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 Mishnah teaches that on the 15th of Av, the daughters of Jerusalem would wear
Question 2 of 10
In Israel, which of these is always true?
Question 3 of 10
True or False: It is common to light memorial candles on Yom HaShoah
Question 4 of 10
When does Yom Hashoah take place?
Question 5 of 10
The Chief Rabbinate of Israel decided this should be said on Yom Ha’atzmaut?
Question 6 of 10
When is Yom Hashoah, in relation to other holidays on the Jewish calendar?
Question 7 of 10
The first siddur to include a prayer for the government is from
Question 8 of 10
What poem, by Nathan Alterman, has been a common reading for Yom Hazikaron ceremonies?
Question 9 of 10
What was the event that precipitated the celebration of Yom Yerushalayim?
Question 10 of 10
True or false: Yom Hazikaron, Yom Ha'atzmaut, and Yom Yerushalayim are always within the period of the Omer.
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