Quiz — הלכות כלים פרק ה

Question 1

When does a wooden bed or cradle first become susceptible to impurity?

Halacha 1: beds and cradles become susceptible when rubbed with fish skin, or when one decides not to rub them.

Question 2

Are the lyres used by Levites in the Temple susceptible to ritual impurity?

Halacha 2 distinguishes singers' lyres (susceptible) from Levite Temple lyres (pure).

Question 3

A trap for moles — is it susceptible to impurity?

Halacha 3: a mole trap is susceptible; a mouse trap is pure because it lacks a receptacle and vessel form.

Question 4

A palm-branch pocket for fresh dates — when is it susceptible to impurity?

Halacha 5: susceptible only if one places fruit inside and can remove it normally. If one must tear or undo it, or intends to discard the pocket, it is pure.

Question 5

Benches set up in inns with detachable legs in holes — are they susceptible to impurity?

Halacha 11: any seat that is portable but its legs are not carried with it is pure. Legs affixed with nails make it susceptible.

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