Definitions
What is the short definition of קוצר?
Harvesting
Can I mash soft foods using the tines of a fork?
No, because it is not a שינוי
What is סילוק?
Removing (if you know what is underneath)
Picking apples of a tree
קוצר
Why can't I strain noodles with a collander?
It's not ביד
What is the long definition of מעמר?
Collecting, combining, or bundling scattered produce.
Taking peas out of their inedible pods?
אסור
What are the 3 conditions of Borer and their definitions?
1. ביד - by hand
2. מיד - immediate use
3. אוכל מתוך פסולת - taking the good from the bad
Spitting watermelon seed onto the ground
זורע
Why can't I use tines of my fork to mash potatoes?
You need a שינוי
What is טרחה?
No - its part of the ז' משקין
What is אין טוחן אחר טוחן?
Regrinding (not for the first time - same with מעמר)
Blowing peanut shells off of your hand
זורה
Why can I step on soft dirt with high heels?
It's compacting the ground which is the opposite of חורש
What's the difference between זורה and זורע?
Zoreh is winnowing and Zorayah is planting
Can I use juice that seeped out itself?
Yes
What's the difference between the חשמונאים and the מתייונים?
חשמונאים - Jews that were part in "מי לה' אלי"
מתייונים - Jews that converted to Greek culture
Taking unnecessary medicine
טוחן
Why can I use an egg slicer? (2 answers)
1. It did not grow from the ground
2. Only used for eggs
What is סחיטה?
Squeezing
Can I make a salad with finely chopped cucumbers?
No
What is פרסומי ניסא?
Publicizing the miracle
Use a salt shaker with rice in it
מרקד
Why can't I finely chop vegetables?
It has to be bigger than usual or else its טוחן