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Shavuot Quiz

How much do you know about this spring holiday?

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Shavuot began as a harvest festival, but it also commemorates the revelation at Sinai and the giving of the Torah. Traditions of the holiday include eating dairy, nighttime learning, and decorating houses and synagogues with plant life.
How much do you know about this spring holiday?

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Question 1 of 10
Which introductory hymn to the Ten Commandments is only recited on Shavuot?
Question 2 of 10
The ritual of upsheren, associated with Lag Ba'Omer, involves:
Question 3 of 10
Which of these holidays occurs during the counting of the Omer?
Question 4 of 10
Which is NOT a reason that we eat dairy products on Shavuot?
Question 5 of 10
Shavuot is also called Hag Habikkurim, which means
Question 6 of 10
True or False: One cannot get married on Lag B'Omer
Question 7 of 10
What is the date given in the Torah for celebrating Shavuot?
Question 8 of 10
The tomb of Simeon bar Yohai, a noted figure connected to Lag B'Omer, is located in
Question 9 of 10
In the book of Ruth, Ruth's mother-in-law is
Question 10 of 10
What food(s) are very popular to eat on Shavuot?
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