Hanukkah Traditions
How many nights is Hanukkah celebrated?
Eight nights
What fried potato dish is commonly eaten during Hanukkah?
Latkes
Which spinning toy is used in a traditional Hanukkah game?
Dreidel
The song often sung while lighting the menorah begins: “Hanukkah, Oh ___.”
Hanukkah
Hanukkah is often called the Festival of what?
Lights
What is the special candleholder used during Hanukkah called?
Menorah / Hanukkiah
What jelly-filled doughnut is a Hanukkah favorite?
Sufganiyot or Jelly Filled Donuts
The dreidel has how many sides?
Four
In the song “I Have a Little Dreidel,” what is the dreidel made of?
Clay
What season does Hanukkah take place in?
Winter
What is the name of the candle used to light the others?
Shamash
What cooking method is most traditional during Hanukkah celebrations?
Frying in oil
What letter on the dreidel means “take all”?
Gimel
What is the Hebrew greeting meaning “Happy Holiday”?
Chag Sameach
Many families exchange what during Hanukkah?
Gifts
Which group of Jewish fighters led the revolt celebrated during Hanukkah?
The Maccabees
Latkes can be made not only from potatoes — name another vegetable they are sometimes made from.
Zucchini / Carrot / Sweet Potato(Any three)
What small item is traditionally used as game pieces when playing dreidel?
Chocolate coins / Gelt
What Hebrew word means “to praise,” often sung in joyful religious songs?
Hallel
Lighting candles each night symbolizes bringing more what into the world?
Light / Goodness / Hope
The word “Hanukkah” translates to what meaning in English?
Dedication
Historically, which traditional oil was used in Jewish cooking?
Olive oil
What does the letter Nun on the dreidel mean?
“Do nothing”
What traditional dance, often done in a circle at celebrations, is common during Jewish gatherings?
The Hora
Sharing songs, meals, and time with loved ones during Hanukkah reflects what core value?
Community / Togetherness