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What is the name of the Sunday when Christians celebrate the resurrection of Jesus?
Easter Sunday
What day comes before Easter Sunday?
Holy Saturday
What is the 40-day period before Easter called?
Lent
What do people usually give up during Lent?
Something they enjoy (like sweets, social media, etc.)
What does the Easter egg symbolize?
New life / rebirth
Which flower is often associated with Easter?
Lily
Jacaranda
Rose
What food is traditionally eaten in the UK on Easter Sunday?
Roast lamb
Why is Easter not on the same date every year?
It’s based on the moon – the first Sunday after the full moon following the Spring Equinox
What animal is a common symbol of Easter in Anglo-Saxon countries?
The Easter Bunny
What do children in the UK and USA often hunt for on Easter Sunday?
Chocolate eggs
Where did the tradition of the Easter Bunny come from?
Germany
What kind of bread with dried fruit and a white cross is eaten in the UK at Easter?
Hot cross buns
In the USA, what large Easter event is held at the White House?
The Easter Egg Roll
What does the word “Easter” come from in Anglo-Saxon tradition?
From “Ēostre,” a pagan spring goddess.
What are the traditional Easter processions in Andalusia called?
Semana Santa processions
What do people wear in these processions?
Robes and capirotes (tall pointed hats)
