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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
Shavuot happens in the Hebrew month of
Question 2 of 10
For how many days is the Omer counted?
Question 3 of 10
In the book of Ruth, Ruth's mother-in-law is
Question 4 of 10
Sephardic Jews often read a version of this on Shavuot
Question 5 of 10
Some believe the Omer is a period of mourning for the students of
Question 6 of 10
Which introductory hymn to the Ten Commandments is only recited on Shavuot?
Question 7 of 10
True or False: One cannot get married on Lag B'Omer
Question 8 of 10
Which service(s) are recited on Shavuot?
Question 9 of 10
What type of decoration is traditionally found in the home and/or synagogue during Shavuot?
Question 10 of 10
This ceremony, marking completion of advanced years in religious school, is often held on Shavuot
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