Lag Ba’omer
How many years were rabbi shimon and his son hiding in the cave?
13 years
Whats the historical capital of Israel?
Jerusalem
What holiday do we eat latkes?
Chanukah
What is the bread we eat on shabbat called?
Challah
On which holiday do we fast?
Yom Kippur
What day of the Omer did Rabbi Shimon die?
33rd day of the omer
What continent is Israel a part of?
Asia
What holiday do we dip the apple in honey?
Rosh Hashana
What do women and girls do at the beginning of Shabbat?
Light the Shabbat candles
On which holiday do we blow the Shofar?
Rosh Hashanah
Why do we celebrate on Lag Ba’omer?
That was one of his wishes before he passed away
What colors are on the Israeli flag?
Blue and white
What holiday do we eat Hamantaschen?
Purim
What did G-d do on the 7th day of creation?
Rest
How many candles do we light on Chanukah ALTOGETHER?
44
Where is Rabbi Shimon buried?
Meiron
What is the holiest site in Israel?
The western wall
What holiday do we eat cheesecake?
Shavuot
How many times do we make Kiddush on Shabbat?
2
On which holiday do we get dressed up in costumes?
Purim
What’s the name of Rabbi Shimon’s teacher?
Rabbi Akiva
What year did Israel gain independence?
1948
What holiday do we eat bitter herbs?
Passover
Which country is the first to celebrate Shabbat each week? (Hint: time zones)
Australia
On which holiday do we light a bonfire/make a BBQ?
Lag Ba’omer!