Advent Quiz

What is the Advent season?

• A period of fasting and abstinence in the Christian tradition

• A time to honor the ancient Roman god, Adventus

• A time of expectant waiting and preparation for the celebration of the birth of Jesus Christ at Christmas

• A festival to celebrate the end of the year

When does the Advent season begin?

• On the fourth Sunday before Christmas

• On Easter Sunday

• On December 25th

• On New Year's Day

What are the traditional colors of Advent?

• Purple and rose

• Red and green

• Blue and white

• Black and gold

What is the significance of the Advent wreath?

• It is a symbol of the four seasons

• It signifies the five stages of grief

• It represents the five elements of nature

• It symbolizes the passage of the four weeks of Advent in the liturgical calendar of the Western church.

What is the meaning of the Advent calendar?

• A calendar for counting down to New Year's Eve

• A calendar for scheduling Advent events

• Counting down the days of Advent in anticipation of Christmas

• A calendar for tracking the phases of the moon

What are some common Advent traditions?

• Valentine's Day cards, Thanksgiving turkey, New Year's resolutions

• Advent wreath, Advent calendar, lighting of Advent candles, Advent devotions

• Watching fireworks, carving pumpkins, wearing costumes

• Easter egg hunt, decorating Christmas tree, baking cookies

What is the purpose of the Advent season in Christianity?

• To prepare for the celebration of the birth of Jesus Christ

• To honor the life of Saint Peter

• To celebrate the resurrection of Jesus Christ

• To commemorate the crucifixion of Jesus Christ

What is the Advent calendar used for?

• To count down the days until Halloween

• To count down the days of Advent in anticipation of Christmas

• To track the phases of the moon

• To plan summer vacation

What are the four Sundays of Advent called?

• Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday

• First, Second, Third, Fourth

• January, February, March, April

• Morning, Noon, Afternoon, Evening

What is the symbolism of the Advent candles?

• The Advent candles symbolize the stages of human life

• The Advent candles symbolize the four weeks of preparation for the birth of Jesus Christ.

• The Advent candles symbolize the four elements of nature

• The Advent candles symbolize the changing seasons