Purim Mitzvot
What is one of the 4 mitzvot of Purim?
What is hearing the Megillah, Matanot L'vyonim (Giving to the poor) Sending gifts of food (Mishloach Manot), Having a festive meal
What food do we eat shaped like Haman’s hat?
Hamantaschenv
Who was the queen who saved the Jewish people?
Queen Esther
Where does the story of Purim take place?
Shushan (Persia)
What is the mitzvah of giving gifts of food called?
Mishloach Manot
What do we shake when Haman’s name is read?
A grogger
Who was the mean man who wanted to hurt the Jews?
Haman
What does the name “Purim” mean?
The name "Purim" comes from the word "Pur," meaning lots, referring to Haman’s lottery to destroy the Jews.
What is the special meal on Purim called
Seudat Purim
What do Hamantaschen represent?
Haman's ears
Who was Esther’s uncle who helped save the Jews?
Mordechai
What is Esther's Hebrew name?
Esther’s real Hebrew name was Hadassah.
What is the mitzvah of giving to the poor on Purim called
Matanot L’evyonim
What is the special scroll read on Purim called?
Megillat Esther
Who was the king in the Purim story?
King Achashverosh
What Hebrew month is Purim in?
Adar
Why do we complete these 4 mitzvot?
It is commanded in the Megillah!
To hide our true identity like Esther did
Who was the queen before Esther?
Vashti
What is the most popular Hamantashen flavor?
Poppy seeds