Charachters
Who is the brave queen in the purim story?
Queen Esther
What is the book in which the purim story is written called?
the Megillah
What do we do when we hear Haman's name in the Megilah
Make lots of noise
What is the Hebrew name for the Scroll of Esther?
Megillat Esther
Who showed bravery by going to the king without being called?
Queen Esther
Who is Esther's cousin who helped raise her?
Mordechai!
Challenge
each group needs to come up with a 10 second purim song, the group with the best song gets the points.
What is it called when we give gifts to friends on purim?
Matanot La’evyonim
Who refused to bow down to Haman?
Mordechai
How did Esther save the Jewish people?
She told the king the truth about Haman's plan.
Who was the king of Persia?
King Ahasuerus
What are the names of the evil guards in the Purim story
Bigtan and Terish
What is it called when we give money to people in need?
Matanot La’evyonim
How did Esther first find out about Haman’s plan?
Mordechai told her about the decree
Who refused to bow down to Haman?
Mordechai
Challenge!!!
Each group goes with a year 10 or teacher and needs to name as many charachters as you can!!
How many times is god mentioned in the Megilat
0
Challenge!
Each group will get a charachter they will then need to act out that charachter without speaking, if you get it correct you get 200 points!
What was Haman’s job in the palace?
He was the king’s advisor / second in charge.
Challenge: Wihtout any of us saying anything what are the year 10s names?
Depends on who's class your in
What is Esthers other name?
Hadassah!
What did Esther do before she choose to speak to the king?
She fasted for 3 days
Why do we wear costumes on Purim?
because things were hidden in the story / Esther hid who she was
What fast takes place the day before Purim?
Ta’anit Esther (The Fast of Esther)
Why did Mordechai refuse to bow down to Haman?
Because he wanted to obey God and not show respect to someone evil.