Family Easter Celebrations

• Question 1 out of 10

  What is the name of the Sunday that commemorates Jesus’ triumphal entry into Jerusalem, marking the start of Holy Week?

  Palm Sunday is celebrated the Sunday before Easter. The crowd waved palm branches to honor Jesus as he entered Jerusalem.

  Good Friday

  Palm Sunday

  Easter Sunday

  Ash Wednesday

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• Question 2 out of 10

  What event does Easter celebrate?

  Easter commemorates Jesus rising from the dead on the third day after his crucifixion, symbolizing hope and eternal life.

  Birth of Jesus

  Last Supper

  Resurrection of Jesus

  Baptism of Jesus

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• Question 3 out of 10

  When was the first official White House Easter Egg Roll held?

  President Rutherford B. Hayes hosted the first Easter Egg Roll on the White House lawn, a tradition continuing annually.

  1920

  1776

  1963

  1878

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• Question 4 out of 10

  Which Gospel most significantly records Mary Magdalene visiting the empty tomb?

  While all four Gospels describe the Resurrection, Matthew specifically highlights Mary Magdalene’s visit first.

  Mark

  Matthew

  Luke

  John

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• Question 5 out of 10

  According to the Gospels, who was the first person to see Jesus after His resurrection?

  Mary Magdalene visited the tomb early on the first Easter morning and was the first to witness the risen Christ.

  Mary Magdalene

  Peter

  John the Apostle

  Thomas

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• Question 6 out of 10

  What term describes the 50-day period following Easter, culminating in Pentecost?

  Eastertide is the liturgical season beginning on Easter Sunday and lasting 50 days, celebrating the Resurrection and the growth of the early Church.

  Advent

  Epiphany

  Eastertide

  Lent

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• Question 7 out of 10

  What does the Easter lamb commonly symbolize?

  The lamb represents Christ’s sacrifice for humanity and is a symbol of purity and redemption.

  Peace

  Spring fertility

  Humility

  Jesus as the sacrificial Lamb of God

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• Question 8 out of 10

  What is the traditional late-night service on Holy Saturday that celebrates the resurrection?

  The Easter Vigil is held after sundown on Holy Saturday and commemorates Christ’s resurrection, often including the lighting of the Paschal candle.

  Good Friday Mass

  Easter Vigil

  Palm Sunday Service

  Pentecost Mass

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• Question 9 out of 10

  What is the significance of the “Paschal Candle” in Easter celebrations?

  The Paschal Candle is lit during the Easter Vigil to represent the risen Christ bringing light to the world.

  It symbolizes Christ as the light of the world

  It is used to light all church candles for a year

  It represents the Holy Spirit

  It is purely decorative

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• Question 10 out of 10

  What is the significance of Good Friday?

  Good Friday commemorates the crucifixion of Jesus Christ and his sacrifice for humanity.

  Jesus’ birth

  Jesus’ resurrection

  Jesus’ crucifixion

  Jesus’ baptism

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