Bible
This animal was ridden by Jesus during his entry into Jerusalem.
What is a Donkey (or colt)
This Easter Bunny is known for “hopping down the bunny trail” in a popular song.
Who is Peter Cottontail?
This is the denomination Maddie grew up in.
What is Lutheran
This type of famous pizza was invented in Chicago.
What is deep dish pizza
This day in April is known for pranks.
What is April Fools Day (or April 1st)
Peter denied Jesus this many times before the rooster crowed.
What is three
This popular marshmallow candy comes in chick and bunny shapes.
What are Peeps?
This is the name of Maddie's confirmation Saint.
Who is Saint Monica
The Great Chicago Fire occurred in this year (exact year only)
What is 1871
This is what spring often symbolizes.
What is renewal (or new life or rebirth)
The Romans placed a robe of this color on Jesus while mocking him.
What is purple
This flower is closely associated with Easter
What is the Easter lily?
These are the names of Maddie’s brothers.
Who are Hayden and Payton
This is the real name of the iconic bean-shaped sculpture in Millennium Park, reflects the city skyline.
What is "Cloud Gate"
On this date in 2026, the vernal equinox marked the first day of spring in the Northern Hemisphere.
March 20, 2026
The Gospels name this man who carried the cross for Christ.
Who is Simon (of Cyrene)
Frequently ranked number one in sales, this is the most popular Easter candy.
What are Reese’s Peanut Butter Eggs?
This is the name of Maddie’s high school.
What is Lakeside Lutheran High School
This famous Chicago alcohol was used as a medicinal “cure-all” during Prohibition.
What is Malort
In this country, cherry blossoms symbolize the beginning of spring.
What is Japan
This high priest’s servant had his ear cut off by Peter in the Garden of Gethsemane.
Who is Malchus
This sweet cross-marked bun is traditionally eaten on Good Friday.
What is a hot cross bun?
This book of the Bible is where Maddie’s favorite verse can be found.
What is Proverbs
This is the approximate length in miles of Chicago’s Lakefront Path (exact answer only)
What is 18.5 miles
This process describes how plants grow from seeds in spring.
What is germination