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
Which poem commemorating Israel's dead has been traditionally read on Yom Hazikaron?
Question 2 of 10
What is the National Bible Quiz?
Question 3 of 10
When is Yom Hashoah, in relation to other holidays on the Jewish calendar?
Question 4 of 10
What is the Hebrew date of the formal establishment of the State of Israel, and the day on which independence is celebrated?
Question 5 of 10
In Israel, how does the transition from Yom Hazikaron to Yom Ha'atzmaut take place?
Question 6 of 10
The Chief Rabbinate of Israel decided this should be said on Yom Ha’atzmaut?
Question 7 of 10
What is the origin of Tu B'Av?
Question 8 of 10
What is Israel’s independence day called?
Question 9 of 10
In Israel, which of these is always true?
Question 10 of 10
In the Second Temple period, what kind of holiday was Tu B’av?
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