The Light of Hanukkah: History and Tradition Quiz

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The Light of Hanukkah: History and Tradition: a General level Holidays & Traditions quiz. Test your knowledge with 15 questions!
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Question 1
Which historical leader, also known as Epiphanes, attempted to suppress Jewish traditions during the Maccabean period?
A Alexander the Great
B Cyrus the Great
C Herod the Great
D Antiochus IV
Question 2
Which Jewish priest and hero led the revolt against the Seleucid Empire?
A Judah Maccabee
B Moses
C Aaron
D King David
Question 3
Which miracle is celebrated during Hanukkah regarding the temple oil?
A The oil never ran dry
B The oil turned into wine
C The oil cleansed the temple
D The oil burned for eight days
Question 4
How many branches does the standard Hanukkah menorah, or hanukkiah, possess?
A Twelve
B Nine
C Seven
D Ten
Question 5
Which central candle is used to light all the other candles on the hanukkiah?
A The Menorah
B The Ner Tamid
C The Shamash
D The Yad

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