Holy Week
What day marks the beginning of Holy Week, when Jesus entered Jerusalem on a donkey?
Palm Sunday
What day marks the beginning of Lent?
Ash Wednesday
Where was Moses said to have been discovered as a baby? - full details needed
In a basket on the River Nile
The Pope
Who did David defend with just a sling shot and a stone?
Goliath
Jesus spent his last night with his disciples. What was this event known as
The Last Supper
Lent reflects the 40 days Jesus spent where before beginning his ministry?
Who found and raised Moses as her own son?
The Pharaoh's daughter
(Princess will be accepted)
What is the Jewish day of rest called?
The Sabbath
David committed a grave sin, which he regretted and caused him to try to be a better person. What was the sin?
He arranged to have a man killed by sending him into battle so he could take his wife
How did Judas betray Jesus?
He kissed him on the cheek to identify him to the authorities
What colour vestments are worn by priests during Lent?
Purple
What sea did Moses, with God’s help, do to the Red Sea?
He parted it (to lead the Israelites to safety)
What is the name of the Hindu belief in being reborn after death?
Reincarnation
Which army invaded Jerusalem?
The Roman army
How many Stations of the Cross tell the story of Jesus' crucifixion?
14
What word means “to be sorry for your sins and try to do better,” which is a key theme of Lent?
*starts with an R
Repent / Repentance
What did Moses received from God on Mount Sinai?
The Ten Commandments
Followers of Buddhism are trying to reach what state of perfect peace?
*hint: shares the same name as a famous band
Nirvana
What famous scared building was destroyed in Jerusalem in 587 BC?
Solomon's Temple
What Roman governor sentenced Jesus to be crucified?
Pontius Pilate
The three key practices of Lent are prayer, fasting and almsgiving. Finish the sentence:
Almsgiving means....
a) giving thanks to God for sacrificing his only son
b) giving to the poor
c) giving help to your neighbour during Lent
b) giving to the poor
Who was Zipporah?
Moses' wife
The Qu'ran is the holy book of which religion?
Islam
Who is the Messiah?
The chosen one who has come to save the people