Feast of the Exaltation of the Holy Cross Quiz

What date is the Feast of the Exaltation of the Holy Cross celebrated?

• March 25

• September 14

• December 25

• April 14

What is the main focus of the feast?

• The crucifixion of Jesus

• The finding and glorification of the Cross of Christ

• The resurrection of Jesus

• The birth of Mary

Who is traditionally credited with finding the True Cross?

• St. Paul

• Emperor Constantine

• St. Helena

• Pope Gregory

Who was the Roman Emperor when the True Cross was found?

• Nero

• Augustus

• Constantine the Great

• Tiberius

What does the cross symbolize in Christian life?

• Suffering only

• Punishment

• Hope and victory

• Failure

Where was the True Cross discovered?

• Rome

• Bethlehem

• Mount Sinai

• Jerusalem

Which Gospel verse says, "Whoever wants to be my disciple must deny themselves and take up their cross daily and follow me"?

• Matthew 28:19

• Luke 9:23

• John 3:16

• Mark 10:45

What liturgical color is used on this feast?

• White

• Green

• Red

• Purple

Why is red used on the Feast of the Cross?

• Symbolizes royalty

• Symbolizes martyrdom and the blood of Christ

• It's the color of Pentecost

• It's a Christmas color

What part of the Mass is often highlighted on this feast?

• Gloria

• The reading of the Passion

• The Eucharistic Prayer

• The Gospel of the Crucifixion