Quiz on Lent

How many days are there in Lent?

• 40

• 30

• 50

• 60

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

• Spring

• Fast

• Prayer

• Sacrifice

What is the first day of Lent called?

• Ash Wednesday

• Palm Sunday

• Good Friday

• Easter Sunday

What color vestments does the priest wear during Lent?

• Purple

• Green

• Red

• White

What prayer of the Mass is omitted during Lent?

• Gloria

• Our Father

• Hail Mary

• Creed

What word is never said or sung during Lent?

• Alleluia

• Amen

• Hosanna

• Kyrie

What do Catholics abstain from eating on Fridays during Lent?

• Meat

• Bread

• Fish

• Eggs

On what days are Catholics required to fast during Lent?

• Ash Wednesday and Good Friday

• Palm Sunday and Easter Sunday

• Maundy Thursday and Holy Saturday

• Shrove Tuesday and Easter Monday

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

• Pretzel

• Breadstick

• Cracker

• Biscuit

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

• St. Patrick

• St. George

• St. Andrew

• St. David