People
Who was the brave queen who saved the Jewish people?
Esther
What is the special scroll we read on Purim called?
The Megillah
What yummy triangle-shaped cookies do we eat on Purim
Hamantaschen
What do we give to people in need on Purim?
matanot la’evyonim
When do we boo and make noise during the Megillah reading
When Haman’s name is said
Who was Esther’s cousin who helped raise her?
Mordechai
What is the name of the book in the Torah that tells the Purim story?
The Book of Esther
What do we give to friends on Purim?
Mishloach Manot
What did Esther ask the Jewish people to do for three days before she went to the king?
Fast and pray
Did Esther tell the king she was Jewish right away?
No, she kept it a secret at first
Who was the bad guy who wanted to hurt the Jews?
Haman
How did Haman choose the day to hurt the Jews?
He casted lots (a lottery)
What do we shake when we hear Haman’s name?
A grogger
On what Hebrew month does Purim happen?
Adar
How do you say "Happy Purim" in Hebrew?
Chag Purim Sameach!
Who was the king of Persia in the Purim story?
King Achashverosh
What did Mordechai ask Esther to do to help save the Jewish people?
He asked her to speak to the king and tell him the truth.
Why do we wear costumes on Purim?
To celebrate and remember how Esther hid who she was
What is the mitzvah of giving money to people in need called?
Matanot la’evyonim
What was the name of the empire where the Purim story happened?
Persia
What was the name of the queen before Esther?
Vashti
In what city did the Purim story take place?
Shushan
Why do we listen carefully when the Megillah is read?
Because it’s a mitzvah to hear every word of the story
Why is helping others such a big part of Purim?
Because the whole holiday is about saving and caring for our people
What day of the Hebrew month of Adar is Purim celebrated in most places?
The 14th of Adar