Passover Quiz

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Passover celebrates the biblical exodus from Egypt, but its focus on freedom in general has earned it a special place on the Jewish calendar. More Jews participate in a seder than any other Jewish ritual. How much do you know about Passover history and rituals?

Question 1 of 10
The counting of the Omer lasts
Question 2 of 10
Passover celebrates
Question 3 of 10
The bitter herbs on the seder plate are meant to symbolize
Question 4 of 10
True or False: Hag ha-Aviv, or "the Spring Festival," is another name for Passover.
Question 5 of 10
What is Maimouna?
Question 6 of 10
True or False: Ritual hand washing takes place at the seder twice.
Question 7 of 10
The word seder means
Question 8 of 10
In biblical times, the main ritual for celebrating Passover focused on
Question 9 of 10
The song Had Gadya is about
Question 10 of 10
How many sons are there in the Haggadah
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