Rosh Hashanah
The literal translation of Rosh Hashanah in English.
This specially-prepared cucumber is one of the most well-known kosher items.
This very successful Jewish actor has a song about Hanukkah
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This Hebrew word is used as both a greeting and a farewell.
What is Shalom?
“No, I will not let your people go”
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This casserole is often made from lokshen or potato and is a staple in Ashkenazi cuisine.
What is kugel?
One of the most famous Jews of all time: also one of the smartest people in history
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This phrase is used to congratulate and can be heard at b'nei mitzvahs and weddings.
What is mazel tov?
“I will not bow to you, Haman”
Mordechai
This shofar blast entails the person to blow it for as long as possible.
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This white ball of ground-up seafood is extremely controversial in terms of its taste.
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This Jewish actor rose to fame as a child at the age of 12 in the Harry Potter movies.
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This yiddish phrase is often used to indicate dismay or grief.
“I’ll trade you this bowl of soup for your birthright”
Jacob
This is the month in the Hebrew calendar that Rosh Hashanah takes place in.
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The word "deli" comes from which language?
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This entertainer known for roles in movies such as Kung Fu Panda and School of Rock was raised as a Jew.
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One of the most famous Jews of all time: one of if not the smartest person of all time.
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“I will strike this rock and water will come out”
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This is the name of the ritual of throwing pieces of bread into water with the bread symbolizing sins
What is Tashlich?
This deli is one of the most famous in the country and appears in both When Harry Met Sally and Seinfeld.
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This folk musician, born Robert Zimmerman, was raised Jewish even though some of his later music was about Christianity.
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This yiddish word describes a person of integrity and honor.
What is a mensch?
“It’s so hot, are we there yet?”
The Jews wandering the desert