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.
- What miracle is celebrated during Hannukah?
- How many branches does a Hannukah menorah have?
- What game is traditionally played with a dreidel?
- What type of food are latkes?
- What does the word 'Hannukah' mean?
- What is the name of the special candle used to light the others?
- Which ancient group did the Maccabees defeat?
- What is spun during the Hannukah game?
- What are sufganiyot?
- How many nights is Hannukah celebrated?
- Which Hebrew letter on the dreidel means 'great'?
- What does the dreidel's 'Shin' letter stand for?
- In which month does Hannukah usually begin?
- What is the traditional Hannukah blessing over the candles called?
- Which language is the word 'dreidel' derived from?
- Which Jewish text tells the story of Hannukah?
- How many candles are lit on the first night of Hannukah?
- What color are the traditional Hannukah candles?
- What phrase is often used to wish someone a happy Hannukah?
- Which item is commonly given as gifts during Hannukah?
- What does the dreidel letter 'Nun' represent?
- What do people often sing during Hannukah?
- What is the typical material of a dreidel?
- What type of oil was used in the original Hannukah miracle?
- How many blessings are recited on the first night of Hannukah?
- Who was the leader of the Maccabees?
- What does the dreidel letter 'Hey' mean?
- Which Jewish month is Hannukah celebrated in?
- What do the letters on the dreidel stand for?
- Which type of food is commonly fried for Hannukah?
- What gift is often given during Hannukah?
- What is another name for Hannukah?
- What is used to light the Hannukah candles?
- How many total candles are used during Hannukah?
- What kind of coins are traditional Hannukah gelt made to resemble?
- How many branches does a menorah used during Hannukah have?
- Which candle is lit first on the menorah?
- What shape are sufganiyot traditionally?
- Which famous Jewish historian wrote about the Hannukah story?
- What type of dairy food is traditionally eaten during Hannukah?
- What is the central theme of Hannukah?
- Which holiday is closest in timing to Hannukah?
- What color is commonly associated with Hannukah decorations?
- What is the traditional greeting for Hannukah?
- Which Jewish group fought in the Maccabean Revolt?
- Which food is commonly served during Hannukah?
- Which holiday does Hannukah fall close to?
- In which country did the Maccabees' victory take place?
- What is a common blessing said during Hannukah?
- Which color are most traditional Hannukah decorations?
- What does the 'Shamash' candle do?
- Which sweet food is often enjoyed during Hannukah?
- What is traditionally hidden inside a piece of chocolate gelt?
- How many nights does Hannukah last?
- Which Jewish holiday is the first night of Hannukah closest to?
- Which event does Hannukah commemorate?
- What is the primary symbol of Hannukah?
- What holiday food is made from potatoes?
- What miracle is central to the Hannukah story?
- Which Jewish hero led the Maccabean Revolt?
- Which holiday food is deep-fried?
- What object is used to light the menorah candles?
- Which language is commonly spoken during Hannukah celebrations?
- What kind of oil is traditionally used in the menorah?
- What is the primary reason for eating fried foods during Hannukah?
- What is a popular traditional song sung during Hannukah?
- What is the purpose of the dreidel game?
- Which famous Jewish figure is associated with the story of Hannukah?
- Which food is a traditional treat eaten during Hannukah?
- In what month does Hannukah typically fall?
- What is the name of the special candle used to light other menorah candles?
- What is the typical gift given during Hannukah?
- What does the term 'Hannukah' mean in Hebrew?
- Which type of oil is most often used for lighting the menorah?
- Which animal is NOT associated with Hannukah traditions?
- What is often sung around the menorah during Hannukah?
- What traditional game is played with a spinning top during Hannukah?
- What does the letter 'Nun' on a dreidel represent?
- What color is most commonly associated with Hannukah decorations?
- What is the primary symbol of the Hannukah holiday?
- Who led the Maccabean Revolt celebrated during Hannukah?
- What is the name of the special prayer recited during Hannukah?
- What food is traditionally eaten during Hannukah to celebrate the miracle of oil?
- What is the menorah used for during Hannukah?
- How many candles does the menorah have in total?
- What color is the menorah traditionally?
- What is the name of the candle used to light other candles on the menorah?
- Which animal is traditionally associated with Hannukah decorations?
- What is the customary game played with a dreidel during Hannukah?
- What shape are the traditional Hannukah pastries?
- How long does the celebration of Hannukah last?
- Which holiday does Hannukah often overlap with?
- What is a common way to celebrate the first night of Hannukah?
- Which country has the world's largest public menorah?
- In what year did the Maccabees win their victory celebrated during Hannukah?
- What are the traditional colors of Hannukah decorations?
- What is the name of the Jewish holiday that comes just before Hannukah?
- Which Jewish holiday is known as the 'Festival of Lights'?