Torah Portion Valera
Which central figure is circumcised in this parsha?
Isaac
What year was the modern state of Israel founded?
1948
What is the name for the days in between Rosh Hashanna and Yom Kippur?
The Days of Awe
This baked good is a traditional aspect of Shabbat Dinner, and is eaten following the Hamotzi
Challah
A popular sitcom from the 90s is starred in by and named after this Jewish comedian
Jerry Seinfeld
What does Vayera mean in Hebrew?
"and he appeared"
What are the names of the 4 seas that touch Israel?
Mediterranean Sea, Dead Sea, Sea of Galilee, and The Red Sea
What are the two holidays that include fasting?
Tish B Av, and Yom Kippur
If you have a cold, chances are your grandmother will stir up some of this classic Jewish dish to soothe it
Matzo Ball Soup
This proud Jewish woman was an impactful member of the Supreme Court all the way up until her death in 2020
Ruth Bader Ginsburg
What stopped Abraham from slaughtering his son Isaac on the altar?
An angel of G-d
What is the name of the only person ever executed in Israel?
Adolf Eichman
What is the name for guests in a Sukkah?
Ushpizin
Hearing the oil sizzling during Hanukkah is a telltale sign of this tasty treat
Latkes
A world-renowned German scientist and Nobel Prize winner who is most well known for his Theory of Relativity
Albert Einstein
What did Abraham and Sarah prepare for their guests?
Butter, Cream, Cakes of fine flour, and veal
How many seats are in the Israeli Knesset?
120
It is the ritual of which holiday to eat dairy products?
Shavuot
This slow-simmering stew is found in many a kitchen for Shabbat lunch
Cholent
Long before leading rebellions in a galaxy far, far away, this future Harvard grad made her film debut at age 12.
Natalie Portman
Which two nations came from the incestual union of Lot and his daughters?
Ammon and Moab
What was the first country to officially put their embassy in Jerusalem?
Costa Rica
What is the name of the Jewish holiday also known as the Feast of Lots?
Purim
These small, meat-filled dumplings often found in soup can be thought of as Ashkenazi wontons
Kreplach
Raised in Toronto by his mother, this global rapper's early life included Hebrew school and a Bar Mitzvah before he ever dropped a mixtape, proudly referencing his Jewish heritage in both his lyrics and Bar Mitzvah-themed music videos
Drake