Jewish Athletes
This MLB pitcher, nicknamed “the Hebrew Hammer,” refused to pitch on Yom Kippur in 1965.
Who is Sandy Koufax?
This braided bread is traditionally eaten on Shabbat and Jewish holidays.
What is challah?
She was the first Jewish woman to serve on the U.S. Supreme Court.
Who is Ruth Bader Ginsburg?
This Jewish comedian co-created “Seinfeld.”
Who is Larry David?
This city has the largest Jewish population outside of Israel.
What is New York City?
This Jewish Olympic swimmer won 11 Olympic medals, including 5 golds.
Who is Mark Spitz?
This deli sandwich features corned beef or pastrami and is often served on rye bread.
What is a Reuben sandwich?
This man was the first Jewish person nominated for Vice President by a major party.
Who is Joe Lieberman?
This Jewish director is behind blockbuster hits like Jaws, E.T., and Schindler’s List.
Who is Steven Spielberg?
This California city is home to a large Jewish community and hosts an annual Jewish Film Festival.
What is Los Angeles?
This Jewish boxer became world heavyweight champion in 1930 and fought against antisemitism.
Who is Max Baer?
A classic Jewish dish made from a ground fish mixture, often served with horseradish.
What is gefilte fish?
This woman was the first female rabbi ordained in the U.S.
Who is Sally Priesand?
She played Princess Leia in “Star Wars” and was proud of her Jewish heritage.
Who is Carrie Fisher?
This Florida city is known for its vibrant Jewish retiree population.
What is Boca Raton?
This Jewish NFL wide receiver was named Super Bowl MVP in 2019 with the New England Patriots.
Who is Julian Edelman?
A sweet noodle pudding often made with raisins and cinnamon.
What is kugel?
He was the first Jewish baseball player elected to the Hall of Fame.
Who is Hank Greenberg?
This Jewish Marvel star is known for playing Spider-Man.
Who is Andrew Garfield?
This U.S. state is home to the first synagogue built in America.
What is Rhode Island?
This Jewish former NBA player won two championships with the Golden State Warriors and is now a basketball executive.
Who is David Lee?
These fried potato pancakes are a Hanukkah favorite.
What are latkes?
She was the first Jewish woman to win an Oscar for Best Actress.
Who is Barbra Streisand?
This Jewish singer and actress starred in Funny Girl and Yentl.
Who is Barbra Streisand?
This Southern city is known for its historic Jewish community and houses the third-oldest synagogue building in the U.S.
What is Charleston, South Carolina?