Where was Jesus crucified?
Calvary or Golgotha
How many other men were hung on crosses with Jesus?
Two
Fill in the blank.
When Jesus died, his body was place in a _________ tomb.
Who discovered that the tomb was empty?
Mary Magdalene
How long was Jesus's body in the tomb?
3 days
When Mary looked into the empty tomb weeping, because she thought that someone had taken His body, how many angels appeared to her and asked her why she was weeping?
Two
Who did Mary Magdalene run to after she discovered that Jesus's tomb was empty?
Peter
When Peter looked into the tomb, he saw the linen clothes lying there, but the napkin that was about His head was not lying with the clothes. What did he notice about this napkin?
It was folded and off by itself.
True or false?
When Jesus was dying on the cross, there was a great earthquake.
True
After Jesus rose from the dead, he visited his disciples. One of the disciples wasn't there, and he didn't believe them when they told him they'd seen Jesus. He said he wouldn't believe until he saw the nail prints in His hands and thrust his hand into His side. Who was this "doubting" disciple?
Thomas
What crime was Jesus found guilty of, which is why he was crucified?
None
What criminal did the people choose to free, but they chose to crucify Jesus?
Barabas
What 3 words did Jesus last speak before he died on the cross?
It is finished.
How long did Jesus stay on Earth after his resurrection?
40 days
What was the inscription above the cross?
King of the Jews
What happened in the Temple as a sign that the death of Jesus had made a way for believers to directly approach God?
The veil was torn from top to bottom.
When Jesus entered Jerusalem, what animal was he riding on?
a donkey
What did people cover the road with when Jesus entered Jerusalem as a way of welcoming Him as King and Messiah?
Palm leaves
Complete the quote.
While on the cross, Jesus stated, "Father, forgive them, for they _______ ______ ________ _______ ______."
know not what they do.
30
When Jesus died, there was darkness in the land. How long did it last?
3 hours
A Roman soldier by the cross of Jesus made a statement at His death. What did he say?
"Truly this was the Son of God."
Whose tomb was Jesus's body placed in?
Joseph (a rich man, not his Earthly father)
When they came to take Jesus prisoner, which disciple cut off the ear of the high priest's servant in an attempt to protect Jesus?
Peter
Why do we celebrate Easter? What is so important about the resurrection of Christ?
It proves that He is the Son of God and our ONLY way to Heaven.