CHANUKAH MENORAH
What is the helper candle called?
Shamash
What are the four letters on a dreidel?
Nun, Gimmel, Hey, Shin/Pey
How many days does Chanukah last?
8
Where does the story of Chanukah take place?
Israel
What are the potato pancakes we eat on Chanukah called?
Latkes
When fully lit, how many candles are there on a Chanukah Menorah?
9
What happens in a game of dreidel of you spin and land on hey?
You win half the pot
What does the word Chanukah mean?
(Re)Dedication
Who is the hero of the story of Chanukah?
Judah Maccabee
What is the Hebrew name of the special jelly donuts we eat during Chanukah?
Sufganiyot
What direction to we start adding candles to the menorah?
Right to left
What is the Hebrew word for dreidel?
S’vivon
After lighting a Chanukah menorah, where is it traditionally placed?
By the window
How long did the miracle of the oil last?
8 Days
What is the name for the chocolate coins we use on Chanukah?
Gelt
In which direction are the candles lit on the Chanukah menorah?
Left to right
What do the four letters on the dreidel stand for?
A Great Miracle Happened There/Here
In what Hebrew month is Chanukah observed?
Kislev
What is the name of the evil king in the story of Chanukah?
Antiochus
What are two things people frequently put on their latkes?
Sour Cream, Applesauce, Ketchup
What is the difference between a menorah and a Chanukah menorah?
A regular menorah has 7 branches, Chanukah menorah has 9
What letter replaces “shin” on an Israeli dreidel?
Pey
Scholars believe the first Chanukah was the delayed celebration of this holiday which also lasts 8 days?
Sukkot
After the Maccabees captured Jerusalem, what place did they need to clean and rededicate?
The Temple
How are traditional Chanukah foods cooked?
Fried/ In Oil