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98 Fun Hannukah Trivia Questions With Answers

Ready to turn your Hanukkah gatherings into a trivia showdown 🕎🎉? These 98 questions are designed to entertain and educate, covering everything from the story of the Maccabees 🏺 to modern-day holiday customs 🎁. This trivia will keep everyone engaged and make your holiday even more memorable.

  1. What miracle is celebrated during Hannukah?
  2. How many branches does a Hannukah menorah have?
  3. What game is traditionally played with a dreidel?
  4. What type of food are latkes?
  5. What does the word 'Hannukah' mean?
  6. What is the name of the special candle used to light the others?
  7. Which ancient group did the Maccabees defeat?
  8. What is spun during the Hannukah game?
  9. What are sufganiyot?
  10. How many nights is Hannukah celebrated?
  11. Which Hebrew letter on the dreidel means 'great'?
  12. What does the dreidel's 'Shin' letter stand for?
  13. In which month does Hannukah usually begin?
  14. What is the traditional Hannukah blessing over the candles called?
  15. Which language is the word 'dreidel' derived from?
  16. Which Jewish text tells the story of Hannukah?
  17. How many candles are lit on the first night of Hannukah?
  18. What color are the traditional Hannukah candles?
  19. What phrase is often used to wish someone a happy Hannukah?
  20. Which item is commonly given as gifts during Hannukah?
  21. What does the dreidel letter 'Nun' represent?
  22. What do people often sing during Hannukah?
  23. What is the typical material of a dreidel?
  24. What type of oil was used in the original Hannukah miracle?
  25. How many blessings are recited on the first night of Hannukah?
  26. Who was the leader of the Maccabees?
  27. What does the dreidel letter 'Hey' mean?
  28. Which Jewish month is Hannukah celebrated in?
  29. What do the letters on the dreidel stand for?
  30. Which type of food is commonly fried for Hannukah?
  31. What gift is often given during Hannukah?
  32. What is another name for Hannukah?
  33. What is used to light the Hannukah candles?
  34. How many total candles are used during Hannukah?
  35. What kind of coins are traditional Hannukah gelt made to resemble?
  36. How many branches does a menorah used during Hannukah have?
  37. Which candle is lit first on the menorah?
  38. What shape are sufganiyot traditionally?
  39. Which famous Jewish historian wrote about the Hannukah story?
  40. What type of dairy food is traditionally eaten during Hannukah?
  41. What is the central theme of Hannukah?
  42. Which holiday is closest in timing to Hannukah?
  43. What color is commonly associated with Hannukah decorations?
  44. What is the traditional greeting for Hannukah?
  45. Which Jewish group fought in the Maccabean Revolt?
  46. Which food is commonly served during Hannukah?
  47. Which holiday does Hannukah fall close to?
  48. In which country did the Maccabees' victory take place?
  49. What is a common blessing said during Hannukah?
  50. Which color are most traditional Hannukah decorations?
  51. What does the 'Shamash' candle do?
  52. Which sweet food is often enjoyed during Hannukah?
  53. What is traditionally hidden inside a piece of chocolate gelt?
  54. How many nights does Hannukah last?
  55. Which Jewish holiday is the first night of Hannukah closest to?
  56. Which event does Hannukah commemorate?
  57. What is the primary symbol of Hannukah?
  58. What holiday food is made from potatoes?
  59. What miracle is central to the Hannukah story?
  60. Which Jewish hero led the Maccabean Revolt?
  61. Which holiday food is deep-fried?
  62. What object is used to light the menorah candles?
  63. Which language is commonly spoken during Hannukah celebrations?
  64. What kind of oil is traditionally used in the menorah?
  65. What is the primary reason for eating fried foods during Hannukah?
  66. What is a popular traditional song sung during Hannukah?
  67. What is the purpose of the dreidel game?
  68. Which famous Jewish figure is associated with the story of Hannukah?
  69. Which food is a traditional treat eaten during Hannukah?
  70. In what month does Hannukah typically fall?
  71. What is the name of the special candle used to light other menorah candles?
  72. What is the typical gift given during Hannukah?
  73. What does the term 'Hannukah' mean in Hebrew?
  74. Which type of oil is most often used for lighting the menorah?
  75. Which animal is NOT associated with Hannukah traditions?
  76. What is often sung around the menorah during Hannukah?
  77. What traditional game is played with a spinning top during Hannukah?
  78. What does the letter 'Nun' on a dreidel represent?
  79. What color is most commonly associated with Hannukah decorations?
  80. What is the primary symbol of the Hannukah holiday?
  81. Who led the Maccabean Revolt celebrated during Hannukah?
  82. What is the name of the special prayer recited during Hannukah?
  83. What food is traditionally eaten during Hannukah to celebrate the miracle of oil?
  84. What is the menorah used for during Hannukah?
  85. How many candles does the menorah have in total?
  86. What color is the menorah traditionally?
  87. What is the name of the candle used to light other candles on the menorah?
  88. Which animal is traditionally associated with Hannukah decorations?
  89. What is the customary game played with a dreidel during Hannukah?
  90. What shape are the traditional Hannukah pastries?
  91. How long does the celebration of Hannukah last?
  92. Which holiday does Hannukah often overlap with?
  93. What is a common way to celebrate the first night of Hannukah?
  94. Which country has the world's largest public menorah?
  95. In what year did the Maccabees win their victory celebrated during Hannukah?
  96. What are the traditional colors of Hannukah decorations?
  97. What is the name of the Jewish holiday that comes just before Hannukah?
  98. Which Jewish holiday is known as the 'Festival of Lights'?
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