Modern Holidays Quiz

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Contemporary Jews observe holidays that commemorate events in recent Jewish history such as the Holocaust and the creation of the State of Israel.
How much do you know about modern Jewish holidays?

Question 1 of 10
In Israel, which of these is always true?
Question 2 of 10
What is Israel’s independence day called?
Question 3 of 10
The Chief Rabbinate of Israel decided this should be said on Yom Ha’atzmaut?
Question 4 of 10
What was the event that precipitated the celebration of Yom Yerushalayim?
Question 5 of 10
In modern times, Tu B’av slightly resembles what holiday in English-speaking countries?
Question 6 of 10
Yom Hazikaron is a memorial day for
Question 7 of 10
In the Second Temple period, what kind of holiday was Tu B’av?
Question 8 of 10
The Israeli Knesset declared that Yom Hazikaron should fall on what date every year?
Question 9 of 10
What is the National Bible Quiz?
Question 10 of 10
Which Jewish movement created Megillat Hashoah (The Holocaust Scroll), which contains personal recollections of Holocaust survivors and is written in biblical style?
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