Purim Celebration Worksheet
A Grade 5 Social Studies worksheet focused on the Jewish holiday of Purim, its history, customs, and significance.
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Purim Celebration Worksheet
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Read each question carefully and answer to the best of your ability. This worksheet will test your knowledge of the Jewish holiday of Purim.
1. What book of the Bible tells the story of Purim?
Book of Genesis
Book of Esther
Book of Exodus
Book of Psalms
2. The evil vizier who plotted to destroy the Jewish people was named .
3. Queen Esther saved her people from Haman's plot with the help of her cousin, .
4. Describe two customs or traditions that are part of Purim celebrations today.
5. During Purim, it is customary to read the story of Esther from a scroll called the Megillah.
True
False
Match each Purim tradition with its description.
6. Mishloach Manot
a. Giving gifts of food to friends and family
7. Matanot La'Evyonim
b. Giving charity to the poor
8. Seudat Purim
c. A festive meal