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Purim Quiz

How much do you know about this festive holiday?

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Purim is the most carnivalesque Jewish holiday. It is a day when norms are subverted and reversed to commemorate the reversal of fortune recorded in the Book of Esther.

How much do you know about Purim?

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Question 1 of 10
When Mordechai told Esther of Haman's plans, she asked Mordechai to declare a fast that was how long
Question 2 of 10
Written evidence of Purim shpiels (Yiddish for "Purim play") exists in Europe dating back to the
Question 3 of 10
During Megillah reading, it is customary to say the names of Haman's sons
Question 4 of 10
The Shabbat before Purim is called
Question 5 of 10
The name "Purim" is the plural of the word pur, which means
Question 6 of 10
The Book of Esther is one of how many biblical books that do not refer directly to God?
Question 7 of 10
Scholars believe the actual text of the Book of Esther was written
Question 8 of 10
The scroll of Esther is read with
Question 9 of 10
True or False: In the Sistine Chapel, Haman is portrayed as being crucified by the Jews.
Question 10 of 10
According to tradition, Haman was
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