I was chosen to be Queen
Esther
What did Haman want to do?
Destroy the Jewish people
What do we wear on Purim?
Costumes
Esther told the king she was Jewish right away.
False
Why didn’t Esther tell the king she was Jewish at first?
Mordechai told her to keep it a secret.
I wanted everyone to bow to me.
Haman
How did Esther help save her people?
She spoke to the king
What do we give to friends on Purim?
Mishloch Manot
Purim is a very serious and quiet holiday.
False
What lesson do we learn from Purim?
• Be brave
• Stand up for others
• Hidden miracles
I told Esther she must help her people
Mordechai
What did Mordechai refuse to do?
Bow to Haman
What do we give to people in need?
Matanot La’Evyonim
We celebrate because the Jewish people were saved.
True
What does the name “Megillah” mean?
Scroll
I was the King of Persia
King Achashverosh
What happened to Haman in the end?
He was punished
What do we make noise with during the Megillah?
Groggers
Haman loved Mordechai.
False
Why do we boo when Haman’s name is read?
I was the Queen before Esther
Queen Vashti
What is the name of the book we read on Purim?
Megillat Esther (The Megillah)
What special triangle-shaped food do we eat?
Hamantascen
Purim takes place in Persia.
True
What does Purim teach us about courage?
To be brave