JPG Mardi Gras Quiz

How many days are there in Lent?

• 33

• 45

• 40

• 42

What was the original meaning of the word “Lent”?

• “Spring”

• "Repent"

• "Return"

• "Light"

What is the name the Anglican Church has for Mardi Gras?

• Absolve Tuesday

• Norse Tuesday

• Fat Tuesday

• Shrove Tuesday

What do Anglicans traditionally eat on Shrove Tuesday?

• King Cake

• Pancakes

• Chocolate

• Biscuits

In Germany, what food is traditionally eaten the day before Lent begins?

• Pretzels

• Schnitzel

• Sauerbraten

• Käsespätzle

What Irish saint’s feast day takes place during Lent?

• Saint Patrick

• Saint Brigid

• Saint Brendan

• Saint Ciaran

There are typically 2 solemnities that take place during Lent, what are they? (Must select both)

• Solemnity of the Assumption

• Solemnity of the Ascension

• Solemnity of the Annunciation

• Solemnity of Saint Joseph

What snack originated during Lent because it contains only flour, water and salt?

• Pretzels

• Biscuits

• Tortillas

• Pancakes

What event in the life of Jesus do the palms recall for us?

• Temptation in the Desert

• Carrying of the Cross

• Entrance into Jerusalem

• Baptism in the Jordan

On what day during Lent does the Bishop bless holy oils for the year?

• Palm Sunday

• Good Friday

• Easter Sunday

• Holy Thursday