EASTER
HOW DID EASTER EGGS ORIGINATE FROM?
FROM A PAGAN TRADITION
What is the name of the mythical creature who is said to deliver Easter eggs and candy to children's homes?
Who is the Easter Bunny?
What flower is commonly associated with Easter because of its bloom time in spring?
The Easter Lily
Which candy is made from sugar, corn syrup, gelatin, and flavorings, and is often shaped like a colorful egg?
JELLYBEANS!
WHAT DAY/DATE DOES EASTER FALL ON IN THE YEAR OF 2024?
WHAT IS SUNDAY March 29, 2024
WHAT DO YOU TYPICALLY USE TO COLLECT EASTER EGGS?
AN EASTER BASKET
In what city does the largest Easter egg hunt in the world take place annually?
London, England
WHAT DO EASTER LILIES REPRESENT?
HOPE AND REBIRTH
WHAT COUNTRY DID THE IDEA OF THE EASTER BUNNY GIVING CANDY AND EGGS COME FROM?
GERMANY
What is the name of the traditional bread eaten on Easter, often sweetened and studded with raisins or currants?
Hot Cross Buns
WHO BROUGHT THE EASTER BUNNY TRADITION TO AMERICA?
GERMAN IMMIGRANTS
In many cultures, what color is often associated with Easter eggs to represent new life and growth?
What is green?
WHERE DID THE 1ST BLOOM OF EASTER LILIES ORIGINATE?
JAPAN
HOW MANY JELLY BEANS ARE MADE EACH YEAR FOR EASTER?
16 BILLION JELLY BEANS
What does the word "Easter" derive from?
It is believed to derive from Eostre, a pagan goddess of spring and fertility.
WHAT HOLIDAY DOES EASTER ALWAYS COMPETE WITH FOR CHOCOLATE SALES?
HALLOWEEN
How many eggs does the average hen lay in a year?
300
What flower, with its delicate petals and pastel hues, is often used in Easter decorations and arrangements?
Tulip
Which company introduced the first chocolate egg in 1875, which eventually led to the tradition of chocolate Easter eggs?
Cadbury
A traditional Easter food in Hungary
"húsvéti sonka," which is Easter ham. It is typically served glazed and baked, often accompanied by boiled eggs, horseradish sauce, and various side dishes like potato salad or fresh vegetables.
WHAT HOLIDAY DO PEOPLE TEND TO BUY THE MOST CANDY/CHOCOLATE?
EASTER
What is the recommended method for checking if an egg is safe to eat?
What is floating it in water? (If it sinks, it's safe; if it floats, it's not.)
What flower, known for its bright yellow color, is often associated with Easter due to its cheerful appearance and blooming season?
Daffodil or Narcissus
WHEN DID PEEPS BEGIN TO BE SOLD?
1950'S
WHICH SEASON STARTS IN EASTER?
SPRING