Easter Traditions
What is the name of the Sunday before Easter?
Palm Sunday
What animal is a common symbol of Easter and is known for delivering eggs?
The Easter Bunny
In which country did the tradition of the Easter Bunny originate?
Germany
In which country is the "Easter Bilby" sometimes used instead of the Easter Bunny?
Australia
What is the most popular Easter treat in Australia?
Chocolate Eggs
What is the largest mammal in the world?
The blue whale
What is the school motto?
Plus Ultra
Which flower is traditionally associated with Easter?
Lily
What do people often decorate and hide for Easter?
Eggs
What is the significance of Easter in Christianity?
It celebrates the resurrection of Jesus Christ
In which country do people celebrate Easter with a large bonfire called "Osterfeuer"?
Germany
How many chocolate eggs are produced each year for Easter? (give an estimate)
Over 90 million
How many continents are there on Earth?
Seven
Mrs Arnold, Ms Saffery, Mrs Bolton
What is the traditional Easter meal in many countries?
Lamb
What type of bread is traditionally eaten on Good Friday?
Hot cross buns
What Jewish festival is closely linked to the timing of Easter?
Passover
In which country is the Easter tradition of "egg rolling" popular?
United States - the White House Egg Roll
Which country is the largest producer of Easter lilies?
Japan
What is the chemical symbol for gold?
Au
Where is lost property located?
Behind Cafe45
What is the name of the week leading up to Easter?
Holy Week
What colour is most commonly associated with Easter?
Purple
Which Roman emperor declared Easter a public holiday?
Constantine the Great
In which country do people dress up as witches and go door-to-door for treats on Easter?
Sweden
In metres, what is the world record for the largest chocolate Easter egg?
10.9 metres tall!
Which planet is known as the "Red Planet"?
Mars
How many tennis courts does the campus have?
10
What is the name of the day that commemorates the crucifixion of Jesus?
Good Friday
What plant, often used in Easter decorations, symbolises peace and victory?
Palm branches
In what year was the first recorded celebration of Easter?
325 AD
Bermuda
How many jelly beans are consumed in the U.S. each Easter? (give an estimate)
Over 16 billion
What is the largest ocean on Earth?
The Pacific Ocean
What are the names of ALL the Form Class teachers?
Mr Bygraves
Mrs O'Donnell
Mr Kleiss
Ms Murphy
Ms Thomas
Ms Hetherington
Ms Perera
Ms McLeish
Mr Ceccato
Mr Moor