The Story of Passover

Questions: 5

Grade: 5

Words: 123

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Once upon a time, the Israelites were slaves in Egypt. Longing for freedom, they were protected from the last of the ten plagues by marking their doors with lamb s blood. This event, known as Passover, is celebrated every year by Jewish communities. Families gather to share a special meal called the Seder, where each food symbolizes an aspect of the Exodus story. The Matzo, or unleavened bread, represents the haste in which the Israelites left Egypt. The Seder plate holds different items like bitter herbs for the hardships they faced. Children play an important part, asking questions about Passover and searching for the hidden afikomen. Lasting seven or eight days, depending on the community, Passover is a time of remembrance and joy.

Question 1

What event is celebrated every year by Jewish communities?

Easter

Hanukkah

Passover

Explanation. The text mentions that Passover, which commemorates the Israelites escape from slavery in Egypt, is celebrated every year by Jewish communities.

Purim

Christmas

Question 2

What does the Matzo, or unleavened bread, symbolize during the Seder?

The bitter herbs

The last of the ten plagues

The haste in which the Israelites left Egypt

Explanation. The text states that the Matzo, or unleavened bread, represents the haste in which the Israelites left Egypt.

The lamb s blood

The hardships the Israelites faced

Question 3

What is the name of the special meal shared during Passover?

Hanukkah dinner

Sabbath meal

Purim feast

Seder

Explanation. The text mentions that families gather to share a special meal called the Seder during Passover.

Kosher meal

Question 4

What do children search for during the Passover celebration?

Easter eggs

Hanukkah gelt

Purim gifts

Afikomen

Explanation. The text mentions that children play an important part in the Passover celebration by asking questions and searching for the hidden afikomen.