Notable Jewish Figures
Notable API Figures
Jewish Culture and Traditions
API Culture and Traditions
Miscellaneous
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This legendary comedian is known for his iconic characters such as "Fonz" in "Happy Days" and his humanitarian efforts later in life

Who is Henry Winkler

100

This Japanese-American actor is known for his roles in films such as "Inception" and "The Last Samurai."

Who is Ken Watanabe

100

This Jewish coming-of-age ceremony typically occurs when a boy turns 13 and involves being called to read from the Torah for the first time in front of the community.

What is a Bar Mitzvah

100

This Chinese festival, also known as the Spring Festival, marks the beginning of the lunar new year and is celebrated with family reunions, feasting, and fireworks.

What is Chinese (Lunar) New Year

100

Jewish-American Heritage Month was established by a proclamation signed by which U.S. President in 2006?

Who is George W. Bush

200

This iconic filmmaker, known for his groundbreaking contributions to the world of cinema, directed classics such as "Schindler's List" and "Jurassic Park."

Who is Steven Spielberg 

200

This Filipino-American journalist and TV host is known for her groundbreaking work as the first Asian American national news anchor and the first Asian American woman to co-host a major network newscast.

Who is Connie Chung

200

This Jewish day of rest and spiritual rejuvenation begins at sundown on Friday and ends at nightfall on Saturday.

What is Shabbat

200

This traditional Japanese garment, typically worn for special occasions and ceremonies, consists of a long robe with wide sleeves, tied with a sash called an obi.

What is a kimono

200

The establishment of Jewish-American Heritage Month was inspired by the success of which other ethnic heritage month, designated in 1978?  

What is Black History Month

300

This influential American playwright, known for his powerful dramas exploring themes of family, morality, and the human condition, wrote classics such as "Death of a Salesman" and "The Crucible."

Who is Arthur Miller

300

This Indian-American actress made history as the first South Asian woman to win an Emmy Award for her role in the television series "Quantico."

Who is Priyanka Chopra

300

This Jewish holiday, also known as the Day of Atonement, is observed with fasting, prayer, and repentance, and is considered the holiest day of the Jewish year.

What is Yom Kippur

300

This major Hindu festival, also known as the Festival of Lights, celebrates the victory of light over darkness and good over evil.

What is Diwali

300

Asian Pacific American Heritage Month celebrated the arrival of the first group of immigrants from this country.

What is Japan

400

 This renowned psychoanalyst, known for his theories on the unconscious mind and the importance of childhood experiences, developed the concept of the Oedipus complex.

Who is Sigmund Freud

400

This Japanese-American politician served as the first Asian American woman and first Buddhist elected to Congress, representing the state of Hawaii.

Who is Patty Mink

400

This Jewish wedding canopy symbolizes the couple's new home and is traditionally held over their heads during the marriage ceremony.

What is a Chuppah

400

This traditional Filipino dance, often performed at celebrations and festivals, features intricate footwork, graceful arm movements, and colorful costumes.

What is Tinkling 

400

AAPI Heritage Month was officially designated as May by Congress in which year?

What is 1992

500

This American singer-songwriter, known for his distinctive voice and poetic lyrics, rose to fame in the 1960s and became an iconic figure in popular music with albums like "Blonde on Blonde" and "Highway 61 Revisited."

Who is Bob Dylan 

500

This Chinese-American architect designed the iconic Vietnam Veterans Memorial in Washington, D.C.

Who is Maya Lin

500

This Jewish holiday, often referred to as the Feast of Weeks, commemorates the giving of the Torah at Mount Sinai and is celebrated with the reading of the Book of Ruth and the eating of dairy foods.

What is Shavuot

500

Doljanchi, a traditional ceremony, typically held on a child's first birthday, includes rituals such as selecting symbolic objects to predict the child's future and blessing them with longevity and prosperity, is celebrated in what country?

What is Korean 

500

This four word phrase is the theme for AAPI Heritage Month, 2024. 

What is "Advancing Leaders Through Innovation”