When did Hanukkah first become an official Jewish holiday? What foods are traditionally associated with this holiday and why? What month of the Jewish calendar is Hanukkah celebrated? How many candles does a menorah have? What does the word “Hanukkah” actually mean? Why is giving gifts associated with this holiday? What is the name of chocolate coins children receive during this holiday? What game can you play to win these candies and other small trinkets?
Whether you’re Jewish, Christian, or unobservant of any religion, these Hanukkah trivia questions and answers are guaranteed to provide your brain some exercise and enlighten you about this ancient Hebrew festival. In fact, it wasn’t always as popular as it is now. Maybe you can tell your trivia team how Hanukkah became so popular in the United States over the last few decades. History buffs and celebrants unite in order to conquer these tricky Hanukkah questions!
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