Hanukkah Traditions
How many nights is Hanukkah celebrated?
8 nights
What fried potato dish is eaten on Hanukkah?
Latkes
What spinning toy is used during Hanukkah?
Dreidel
“Hanukkah, Oh ______.”
Hanukkah
Hanukkah is known as the Festival of what?
Lights
What is the special candleholder called?
Menorah / Hanukkiah
What jelly-filled treat is popular on Hanukkah?
Sufganiyot
How many sides does a dreidel have?
4
In “I Have a Little Dreidel,” what is it made of?
Clay
What season is Hanukkah in?
Winter
What is the helper candle called?
Shamash
What cooking method is traditional on Hanukkah?
Frying in oil
What letter means “take all”?
Gimel
What greeting means “Happy Holiday”?
Chag Sameach
Many families exchange what during Hanukkah?
Gifts
Who led the revolt celebrated on Hanukkah?
The Maccabees
Latkes may be made from which vegetables besides potato?
Zucchini, Carrot, Sweet Potato (accept any)
What do players traditionally use in the game?
Chocolate coins / Gelt
What Hebrew word means “to praise”?
Hallel
Lighting candles symbolizes adding more what to the world?
Light / Hope / Goodness
What does “Hanukkah” mean?
Dedication
What oil relates to the Hanukkah miracle?
Olive oil
What does the letter Nun mean?
Do nothing / no play
What circle dance is common at celebrations?
The Hora
Sharing food, songs, and time reflects what value?
Community / Togetherness