In which country does the President hold an Easter egg roll on the White House lawn?
The United States
What animal is an Easter bunny?
rabbit
In the Bible, who betrayed Jesus just before his crucifixion?
Judas
How many apostles did Jesus have?
12
What food is often avoided during Lent (the weeks before Easter)?
meat
Which country celebrates Easter Sunday first because of its time zone?
New Zealand
Besides bunnies, what animal is considered an Easter symbol?
A lamb
Who denied Jesus three times before he was crucified?
Peter
When was Jesus crucified?
around the year 30 or 33 AD
What is Friday before Easter called?
Good Friday
Which country started the tradition of the Easter bunny?
Germany
What is the official flower of Easter?
White Lily
Which day of Holy Week is to honour the Last Supper?
Holy Thursday
What was the name of the Roman ruler when Jesus was crucified?
Pontius Pilate
What is the most traditional way of dyeing Easter Eggs in Lithuania?
with wax / onions
Where is Easter Island located?
The Southeast Pacific / South America
Why are eggs a symbol of Easter in many cultures?
eggs represent new life
What is the Sunday before Easter Sunday called?
Palm Sunday
Which empire ruled over Jerusalem at the time of the first Easter?
The Roman Empire
Why does the date of Easter change every year?
Because it is based on the moon's cycle
Where was jesus crucified?
Golgotha, Jerusalem, Judaea, Roman Empire
Why are rabbits often connected with Easter?
They are symbols of fertility
What important event in does Easter celebrate?
Resurrection of Jesus
Why do some Orthodox Christians celebrate Easter on a different date?
Because they use the Julian calendar, not the Gregorian calendar.
What food do people in the UK often eat on Good Friday?
Hot cross buns