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Rosh Chodesh Quiz

How much do you know about Rosh Chodesh?

Months in the Jewish calendar begin with a small celebration, known as Rosh Chodesh. Historically Rosh Chodesh was marked with a festive meal and the blowing of a shofar. Today Rosh Chodesh is commemorated with special prayers in synagogue.

How much do you know about Rosh Chodesh?

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Question 1 of 10
Yom Kippur Katan (Minor Yom Kippur) happens
Question 2 of 10
The initials (in Hebrew) for the words "Roshei Chadoshim" are "ReCHeM," which is the Hebrew word for:
Question 3 of 10
On Shabbat before Rosh Chodesh, why is an announcement made in synagogue about which day of the coming week the new moon will fall?
Question 4 of 10
True or false: Women’s Rosh Chodesh groups are always formed with the intention of discussing the previous week’s Torah portion.
Question 5 of 10
In the outdoor blessing of the moon, which of the following is NOT a synonym for God meaning “creator”?
Question 6 of 10
Among whom did Yom Kippur Katan originate?
Question 7 of 10
When was the first modem Rosh Chodesh ritual guide for women (Miriam's Well), published?
Question 8 of 10
True or False: Yom Kippur Katan is observed by most Jews today
Question 9 of 10
From the 16th to the early 20th centuries, the women of Eastern Europe wrote special Rosh Chodesh tekhines, which are
Question 10 of 10
Which piece of Jewish literature tells the story of the moon becoming smaller than the sun

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