Feast SG Easter Nerds

The word "Easter" is derived from the Old English word

• Ēastre

• Yeast

• Beast

• Feaster

Answer explanation

The correct choice is Ēastre as the word 'Easter' is derived from the Old English word Ēastre.

What is the name of the Sunday before Easter Sunday?

• Funday

• Palm

• Super

• Black

Answer explanation

The correct name of the Sunday before Easter Sunday is Palm Sunday, as it commemorates Jesus' triumphal entry into Jerusalem when palm branches were placed in his path.

Who was the Roman governor who ordered the crucifixion of Jesus?

• Mat Pilates

• Conscious Pilate

• Pontius Pilate

• Winsor Pilates

Answer explanation

Pontius Pilate was the Roman governor who ordered the crucifixion of Jesus.

The garden where Jesus was arrested before his crucifixion is called

• Gardenia

• Gethsemane

• Eden

• Botanic

Answer explanation

The garden where Jesus was arrested before his crucifixion is called Gethsemane, making it the correct choice among the options provided.

What is the traditional color associated with Easter in the Catholic Church?

• White

• Blue

• Yellow

• Red

Answer explanation

The traditional color associated with Easter in the Catholic Church is White, symbolizing purity and joy in the resurrection of Jesus Christ.

__________is a 3-day liturgical celebration that begins on the evening of Holy Thursday and ends on the evening of Easter Sunday.

• Pascal Siakam

• Paschal Triduum

• Pascal Theōros

• Pascal Culator

Answer explanation

The correct answer is 'Paschal Triduum' as it is a 3-day liturgical celebration that begins on Holy Thursday and ends on Easter Sunday.

Jesus appeared to some of his disciples while they were fishing on the Sea of _______.

• Dead

• Galilee

• Red

• Jordan

Jesus remained with his followers for __ days after his resurrection before ascending into heaven.

• 7

• 3

• 40

• 10

Answer explanation

This period is mentioned in Acts 1:3: "After his suffering, he presented himself to them and gave many convincing proofs that he was alive. He appeared to them over a period of forty days and spoke about the kingdom of God."

Who is the disciple that doubted Jesus rose from the dead?

• John

• Thomas

• James

• Peter

Which date in 2025 we will celebrate Easter Sunday?

• April 13th

• April 20th

• April 6th

• March 30th

Answer explanation

Easter Sunday in 2025 falls on April 20th, making the correct answer choice April 20th.