Greek Easter Traditions
What do Greek people say instead of “Happy Easter”?
They say "Christ is Risen!" ("Christos Anesti!")
What are the decorated Easter eggs called in Lithuanian?
Margučiai
In which country is Easter celebrated by eating chocolate eggs and bunnies?
The UK/The USA
In what season is Easter celebrated?
Spring.
What color are the Easter eggs in Greece?
Red
What fun game do children play with Easter eggs?
Egg tapping or rolling
In Sweden, which other holiday has a tradition where children wear costumes and go door-to-door, similar to Easter?
Halloween
A sweet treat made from cocoa, often given as Easter candy or in the form of Easter eggs?
Chocolate
What do people do with the red eggs in Greece?
They play a game where they tap the eggs together.
What do Lithuanian children wait for on Easter morning?
Easter Granny (Velykų Senelė) who brings eggs!
What animal is often seen in Easter parades in Spain?
The Easter Bunny
A small rabbit, often associated with Easter and giving Easter eggs. How do we call it?
Bunny.
What is the special Easter bread called in Greece?
Tsoureki
What natural things do people sometimes use to dye eggs?
Onion skins, plants, or beet juice
Why do people in many countries light candles on Easter night?
To symbolize the light of Christ and the hope that Easter brings.
What is an egg hunt?
A game where children search for hidden eggs, often filled with treats or candy, usually done during Easter.
What do Greek people do on Easter Saturday night?
They go to church with candles and celebrate at midnight.
What is the name of the traditional Lithuanian Easter pie?
Velykų Boba (Easter Granny)
Why do children in Poland splash water on Easter Monday?
It's a fun tradition for good luck, called "Śmigus-Dyngus.
A special event with people walking or marching, often with music and costumes, to celebrate something?
Parade