25 Questions for Hanukkah Trivia Night

25 Questions for Hanukkah Trivia Night

Hanukkah is one of those holidays that lights up the darkest days of winter with warmth, joy, and a touch of magic. Known as the Festival of Lights, Hanukkah commemorates the rededication of the Second Temple in Jerusalem, when a one-day supply of oil miraculously burned for eight days. This eight-night celebration is filled with traditions that bring families together—lighting the menorah, playing dreidel, eating foods fried in oil (hello, latkes and sufganiyot!), and spending quality time.

But what if we add a little extra fun to your Hanukkah celebration this year? Imagine your family and friends gathering around for an exciting Hanukkah Trivia Night! It’s a perfect way to share laughs, learn some cool facts, and connect over the holiday.

Let’s dive into these 25 Hanukkah-themed trivia questions—organized to keep it fun and festive.

Want to dive deeper into the meaning and traditions of Hanukkah? Visit our Hanukkah Made Simple: Traditions, Tips, and Fun Facts page for everything you need to know.

Hanukkah Trivia Drag-and-Drop

Hanukkah Trivia Drag-and-Drop

Match (drag) the questions on the left to the correct answers on the right!


Questions

What does “Hanukkah” mean in Hebrew?
How many candles does a menorah hold?
What is the name of the candle used to light the others?
What traditional game is played during Hanukkah?
In what month is Hanukkah celebrated?
Who were the Maccabees revolting against?
Who led the Maccabean Revolt?
What year did the miracle of the oil occur?
How long did the Maccabean revolt last?
Which book tells the story of Hanukkah?
What type of oil is used to fry traditional Hanukkah foods?
What are the two most popular fried foods for Hanukkah?
What is the main ingredient in latkes?
What does frying in oil symbolize?
What is the Hebrew word for jelly-filled doughnuts?
What do the four letters on the dreidel stand for?
What are the letters on the dreidel?
What happens when you land on Gimel in the dreidel game?
Why was dreidel originally played?
What is usually used to bet in dreidel?
What comedian made “The Hanukkah Song” famous?
Which Friends character dressed as the “Holiday Armadillo”?
What animated movie tells a Hanukkah story?
What popular holiday toy was a hit during Hanukkah in 1998?
What is the Hebrew word for the special nine-branched Hanukkah menorah?

Answers

Dedication
Nine
Shamash
Dreidel
Kislev
The Seleucid Empire
Judah Maccabee
164 BCE
Three years
The Book of Maccabees
Olive oil
Latkes and sufganiyot
Potatoes
The miracle of the oil
Sufganiyot
“A great miracle happened there”
Nun, Gimel, Hei, Shin
You take the whole pot
To study Torah in secret
Chocolate coins (gelt)
Adam Sandler
Ross Geller
Eight Crazy Nights
Furby
Hanukkiah

Enjoy Hanukkah

Hanukkah is a time to celebrate resilience, miracles, and the joy of togetherness. A trivia night adds an engaging twist to the traditions, making it a memorable experience for everyone. Whether you’re playing to learn, win prizes, or simply laugh with loved ones, these questions are sure to bring light to your holiday. Happy Hanukkah! 🕎✨

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