How many chocolate bunnies are sold during Easter?
90 million
30 million
50 million
25 million
Easter baskets have special symbolism. What is it?
They represent respect for nature and the world.
They represent a good harvest.
They represent new life.
They represent good luck.
What is the tradition behind the hot cross bun?
The bun represents the cross that nuns wear.
The bun represents a new beginning.
The bun represents the cross on which Jesus Christ died.
The bun means Christians won't go hungry if they obey God.
Which part of a chocolate bunny do most of Americans eat first?
the ears
the legs
the head
the body
Where was the UK's first Easter egg produced?
in Oxford in 1876
in Bristol in 1873
in Exeter in 1821
in Cambridge in 1854
What popular game is traditionally played at Easter?
An Easter egg basketball game
An Easter egg hunt
An Easter egg toss
An Easter egg catch
How many Cadbury Creme Eggs are made every day?
1.5 million
20 million
5 million
500,000
What is the traditional flower of Easter and it is also a symbol of elegance, beauty, hope, life and purity?
rose
orchid
tulip
lily
Which famous city in the USA hosts an annual event for children known as the “Easter Egg Roll”?
Miami
Washington, D. C.
Los Angeles
New York City
Why is it called Palm Sunday?
Palm Sunday was when Jesus entered Jerusalem greeted by the
Palms symbolise good things to come
Palms symbolise a good harvest
Jesus liked palm trees
Where in the world do people eat a lamb made of only butter at Easter?
Poland
Denmark
Sweden
Belgium
In Switzerland, what animal delivers Easter eggs to children?
The Easter Dog
The Easter Cuckoo Bird
The Easter Duck
The Easter Elephant
What is Easter named after?
Eostre, the Goddess of Humans and Crops
Ostre, the Goddess of Hope
Oeste, the Goddess of the Wind and Water
Ester, the Goddess of Light
The first Easter eggs were dyed what colour?
Orange
Red
Purple
Blue
The biggest eggs are laid by ostriches.
FALSE
TRUE
How many Americans eat Peeps during Easter?
about 1.5 million
about 1.0 million
about 3.5 million
about 10 million
When was the first recorded use of decorated Easter eggs?
In the 17th century
In the 11th century
In the 18th century
In the 13th century
When do Easter egg hunts traditionally take place?
On Good Friday
the Saturday before Easter
After Easter dinner
On Easter Sunday morning
Where in the world do they have an Easter bonnet (=hat) competition?
the USA
Germany
the UK
Hungary
Easter falls on
the 1st Sunday after the first full moon of spring.
the 1st Sunday in April.
the same day every year.
the 3rd Sunday in spring.
What is the Sunday before Easter Sunday called?
Lily Sunday
Tulip Sunday
Palm Sunday
Cactus Sunday
How many Easter eggs are sold in the UK every year?
80 million
180 million
120 million
20 million
Easter Sunday is also called what?
Rising Day
Resurrection Day
Spirit Day
Palm Day
Where is Easter Island located?
The Southeast Atlantic Ocean
The Southeast Pacific Ocean
The Artic Ocean
The Indian Sea
Where did the world's largest Easter egg hunt take place?
in Brasilia in Brazil
in Florida in the USA
in Texas in the USA
in Rio de Janeiro in Brazil
Which country started the tradition of the Easter bunny?
Germany
Denmark
Norway
the USA
How many jelly beans do Americans eat during Easter?
26 million
60 million
16 million
36 million
How much does the world's largest Easter egg weigh?
4762 kilos
3370 kilos
5001 kilos
2268 kilos
Reading crime novels is a popular Easter tradition in Norway.
TRUE
FALSE
Where in the world do people smash pots at Easter time?
France
Russia
Italy
Greece
Besides bunnies, what animal is considered an Easter symbol?
A cow
A goat
A horse
A lamb
What German baked goods used to be associated with Easter?
Bagels
German chocolate cake
Pretzels
Linzer cookies
Where did the Easter bonnet originate from?
the Netherlands
Europe
the USA
the UK
What meat is traditionally consumed on Easter Sunday?
Lamb
Venison
Pork
Veal
In what country is dancing banned on Good Friday?
Poland
Romania
Germany
Russia
Which country first introduced an Easter tree?
Belgium
Sweden
Finland
Germany
Where in the world do people fly giant kites at Easter?
Iran
Brazil
Australia
Bermuda
What percent of Americans go to church on Easter Sunday?
60%
80%
50%
70%
What is the official flower of Easter?
White Roses
Red Tulips
Red Poppies
White Lilies
What dance traditionally takes place at Easter?
Morris dancing
Line dancing
Square dancing
the tango