Sunday School Quiz on Jesus' Crucifixion

Why did the Jews ask Pilate to have the legs of those crucified broken and the bodies taken down?

(John 19:31)

• Because it was the Sabbath

• Because it was the Day of Preparation

• Because it was a holy day

• Because it was the Passover

Who came to break the legs of the men crucified with Jesus?

(John 19:33)

• The Roman soldiers

• The Pharisees

• The high priests

• The disciples

What did the soldiers do when they found Jesus already dead?

(John 19:34)

• They broke His legs

• They took Him down from the cross

• They pierced His side with a spear

• They left Him on the cross

What flowed out when one of the soldiers pierced Jesus' side with a spear?

(Matthew 27:57–58)

• Blood

• Water

• Blood and water

• Nothing

How do you interpret the significance of blood and water flowing from Jesus' side?

( John 19:34)

Reflecting on how the events described fulfilled Old Testament prophecies, what do you think this indicates about the nature of Jesus' mission and God’s plan?

(Psalm 34:20; Zechariah 12:10)

How do the details about Jesus' death in this passage impact your understanding of Jesus sacrifice, redemption and unconditional love?

(John 19:31–34)

What can you learn about Joseph of Arimathea's action in requesting Jesus' body from Pilate and providing his own tomb for the burial?

(Matthew 27:57–60)

What care was given to Jesus' burial? What significance does of these burial rituals show?

(Matthew 27:59–61)

How does this passage influence your own reflections on life, death, and the promise of new beginnings?

(John 19:31–34, Matthew 27:57–61)