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Modern Holidays Quiz

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?

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Question 1 of 10
In Israel, which of these is always true?
Question 2 of 10
When is Yom Hashoah, in relation to other holidays on the Jewish calendar?
Question 3 of 10
What poem, by Nathan Alterman, has been a common reading for Yom Hazikaron ceremonies?
Question 4 of 10
Yom Hazikaron takes place the day before which holiday?
Question 5 of 10
In Israel, how does the transition from Yom Hazikaron to Yom Ha'atzmaut take place?
Question 6 of 10
The first official ceremony in Israel marking Yom Hazikaron took place at
Question 7 of 10
Which of these holidays does NOT begin on the 15th day of the Hebrew month in which it occurs?
Question 8 of 10
The Chief Rabbinate of Israel decided this should be said on Yom Ha’atzmaut?
Question 9 of 10
What is the origin of Tu B'Av?
Question 10 of 10
In the Second Temple period, what kind of holiday was Tu B’av?

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