Hannukah Flashcards
(5 cards)
1
Q
What is Hanukkah?
A
Hanukkah is a significant Jewish holiday celebrated for eight days.
2
Q
Why does Hanukkah last for eight days?
A
It lasts eight days because it celebrates a miracle when oil lasted longer than expected.
3
Q
What do we light during Hanukkah?
A
We light a menorah, a special candle holder with eight candles plus one extra called the shamash.
4
Q
Why do we eat fried foods during Hanukkah?
A
We eat fried foods like potato pancakes and jelly doughnuts to remember the miracle of the oil.
5
Q
What’s the game we play during Hanukkah?
A
We play a game called dreidel. It’s like a spinning top with Hebrew letters on it.
