Easter Traditions in Ukraine
What is the name of the traditional decorated Easter egg in Ukraine?
Pysanka
Who betrayed Jesus for 30 pieces of silver?
Judas Iscariot
Does Easter bread look the same from country to country?
No, there different shapes and tastes
What animal is a common symbol of Easter, known for its fertility?
Bunny or rabbit
What is the name of the 40-day period before Easter?
Lent
What is the special Easter bread called in Ukraine?
Paska
What day of the week was Jesus resurrected?
Sunday
In which European country is the Easter tradition of throwing water on people popular?
Poland (also common in Ukraine)
What does the egg symbolize in Easter traditions?
New life and resurrection
What do we call the Sunday before Easter?
Palm Sunday
What do Ukrainians put into their Easter basket?
Bread, eggs, sausage, butter, etc.
Who found the empty tomb first?
Mary Magdalene
In which countries Easter is not celebrated?
China, Afghanistan, North Korea and other non - Christian countries
What do hot cross buns represent?
The cross of Jesus
Which emperor made Christianity the official religion of the Roman Empire?
Constantine
What is the greeting used on Easter in Ukraine?
“Христос Воскрес!” – “Воістину Воскрес!”
"Christ is risen!" - "He is risen indeed!"
How many days after the crucifixion did Jesus rise from the dead?
Three
What country is famous for its giant omelette tradition on Easter Monday?
France
What flower is most commonly associated with Easter?
Lily
What’s the name of the Jewish festival that often overlaps with Easter?
Passover (Pesach)
On what day do Ukrainians usually bring their baskets to church?
Holy Saturday or Easter Sunday morning
What was the name of the hill where Jesus was crucified?
Golgotha (also called Calvary)
In which country do people dress up as witches during Easter?
Sweden
Which color is traditionally associated with Easter Sunday?
White (symbolizing purity and resurrection)
In what century did Christians begin celebrating Easter?
2nd century