Interior of the Portuguese Sephardic Synagogue of Amsterdam, The Netherlands
The Portuguese Sephardic Synagogue of Amsterdam. (Getty Images)
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Sephardic Judaism Quiz

Sephardic Jews have a rich history, and over time they have developed their own traditions, customs, and laws.

Sephardic Jews have a rich history, and over time they have developed their own traditions, customs, and laws. How much do you know about Sephardic Jewry?

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Question 1 of 10
The Sephardic pronunciation of the Hebrew word for Sabbath is
Question 2 of 10
Which of these is a notable feature of some Sephardic Torah scrolls?
Question 3 of 10
Sephardic and Ashkenazi Jews are the only Jewish ethnicities.
Question 4 of 10
At what point in the service do Sephardic Jews display the Torah scroll to the congregation?
Question 5 of 10
Which of the following is not one of the three main classifications of Jews?
Question 6 of 10
True/False: A Sephardic custom is not to name a child after a living relative.
Question 7 of 10
A Sephardic custom turns which of the following rituals into a joyful party?
Question 8 of 10
How many days do Sephardim say selichot before the High Holidays?
Question 9 of 10
Which of the following is a Sephardic custom for the Passover seder?
Question 10 of 10
On Passover Sephardic halakhah allows one to eat which of the following foods?

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