Modern Holidays Quiz

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Contemporary Jews observe holidays that commemorate events in recent Jewish history such as the Holocaust and the creation of the State of Israel.
How much do you know about modern Jewish holidays?

Question 1 of 10
What types of public venues in Israel are closed on Yom Hashoah?
Question 2 of 10
Often said on Yom Yerushalayim, ir shehubrah lah yahdai means
Question 3 of 10
The Chief Rabbinate of Israel decided this should be said on Yom Ha’atzmaut?
Question 4 of 10
What is the Hebrew date of the formal establishment of the State of Israel, and the day on which independence is celebrated?
Question 5 of 10
Original proposals for Yom HaShoah had it closer to the holiday of
Question 6 of 10
The Israeli Knesset declared that Yom Hazikaron should fall on what date every year?
Question 7 of 10
Yom Hazikaron is a memorial day for
Question 8 of 10
In the Second Temple period, what kind of holiday was Tu B’av?
Question 9 of 10
In modern times, Tu B’av slightly resembles what holiday in English-speaking countries?
Question 10 of 10
When is Yom Yerushalayim (Jerusalem Day) celebrated?
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