Good Friday
How many times did Peter deny knowing Jesus before the rooster crowed?
Three times.
What was moved away from the entrance of Jesus’ tomb?
A large, heavy stone.
In the Garden of Gethsemane, which disciple drew his sword and cut off the ear of the high priest’s servant?
Simon Peter
What crown was placed on Jesus’ head by the soldiers to mock Him?
A crown of thorns.
What was the name of the place where Jesus was crucified, which means "The Place of the Skull"?
Golgotha (or Calvary)
For how many days did Jesus stay on Earth and appear to people after His resurrection before He ascended to Heaven?
40 days
After He rose from the dead, which disciple didn't believe it until he saw Jesus’ scars?
Thomas
This color is often used in churches on Easter Sunday because it represents purity, light, and joy.
White
According to the Gospel of Matthew, what happened to the earth the moment Jesus died?
There was an earthquake, and rocks were split.
When the women arrived at the tomb, who did they see sitting on the stone? And what did he tell them?
An angel.
"He is not here; He has risen!"
Who was the Roman governor who washed his hands to show he didn't want to be responsible for Jesus' death?
Pontius Pilate.
This object was used to punish Jesus, but today we see it as a symbol of God's love and the victory over death.
The Cross
What happened to the thick curtain (the veil) in the Temple when Jesus died?
It was torn in two from top to bottom.
Who were the first people to discover that Jesus was no longer in the tomb?
The women (Mary Magdalene and other Marys).
What was the name of the high priest who questioned Jesus before the council?
Caiaphas.
This animal is a famous Easter symbol because it reminds us that Jesus was "The ______ of God" who took away the sins of the world.
Lamb.
Which wealthy member of the council asked for Jesus’ body and placed it in his own new tomb?
Joseph of Arimathea.
After His resurrection, Jesus walked with two disciples on the road to which village, but they didn't recognize Him at first?
Emmaus.
Who was the man forced by the Roman soldiers to help Jesus carry His cross?
Simon of Cyrene.
Why do we use eggs as a symbol for Easter?
They represent new life (just as Jesus came out of the tomb, life comes out of an egg).