisine and often served with pita bread
Hummus
In many ceremonies on Yom Hashoah, this type of object is lit in memory of those who died.
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Yom Hazikaron was first observed in this year, shortly established after the state of Israel
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Yom Ha'atzmaut is celebrated on this Hebrew date, the same day Israel declared independence.
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This waterway, also called a sea, is the lowest point on Earth and borders Israel, Jordan, and the West Bank.
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This fried ball or patty made from ground chickpeas or fava beans is a common Israeli street food, often eaten in a pita with fresh salad and t'china
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Yom Hashoah is observed in the Jewish calendar very soon after which holiday?
Pesach
What are 4 ways that people in Israel honor Yom HaZikaron?
memorial candles are lit
flags are flown at half-staff to honor the memory of the fallen
Two-minute silence
National memorial services
Israel's Declaration of Independence was signed in what city?
Tel Aviv
What is the Israeli currency (money) called?
Shekel
This dish, often enjoyed at breakfast in Israel, consists of poached eggs in a spicy tomato and pepper sauce.
Shakshuka
The Yad Vashem Holocaust Remembrance Center is located in this city, where a special ceremony takes place each year on Yom Hashoah.
Jerusalem
Yom Hazikaron is observed on this day of the Hebrew calendar, falling one day before the celebration of Israeli Independence Day.
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This iconic leader was the first to sign the Israeli Declaration of Independence and later became Israel's first Prime Minister
Who is David Ben-Gurion?
The Sea of Galilee, known as this in Hebrew, is the largest freshwater lake in Israel and a key site in Christian religious history.
What is the Kinneret
This popular Israeli dessert is made from fine semolina or phyllo dough, soaked in a sweet syrup, and often topped with pistachios.
Baklava
A moment of silence is observed during this specific time on Yom Hashoah, marked by air raid sirens across Israel.
10:00 AM
The main state ceremony on Yom Hazikaron takes place at this national cemetery in Jerusalem
Mount Herzl
This traditional Jewish prayer of gratitude is recited on Yom Ha'atzmaut to thank God for significant events.
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This ancient city in Israel is believed to be one of the oldest continuously inhabited settlements in the world.
Jericho
This grilled skewered meat dish, marinated in a mixture of spices and often served with pita bread and t'china is a favorite street food in Israel.
Shawarma