Minor Fasts Quiz

How much do you know about these days of mourning?

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The four minor fasts on the Jewish calendar commemorate tragedies in Jewish history such as the murder of Gedaliah, the Jewish governor of Judah, and the breach of the walls around Jerusalem in 70 CE.

How much do you know about these days?

Question 1 of 10
Minor fasts last from...
Question 2 of 10
None of the four minor fast days can occur
Question 3 of 10
Which of the following is a traditional custom associated with minor fast days?
Question 4 of 10
What anniversary does the Tenth of Tevet mark?
Question 5 of 10
Some people fast on the 7th day of Adar, which is believed to be...
Question 6 of 10
Who does the Fast of Gedaliah honor?
Question 7 of 10
Which of these events happened, according to the Mishnah, on the 17th of Tammuz?
Question 8 of 10
Which minor fast day is mentioned in the Torah?
Question 9 of 10
The 17th of Tammuz marks the beginning of
Question 10 of 10
What does the Fast of Esther commemorate?
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