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Death and Mourning Quiz

What are the history and practical aspects of Jewish bereavement?

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Question 1 of 10
How long is it customary to recite kaddish after the death of a parent?
Question 2 of 10
How many Jews are required to be present during the recitation of the Mourner's Kaddish?
Question 3 of 10
In traditional Judaism, is one required to sit shiva for a miscarriage?
Question 4 of 10
From the time they find out about a family member's death, until the burial, mourners are in a state called
Question 5 of 10
After tearing their clothing, what Hebrew phrase do Jewish mourners say?
Question 6 of 10
What is potentially problematic about wills?
Question 7 of 10
Traditionally, upon entering a shiva, a visitor may not speak until
Question 8 of 10
After the establishment of the State of Israel, what did Israel's Knesset decide was the only crime punishable by death?
Question 9 of 10
In Jewish tradition, the face of the deceased at a burial is
Question 10 of 10
True or false: According to Jewish law, a convert is not obligated to sit shiva for a member of his/her gentile family.

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