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Jewish Humor Quiz

How much do you know about Jewish humor?

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Jews have long used humor as a tool for self-ridicule, fighting anti-Semitism, and even passing down traditions. And in the past few decades Jewish humor has become significant in mainstream popular culture. How much do you know about Jewish humor?

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Question 1 of 10
How did the magazine National Lampoon set a new comedic standard?
Question 2 of 10
Which of these people was not a Marx Brother?
Question 3 of 10
Which of these themes is commonly addressed in Jewish humor?
Question 4 of 10
What were the names of the Three Stooges?
Question 5 of 10
Which Jewish writer produced classics of bittersweet humor?
Question 6 of 10
Where was Lenny Bruce's "Jewish and Goyish" routine first published?
Question 7 of 10
Who was the creator and producer of The Goldbergs?
Question 8 of 10
What was Mel Brooks's first box office success?
Question 9 of 10
A comedy trend of the '90s called "sick humor" owes its inspiration to whom?
Question 10 of 10
What year did Seinfeld premiere?
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