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What Cleveland city is home to the most Jews?

Beachwood

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Which Jewish actor is nicknamed "Hot Rabbi" in Nobody Wants This

Adam Brody

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Why is Hillel called Hillel?

Named after Rabbi Hillel

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What is the capital of Israel?

Jerusalem
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What school did Josh work at before CWRU?

The Ohio State University

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When was the Cleveland Hillel founded?

1947

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Who was the first Jewish Supreme Court Justice?

Louis D. Brandeis

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DAILY DOUBLE!

Where does Hillel get their bagels for bagel brunch from?

Nubeigel

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What fruit/vegetable did Israel invent?

Cherry tomato

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Who is Jared's favorite superhero?

Superman

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How old is the current Cleveland Hillel building?

9 years

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Which famous Jewish movie director is behind iconic films like Schindler's List and E.T.?

Steven Spielberg

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In what Hebrew month does the Jewish New Year fall?

Tishrei

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Who was the most recent Israeli to win Eurovision?

Netta

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Where did Lauren and Michael matriculate?

Kent State University

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What denominations are represented in the Cleveland Jewish community (4)?
Reform, Conservative, Orthodox, Reconstructionist
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Which Jewish actor originated the role of Evan Hansen on Broadway?

Ben Platt

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What was the first Jewish fraternity?

Zeta Beta Tau (ZBT)

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When did the first Birthright Israel trip take place?

1999

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What is Jared's hometown?

Montreal

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What was the oldest Jewish Deli in Cleveland before it closed in 2023?

Corky and Lenny's

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What's the name of the indie-pop band that consists of three Jewish sisters?

Haim
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Where did Golda Meir grow up?

Wisconsin

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Who wrote Hatikvah?

Naftali Herz Imber

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DAILY DOUBLE!

How long has Jill Ross been working at Cleveland Hillel?

36 years