History
What does Channukah commemorate?
The rededication of the 2nd BHMK
Out of what material is the dreidel made of in the children's "Little Dreidel" song?
Clay
Why do we eat Latkes?
To commemorate the miracle that was done with oil
What is the candle used on the menorah to light the other candles called?
Shamash
What month does Channukah take place in ?
Kislev
Who started the revolt of the Chashmonaim?
Matityahu
On how many nights is the brachah of Shehecheyanu added?
1
Which Channukah food is most famous in Israel?
Sufganiyot
How many candles total will be lit on your Menorah on the 4th night?
5
How many Brachot are said on the last night of Channukah?
2
What were Jews who assimilated into greek culture called in Hebrew?
Mityavnim
The paragraph beginning "Al Hanissim" is added to
Shmone Esre and Birkat Hamazon
What is the best type of oil to use for the Menorah?
Olive Oil
Where is the BEST place to place your Menorah?
Outside your front door
How many times is Channukah mentioned in the Torah?
0
From what division of the Greek empire was Antiochus IV from?
Seleucid Greek
In the song "Channukah oh Channukah" what is happening while they are playing the dreidel?
Candles are burning low
What is Mrs. Blum's favorite Sufganiyah flavor?
Plain :)
In which direction do you light the menorah, once the candles have been placed?
Left to right
How many sons did Matityahu have?
How many years after Channukah did the Macabees get sovereignty over the land of Israel?
25
What is the name of the first name of author of Maoz Tzur?
Mordechai
Why do many people eat dairy on Channukah?
Yehudit famously gave one of the Syrian generals cheese and wine and then killed him.
How many branches did the Menorah in the BHMK have?
7
Who was the first US President to light the Menorah?
Bill Clinton