Shavuot Essentials
What type of food is traditionally eaten on Shavuot?
What is dairy?
This actor, famous for roles in The Big Lebowski and True Grit, is the son of Jewish parents Dorothy and Lloyd Bridges.
Who is Jeff Bridges?
This Canadian rapper, known for hits like "Hotline Bling" and "God's Plan," celebrated a second bar mitzvah at age 31.
Who is Drake?
This "Maccabiah Games," often called the "Jewish Olympics," are held every four years in what country?
What is Israel?
On Shavuot, many enjoy blintzes, which are thin pancakes filled with this creamy white cheese.
What is cottage cheese (or farmer's cheese/ricotta)?
The Torah was given to the Jewish people on this mountain.
What is Mount Sinai?
Often considered one of the greatest directors of all time, this "beard-and-glasses" filmmaker, known for Schindler's Listand E.T., was born to Jewish immigrants from Ukraine and Poland.
Who is Steven Spielberg?
This singer-songwriter, known for her distinctive voice and hits like "You Oughta Know" and "Ironic," is of Jewish descent on her mother's side and was inducted into the Canadian Music Hall of Fame.
Who is Alanis Morissette?
Sarah Schenirer, a pioneer of Jewish education, founded schools for girls, emphasizing both religious and secular studies. If she played pickleball, she'd likely have a strong smash or this type of powerful overhead shot.
What is a volley?
This popular Jewish deli dessert, often served with a glass of milk, is a sweet pastry filled with cheese and sometimes fruit.
What is rugelach?
Shavuot is one of the three Shalosh Regalim, or Pilgrim Festivals. Name one of the other two.
What is Passover or Sukkot?
In the film When Harry Met Sally..., Billy Crystal's character worries about his friend going full "meshugge" after a breakup. This Yiddish word means what?
What is crazy (or insane)?
"Hallelujah," a song often performed at Jewish lifecycle events, was written by this Canadian singer-songwriter who passed away in 2016.
Who is Leonard Cohen?
Sandy Koufax, a legendary baseball pitcher, famously refused to pitch in Game 1 of the 1965 World Series because it fell on this Jewish holiday.
What is Yom Kippur?
If you're having a dairy meal, you might avoid serving it with meat, as Jewish dietary laws, called kashrut, separate these two food groups. The Hebrew term for "kosher" literally means "fit" or "proper."
What are milk and meat?
The Book of Ruth is traditionally read on Shavuot, telling the story of a Moabite woman who converted to Judaism and became the great-grandmother of this famous king.
Who is King David?
This animated classic, which features a memorable Hanukkah song, tells the story of a young mouse named Fievel who emigrates to America.
What is An American Tail?
This "Funny Girl" who starred in a famous movie about a matchmaker is known for her powerful voice and for being a prominent Jewish entertainer.
Who is Barbra Streisand?
This NBA Hall of Famer, known as "The Accountant," was one of the greatest shooters of all time and is Jewish.
Who is Dolph Schayes?
A "schmear" is a generous spread, often of cream cheese, on a bagel. If you're feeling like a "mensch," which is a Yiddish term for a person of integrity and honor, you'd likely share your schmear, but how many syllables does the word "schmear" have?
What is one?
The numerical value (gematria) of the Hebrew word for milk, chalav (חלב),a also the number of days and nights Moses spent on Mount Sinai receiving the Torah.
What is 40?
Before becoming a superhero, Natalie Portman, born Neta-Lee Hershlag, made her film debut in this 1994 Luc Besson thriller.
What is Léon: The Professional (or The Professional)?
Before gaining fame as a comedic actor and musician, Adam Sandler's first significant TV exposure was as a cast member on this sketch comedy show, where he famously performed "The Chanukah Song."
What is Saturday Night Live?
Considered one of the greatest tennis players of all time, this German-born Jewish athlete won 22 Grand Slam singles titles.
Who is Steffi Graf?
In traditional Jewish law, the concept of halav Yisrael (literally "milk of Israel") refers to milk that has been supervised by a Jew from milking to bottling to ensure it has not been mixed with non-kosher milk. This stringency is particularly relevant for what type of milk product often found in cheeses?
What is rennet (or cheese made with rennet)?