Sound the Shofar!

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Quiz Questions

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The shofar is the Jewish trumpet traditionally made from the _____of a ram.
- A.
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  Hooves
- B.
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  Horns
- C.
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  Tail
- D.
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  Jaw
2.
The first shofar was made by _____.
- A.
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  Adam
- B.
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  Noah
- C.
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  Abraham
- D.
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  Moses
3.
The first shofar was to be blown atop which mountain?
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  Mt. Carmel
- B.
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  Mt. Sinai
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  Mount of Olives
- D.
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  Mt. Hermon
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The second shofar was meant to be blown at what time?
- A.
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  Following the construction of the Holy Temple
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  During the Battle of Jericho
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  After the destruction of the Second Temple
- D.
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  On Judgment Day
5.
On which Jewish holiday can the shofar traditionally be heard?
- A.
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  Rosh Hashanah
- B.
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  Sukkot
- C.
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  Purim
- D.
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  Hanukkah
6.
Three sounds are made on the shofar. The first is called tekiah and is a long, smooth blast to announce the coming of the _____.
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  Morning
- B.
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  Prophet Elijah
- C.
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  King
- D.
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  Night
7.
Shevarim is the name of the second shofar sound, meaning “broken” in Hebrew. It is the sound of _____.
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  Broken glass
- B.
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  Weeping
- C.
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  Singing
- D.
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  Laughter
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The final type of shofar sound is called teruah, which symbolizes what?
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  Joy
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  Anger
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  Reflection
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  Worship
9.
While the shofar is traditionally made from a ram’s horn, it can also be crafted from the horn of any kosher animal, except for the _____.
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  Cow
- B.
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  Deer
- C.
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  Goat
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  Sheep
10.
The final shofar blast, called a tekiah gedolah, is made both at the end of the Rosh Hashanah service and at the conclusion of which other Jewish holiday?
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  Yom Kippur
- B.
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  Tu B'Shvat
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  Tisha B'Av
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  Shavuot

Quiz Outcomes

1.
Great Effort! You are a Ruth!
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You are a Ruth, the young Moabite woman who dedicated herself to following and knowing more about the God of Israel. Like Ruth, you are a pilgrim, just starting out on the path to becoming more knowledgeable about Judaism and its traditions and holy observances. Thank you for taking our quiz. Scroll below to see the answers. Explore the multifaceted meanings of the shofar and what its various sounds call us to do. Learn how this ancient instrument has served in Jewish worship throughout history by downloading this complimentary issue of our Fellowship Study.
2.
Well Done! You are an Ezra!
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You are an Ezra, the leader who led the spiritual renewal and education of the Israelites when they returned to the Holy Land after 70 years in exile. Like Ezra, you have a thirst for knowledge and are dedicated to learning more about the Jewish traditions and holy days. Thank you for taking our quiz. Scroll below to see the answers. Explore the multifaceted meanings of the shofar and what its various sounds call us to do. Learn how this ancient instrument has served in Jewish worship throughout history by downloading this complimentary issue of our Fellowship Study.
3.
Congratulations! You are a Deborah!
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You are a Deborah, one of the judges chosen by God to lead and teach the people of Israel. Like Deborah, you are a true student of the Bible, dedicated to learning more about the ancient rituals, traditions, and holy observances in Judaism. Thank you for taking our quiz. Scroll below to see the answers. Explore the multifaceted meanings of the shofar and what its various sounds call us to do. Learn how this ancient instrument has served in Jewish worship throughout history by downloading this complimentary issue of our Fellowship Study.
4.
Outstanding! You are a Solomon!
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You are a true Solomon, considered the wisest man to ever walk the earth! Like Solomon, you are well-versed in Jewish traditions. Thank you for taking our quiz. Scroll below to see the answers. Explore the multifaceted meanings of the shofar and what its various sounds call us to do. Learn how this ancient instrument has served in Jewish worship throughout history by downloading this complimentary issue of our Fellowship Study.