Pentecost

Pentecost is a feast only celebrated by Catholics.

• True

• False

By what other names is the Feast of Pentecost known to the Jews? (choose all that may apply)

• The Descent of the Holy Spirit

• Hanukkah

• Shavuot

• Torah

• Feast of Weeks

What was the name of the place where the disciples and mother of Jesus gathered in Jerusalem for the feast of Pentecost?

• The Upper Room

• Jericho

• Church Assembly

• Solomon's Temple

What were the signs of the Holy Spirit when He descended upon the disciples and the mother of Mary?

• Sound of rushing wind

• Tongues of fire resting on their heads

• Speaking in foreign languages

• A dove

Which disciple preached to the crowds after the Holy Spirit descended?

• Peter

• Paul

• James

• Andrew

What occurred after the crowd heard the disciple who preached to them?

• They were baptized with water

• They were confirmed by their bishops

• They became Catholics and preached the good news

• They ate a meal, shared their possessions and worshipped together

How many days after Easter Sunday is Pentecost celebrated on the Church's calendar?

• Thirty days

• Forty days

• Fifty days

• Sixty days

Pentecost is otherwise known as the Church's birthday.

• True

• False

On Pentecost Sunday, what colour is used to celebrate the feast in priestly vestments and altar decor?

• Red

• Green

• White

• Rose or Pink

Which person of the Holy Trinity is the Holy Spirit?

• First Person

• Second Person

• Third Person

• Fourth Person

• None of the above