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Death and Mourning Quiz

What are the history and practical aspects of Jewish bereavement?

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Question 1 of 10
Yahrzeit is observed on
Question 2 of 10
The kaddish prayer is in what language?
Question 3 of 10
True or false: Jewish tradition has no laws against cremation.
Question 4 of 10
The person who hears of the death of a parent, spouse, sibling or child is referred to as what up until the funeral?
Question 5 of 10
How many Jews are required to be present during the recitation of the Mourner's Kaddish?
Question 6 of 10
Jewish caskets are traditionally made out of what material?
Question 7 of 10
Which of the following was the site of a Jewish mass suicide in the face of Roman conquerors?
Question 8 of 10
How is suicide treated in Jewish tradition?
Question 9 of 10
What is a shomer in the context of death and mourning?
Question 10 of 10
True or false: In Jewish law, a dying person is not afforded the same rights as a healthy person.

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