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Minor Fasts Quiz

How much do you know about these days of mourning?

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The four minor fasts on the Jewish calendar commemorate tragedies in Jewish history such as the murder of Gedaliah, the Jewish governor of Judah, and the breach of the walls around Jerusalem in 70 CE.

How much do you know about these days?

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Question 1 of 10
How many minor fasts are on the Jewish calendar?
Question 2 of 10
The 17th of Tammuz marks the beginning of
Question 3 of 10
How can a firstborn son get out of his obligation to fast on Erev Pesach?
Question 4 of 10
What anniversary does the Tenth of Tevet mark?
Question 5 of 10
None of the four minor fast days can occur
Question 6 of 10
Which minor fast day is mentioned in the Torah?
Question 7 of 10
The following prayer is said on minor fast days
Question 8 of 10
Ta'anit Bekhorim reminds us of which plague
Question 9 of 10
Most minor fasts are connected with
Question 10 of 10
Which of the following is a traditional custom associated with minor fast days?
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