History
What empire did the Maccabees fight against?
The Seleucid Greek Empire
How many candles are on a Hanukkah menorah, including the shamash?
9
What potato dish is commonly eaten during Hanukkah?
Latkes
What is used to light the Hanukkah candles?
The shamash candle
How many nights is Hanukkah celebrated?
8
200BC
What is the name of the game played with a spinning top during Hanukkah?
Dreidel
What type of oil is significant in Hanukkah cooking?
Olive oil
What does the menorah symbolize?
The miracle of light and faith
What Jewish month does Hanukkah take place in?
Kislev
Antiochus IV
What is the name of the chocolate coins given during Hanukkah
Gelt
What sweet, jelly-filled treat is a Hanukkah favorite? (like a donut)
Sufganiyot
What letters are on a dreidel?
Nun, Gimel, Hei, and Shin
Hanukkah is also called the Festival of what?
Light
How long was the battle between the Jewish high priest Mattathias and the Syrian army?
3 Years
What type of cooking ingredient is significant in Hanukkah meals?
Oil
Why are fried foods eaten during Hanukkah?
To honor the miracle of the oil
When will Hanukkah be celebrated this year?
December 25th, 2024, to Thursday, January 2nd, 2025
When was the Holy temple liberated?
165BC
What type of food besides fried items is traditionally eaten during Hanukkah?
Dairy products
What is another name for latkes in Jewish tradition?
Levivot
What does the month of Kislev mean?
Hope