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Jewish holidays are mainly in commemoration of important moments in Jewish history, from the exodus from Egypt to the founding of the State of Israel. These holidays are scheduled on the Jewish calendar, not the Gregorian calendar. Some Jews also celebrate secular and Christian holidays, to varying extents. How much do you know about holidays?

Question 1 of 10
True or false: The celebration of national civic or secular holidays such as Flag Day, Memorial Day, and Independence Day is forbidden by new rabbinic teachings because these holidays are of non-Jewish descent.
Question 2 of 10
Which is the proper order for the first four Hebrew months of the year, starting with Tishrei?
Question 3 of 10
Which is a major symbol of Sukkot?
Question 4 of 10
Which holiday is NOT a pilgrimage holiday?
Question 5 of 10
What is Israel’s independence day called?
Question 6 of 10
In Israel, which holiday is celebrated for two days?
Question 7 of 10
Shemini Atzeret and Simchat Torah come at the end of which holiday?
Question 8 of 10
What occasion does Tu Bishvat mark?
Question 9 of 10
Rosh Chodesh marks which of these?
Question 10 of 10
True or false: In Western Europe in the 18th and 19th centuries, holiday symbols--such as the Christmas tree--signified secular inclusion in society for the Jewish elite.
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