Easter True or False
True or False: In Australia, the Easter Bilby is promoted instead of the Easter Bunny.
True. The Easter Bilby is native and endangered, and the campaign raises awareness while replacing rabbits, which are considered pests.
What event does Easter celebrate in Christianity?
a) The birth of Jesus
b) The Last Supper
c) The resurrection of Jesus
d) The ascension of Jesus
c) The resurrection of Jesus
Which famous chocolate company introduced its first chocolate Easter egg on April 1st, 1873?
a. Cadburyn
b. Hershey's
c. Lindtn
d. Ferrero Rocher
a. Cadbury - On April 1st, 1873, Cadbury introduced its first chocolate Easter egg, revolutionizing the Easter confectionery market.
What does the term "Easter" originate from?
a) A Roman festival
b) A Germanic goddess
c) A Hebrew word
d) A Greek myth
b) A Germanic goddess
What is the bunny a symbol of in many cultures?
a) Fertility
b) The countryside
a) Fertility
Fun fact: The bunny symbolizes fertility due to its high reproduction rate!
How did Easter Island get its name?
a) It was discovered on Easter Sunday, 1772
b) They accidentally made Easter eggs that became famous
a) It was discovered on Easter Sunday, 1772
True or False: In France, a giant omelette is cooked in the town square on Easter Monday.
True. In Bessières, locals prepare a massive omelette using thousands of eggs.
What is the 40-day period before Easter called?
a) Advent
b) Lent
c) Passover
d) Pentecost
b) Lent
Which of these is a common Easter tradition?
a) Trick-or-treating
b) Decorating eggs
c) Carving pumpkins
d) Wearing costumes
b) Decorating eggs
What is the name of the disciple who doubted Jesus’ resurrection?
a) Thomas
b) Matthew
c) Simon
d) Andrew
a) Thomas
What is a popular tradition for Christian children on Easter?
a) Hunting for eggs
b) Going fishing
a) Hunting for eggs
Fun fact: The egg hunt represents finding new life, linked to the resurrection of Jesus.
Which bunny is known for saying: "What's up, Doc?"
a) Roger Rabbit
b) Bugs Bunny
b) Bugs Bunny
True or False: The Easter Bunny originated in England.
False. The tradition began in Germany.
Which flower is considered the traditional flower of Easter?
a) Rose
b) Lily
c) Tulip
d) Sunflower
b) Lily
What does the Easter egg symbolize?
a) Good luck
b) Renewal and new life
c) Prosperity
d) Friendship
b) Renewal and new life
What traditional Easter cake is made with almonds and a layer of marzipan?
a) Carrot cake
b) Simnel cake
c) Lemon drizzle cake
d) Victoria sponge
b) Simnel cake
What is a female rabbit called?
a) A bunny
b) A doe
b) A doe
True or False: In Poland, Easter Monday is known as Wet Monday and involves water fights.
True. Known as Śmigus-Dyngus, it is a playful custom believed to bring good luck.
Which animal is commonly associated with Easter?
a) Chicken
b) Lamb
c) Rabbit
d) Deer
c) Rabbit
What is the Friday before Easter Sunday called?
a) Maundy Friday
b) Ash Friday
c) Good Friday
d) Holy Friday
c) Good Friday
What is the name of the Easter candle lit during Easter services in churches?
a) Advent Candle
b) Paschal Candle
c) Resurrection Candle
d) Eternal Light
b) Paschal Candle
Which movie starring Judy Garland has 'Easter' in its title?
a) The Easter Bunny is Coming to Town
b) Easter Parade
b) Easter Parade
True or False: Chocolate eggs were first made in Switzerland.
False. They first appeared in France and Germany in the 19th century.
What day of the week is Easter always celebrated on?
a) Friday
b) Saturday
c) Sunday
d) Monday
c) Sunday
Which apostle betrayed Jesus?
a) Peter
b) Judas
c) John
d) James
b) Judas
What is the Monday after Easter called?
a) Easter Monday
b) Resurrection Monday
c) Ascension Monday
d) Holy Monday
a) Easter Monday
What color does the Christian Church traditionally use during Easter?
a) White
b) Yellow
a) White
Fun fact: White symbolizes purity, joy, and resurrection.
True or False: In Haiti, Easter is celebrated with colourful kite flying.
True. Kite flying symbolizes joy and freedom.
What is the name of the Sunday before Easter?
a) Good Friday
b) Holy Thursday
c) Palm Sunday
d) Maundy Thursday
c) Palm Sunday
What color is most associated with Easter?
a) Blue
b) Yellow
c) Purple
d) Green
c) Purple
True or False: In the United States, the White House hosts an annual Easter Egg Roll.
True. The White House Easter Egg Roll dates back to 1878.
Which country started the tradition of the Easter Bunny?
a) Germany
b) Brazil
a) Germany
Fun fact: The tradition of the "Osterhase" or Easter Hare dates back to 17th-century Germany!
True or False: In Italy, children dress as witches for Easter.
False. This tradition belongs to Sweden.
Which country is believed to have started the tradition of the Easter Bunny?
a) England
b) Germany
c) France
d) Italy
b) Germany
Which bird’s egg is commonly used for Easter egg decoration?
a) Duck
b) Pigeon
c) Chicken
d) Quail
c) Chicken
True or False: In Germany, Easter trees are decorated with hanging eggs.
True. These trees are known as Ostereierbaum.
What does the term 'Pentecost' refer to?
a) The seventh Sunday after Easter
b) A British park where kids roll Easter eggs
a) The seventh Sunday after Easter
True or False: Hot cross buns are traditionally eaten on Good Friday in many English-speaking countries.
True. The cross represents the crucifixion.
Which of these is NOT a traditional Easter food?
a) Hot cross buns
b) Chocolate eggs
c) Turkey
d) Lamb
c) Turkey
Which part of the Bible tells the story of Jesus' resurrection?
a) Genesis
b) Psalms
c) The Gospels
d) Revelation
c) The Gospels
True or False: In Greece, red eggs are used instead of chocolate ones.
True. Red eggs symbolize the blood of Christ.
Name two sweet foods commonly eaten at Easter.
a) Candyfloss and sour plums
b) Chocolate and marshmallows
b) Chocolate and marshmallows
True or False: In Norway, people read crime novels during Easter.
True. This tradition is called Påskekrim.
What is the name of the meal Jesus had with his disciples before his crucifixion?
a) The First Feast
b) The Lord’s Dinner
c) The Last Supper
d) The Final Meal
c) The Last Supper
What is the name of the Jewish holiday that sometimes coincides with Easter?
a) Yom Kippur
b) Hanukkah
c) Passover
d) Rosh Hashanah
c) Passover
True or False: The Easter Bunny lays eggs.
False. It is a symbolic tradition.
How long does it take to boil an egg?
a) 7 minutes
b) 17 minutes
a) 7 minutes
True or False: In Spain, Easter is celebrated with giant chocolate sculptures.
False. Spain is known for solemn religious processions during Holy Week.
What type of egg is the most famous luxury Easter egg?
a) Gold Egg
b) Fabergé Egg
c) Silver Egg
d) Diamond Egg
b) Fabergé Egg
In which city was Jesus crucified?
a) Rome
b) Nazareth
c) Jerusalem
d) Bethlehem
c) Jerusalem
True or False: In El Salvador, streets are decorated with colourful designs for Easter.
True. Coloured sawdust carpets are created to honour Holy Week.
In popular folklore, what are you supposed to wear at Easter?
a) New clothes
b) New watch
a) New clothes