Rosh Hashanah Quiz

Test your knowledge about the Jewish New Year!

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Rosh Hashanah is a time when Jews reflect on their actions and try to make amends with each other and God, and it is also the Jewish New Year. How much do you know about Rosh Hashanah?

Question 1 of 10
How many extra blessings are added to the Musaf Amidah on Rosh Hashanah?
Question 2 of 10
The Hebrew month before Rosh Hashanah has special prayers and moments that help us prepare for the holiday. This month is called
Question 3 of 10
In which Torah passage is the shofar alluded to?
Question 4 of 10
According to the Talmud, on which day of Creation does Rosh Hashanah occur?
Question 5 of 10
According to Rabbi Irving Greenberg, when the Rosh Hashanah liturgy focuses on death, what is it really talking about?
Question 6 of 10
What type of ritual have some Sephardic communities developed for Rosh Hashanah?
Question 7 of 10
Which is NOT another name for Rosh Hashanah?
Question 8 of 10
The Rosh Hashanah holiday celebration begins with
Question 9 of 10
The Mishnah gives four new years. Which is not one of them?
Question 10 of 10
During Rosh Hashanah services in particular, Jews read special religious poems called
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