EASTER
What is the primary significance of Easter for Latter-day Saints?
a) A time to celebrate the planting of seeds.
b) A time to reflect on the Resurrection of Christ.
c) A time to celebrate the birth of Jesus.
d) A time to honor the Easter Bunny.
b) A time to reflect on the Resurrection of Christ.
Why is the Sunday before the Resurrection called Palm Sunday?
a. Leading up to His death and resurrection, Jesus prayed with the palms of His hands facing Heaven.
b. When Jesus entered Jerusalem, people welcomed Him as Messiah by covering the road with their garments and palm branches.
c. The disciples made a crown of palm branches and placed it upon Jesus’ head.
d. A palm tree was planted as a prophetic symbol of Jesus’ death on a tree.
b. When Jesus entered Jerusalem, people welcomed Him as Messiah by covering the road with their garments and palm branches.
Which of the following is NOT a key aspect of the LDS understanding of Easter?
a) Jesus Christ's atoning sacrifice
b) The resurrection of Jesus Christ
c) The concept of a literal, physical resurrection
d) The celebration of the first Easter egg hunt
Answer: d)
a) Celebrating the birth of Jesus
b) Remembering the Resurrection of Jesus
c) Celebrating the arrival of spring
d) Commemorating the Last Supper
Answer: b) Remembering the Resurrection of Jesus
a) That death is final
b) That Jesus conquered death and opened the way for all mankind to be resurrected
c) That only a select few will be resurrected
d) That the Resurrection is a myth
Answer: b) That Jesus conquered death and opened the way for all mankind to be resurrected
Which scripture in the Book of Mormon directly mentions the Resurrection?
a) Alma 11:22
b) 3 Nephi 11:1-15
c) Alma 7:12
d) Ether 2:8
b) 3 Nephi 11:1-15
How many hours was Jesus on the cross?
a. 3 hours
b. 6 hours
c. 9 hours
d. 12 hours
b. 6 hours
In the LDS faith, what is the significance of Jesus Christ's resurrection?
a) It guarantees a place in heaven for all believers
b) It provides a way for all people to escape the consequences of sin
c) It demonstrates the power of God over death and the possibility of eternal life
d) It's a symbolic event with no real physical significance
Answer: c)
a) His baptism
b) His crucifixion
c) His ascension
d) His Resurrection
Answer: d) His Resurrection
a) The Atonement is a separate event from the Resurrection
b) The Atonement makes the Resurrection possible
c) The Resurrection is a result of the Atonement
d) Both Atonement and Resurrection are simply historical events
Answer: b) The Atonement makes the Resurrection possible and c) The Resurrection is a result of the Atonement
According to the Book of Mormon, how is Christ's Resurrection related to the great plan of happiness?
a) It's a direct replacement for the fall of Adam and Eve.
b) It's a necessary part of redemption from the fall.
c) It's a separate, independent event.
d) It only applies to the righteous.
b) It's a necessary part of redemption from the fall
Which disciple cut off the ear of the high priest’s servant in an attempt to protect Jesus from being taken as a prisoner?
a. John
b. James
c. Judas
d. Peter
d. Peter
According to the LDS scriptures, what does Jesus Christ's atoning sacrifice accomplish?
a) It washes away all sins committed by believers
b) It provides a means for all mankind to be forgiven of their sins
c) It allows people to be resurrected to physical life
d) It guarantees eternal life in the Celestial Kingdom
Answer: b)
a) It marks the beginning of a new life on Earth
b) It symbolizes the promise of eternal life through Christ
c) It is a time to reflect on earthly accomplishments
d) It is a time to celebrate the end of the year
Answer: b) It symbolizes the promise of eternal life through Christ
a) It is a standalone event with no broader significance
b) It is a key part of the plan of salvation, allowing for the resurrection of all mankind
c) It is a secondary event in the plan of salvation
d) It is primarily a celebration of human achievements
Answer: b) It is a key part of the plan of salvation, allowing for the resurrection of all mankind
How does the Church teach that Christ's Resurrection affects humanity?
a) It allows for the possibility of eternal life.
b) It establishes a new covenant.
c) It provides the key to attaining spiritual perfection.
d) All of the above.
Answer: d) All of the above.
After Jesus’ death, who took Jesus’ body away with Pilate’s permission?
a. Jesus’ mother, Mary
b. Nicodemus
c. Simon Peter
d. Joseph of Arimathea
d. Joseph of Arimathea
What is the main message LDS leaders convey about Easter?
a) It's a time to eat chocolate and decorate eggs
b) It's a time to celebrate the resurrection of Jesus Christ
c) It's a time to reflect on the atoning sacrifice of Jesus Christ
d) Both b and c
Answer: d)
a) With extravagant parties and celebrations
b) By attending special worship services focused on Jesus Christ
c) By hunting for chocolate eggs
d) With a week-long fast and repentance
Answer: b) By attending special worship services focused on Jesus Christ
a) Brigham Young
b) Joseph Smith
c) Gordon B. Hinckley
d) Spencer W. Kimball
Answer: d) Spencer W. Kimball