Holy Week
What animal was Jesus riding on when He entered Jerusalem?
donkey
Most Americans bite off which part of the chocolate bunny first?
the ears
The first Easter eggs were dyed which color?
red to represent the blood of Christ
What was written on a sign hung on the cross?
Jesus, King of the Jews
Who was the first person to see the risen Christ?
Mary Magdalene
What was the Jewish feast that was being celebrated the week Jesus was crucified?
Passover
What flavor jelly bean is the most popular?
What is the most popular Easter tradition?
At his crucifixion, what did the soldiers cast lots for?
Who wanted to see the imprint of the nails before he would believe that it was Jesus?
How many pieces of silver did Judas trade the life of Jesus for?
30
What is the most popular Easter candy in the United States? Jellybeans, Peeps, chocolate bunnies
Peeps (600 million)
The Sunday before Easter is called what?
Palm Sunday
When Jeus died, darkness covered the land for how long?
3 hours
Who rolled the stone away from the tomb?
angels
kiss on his cheek
How many jellybeans to Americans eat each year? 10 million, 13 million, or 16 million
16 million
Besides bunnies, which animal is considered a symbol of Easter?
After Jesus died, what happened at the temple to show that believers could approach God on their own?
veil was torn from top to bottom
How many days was Jesus on earth after His resurrection until his ascension into heaven?
40 days
Which Old Testament prophet prophesized about Jesus' death and resurrection?
Isaiah
What has been voted the worst Easter candy for the last several years?
Cadbury creme egg
What flower is considered an Easter symbol?
lily
What were Jesus' last words on the cross?
My God, My God, why have You forsaken Me?
The Holy Spirit