Lt. Joshua Sherwin, a Navy chaplain, at Yom Kippur services. (Gino A. Flores/U.S. Navy)
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Yom Kippur Quiz

How much do you know about the Day of Atonement?

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A day of fasting, prayer, and introspection, Yom Kippur is often considered the holiest day of the Jewish year. How much do you know about Yom Kippur?

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Question 1 of 10
True or False: Judaism teaches that human beings are basically sinful.
Question 2 of 10
According to Jewish law, at what age is a child is commanded to fast?
Question 3 of 10
The Kol Nidre service was developed to
Question 4 of 10
When is a tallit (prayer shawl) worn in the synagogue on Yom Kippur?
Question 5 of 10
On the afternoon of Yom Kippur, Jews traditionally read
Question 6 of 10
The Viddui is the
Question 7 of 10
When reciting the lists of sin, called the Viddui, it is customary for people to
Question 8 of 10
On Yom Kippur some people wear a special garment called a
Question 9 of 10
Traditionally, many people dress in white or light colors on Yom Kippur. Why?
Question 10 of 10
What custom, often held on Erev Yom Kippur, is meant to atone for one's personal sins?
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