The word "EASTER" comes from
the name of a goddess
a Hebrew word that means „holy day“
Eastern Europe
the name of a woman in the Bible
The Easter bunny originally laid eggs.
False
True
Which famous city in the USA hosts an annual event for children known as the “Easter Egg Roll”?
Washington, D. C.
Miami
New York
Los Angeles
40-day period before Easter is called Lent
TRUE
FALSE
Instead of the Easter Bunny, what animal delivers eggs inSwitzerland?
chicken
fox
bear
cuckoo
Spring officially starts on March 21st
True
False
The Easter bunny is a Christian symbol.
False
True
The Easter egg hunt tradition originated in Germany.
True
False
Easter is celebrated on the same day in every country.
True
False
The biggest eggs are laid by ostriches.
FALSE
TRUE
The Easter parade is a tradition that started in New York City.
True
False
In many countries, it's traditional to eat hot cross buns on Good Friday.
True
False
The Easter bunny was first introduced in America by German immigrants.
False
True
The Easter Lamb is a symbol of Jesus Christ.
True
False
The term "Good Friday" comes from the fact that it's a day of great celebration for Christians.
False
True
Easter is always celebrated on the first Sunday after the full moon following the March equinox.
False
True
What is the traditional flower of Easter and it is also a symbol of elegance, beauty, hope, life and purity?
rose
orchid
tulip
lily
Where in the world do they have an Easter bonnet (=hat) competition?
the UK
Germany
the USA
Hungary
Rabbits with upright ears hear better than rabbits with floppy ears.
FALSE
TRUE
What colour were the first eggs dyed?
red
yellow
blue
green
Easter falls on
the same day every year
the 1st Sunday in April
the 3rd Sunday in spring
the 1st Sunday after the first full moon of spring
Easter is the most important Christian holiday.
True
False
The Easter Lily is a popular flower associated with Easter.
True
False
Good Friday commemorates the crucifixion of Jesus Christ.
True
False
In the Northern Hemisphere, spring is from March to May.
True
False
It's believed that the Easter egg hunt tradition started with hiding eggs for children to find after they were brought to church.
False
True
The Easter egg symbolizes new life and resurrection.
False
True
Where in the world do people fly giant kites at Easter?
Australia
Bermuda
Iran
In which city does the Archbishop set off fireworks during Easter Mass?
Barcelona
Luxembourg
Florence
The Easter bonnet is a hat that is traditionally worn on Easter.
False
True
The tradition of eating chocolate eggs at Easter began in the 19th century.
False
True
Where did the idea of the Easter Bunny come from?
Ireland
France
the USA
Germany
Where in the world do people smash pots at Easter time?
Italy
France
Greece
Where in the world do people eat a lamb made of only butter at Easter?
Denmark
Belgium
Poland
The first chocolate Easter egg was made in Switzerland.
True
False
In Sweden, what do children dress up as for Easter?
witches
clowns
fairies
The Friday before Easter is called Good Friday.
TRUE
FALSE
The colors of Easter eggs represent different things: red for the blood of Christ, green for spring, and yellow for the sun.
False
True
Easter Island is located in Atlantic Ocean.
TRUE
FALSE
Some people believe that the word "Easter" comes from the name of a goddess of spring.
False
True
What percent of Americans go to church on Easter Sunday?
40 %
50 %
60 %
Easter Sunday is a public holiday in every country.
False
True
Good Friday is the day before Easter Sunday.
False
True