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
The first official ceremony in Israel marking Yom Hazikaron took place at
Question 2 of 10
Which of these holidays does NOT begin on the 15th day of the Hebrew month in which it occurs?
Question 3 of 10
True or false: Yom Hazikaron, Yom Ha'atzmaut, and Yom Yerushalayim are always within the period of the Omer.
Question 4 of 10
Who do we remember on Yom Hazikaron?
Question 5 of 10
Yom Hazikaron is a memorial day for
Question 6 of 10
In the Second Temple period, what kind of holiday was Tu B’av?
Question 7 of 10
What types of public venues in Israel are closed on Yom Hashoah?
Question 8 of 10
In Israel, how does the transition from Yom Hazikaron to Yom Ha'atzmaut take place?
Question 9 of 10
Which poem commemorating Israel's dead has been traditionally read on Yom Hazikaron?
Question 10 of 10
Often said on Yom Yerushalayim, ir shehubrah lah yahdai means
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