Easter Quiz: Traditions, History and Fun Facts
How well do you know Easter? This quiz covers 25 questions on the history, traditions, customs and celebrations of Easter, ranging from the Christian origins and Holy Week through to the surprising international variations. There are questions on simnel cake, hot cross buns, the Easter Bilby in Australia, Ukrainian pysanky eggs, the Swedish Easter witches tradition, the Corfu pot-throwing custom and the origins of the Easter Bunny itself.
Each question has four options and the correct answer is revealed as soon as you select yours. Your score and percentage appear at the end.
FAQ
How many questions are there?
25 multiple choice questions on Easter traditions, history and customs.
What does the quiz cover?
Christian traditions (resurrection, Good Friday, Palm Sunday, Holy Week, Lent, Maundy Thursday, Easter Vigil, the Paschal candle), British Easter (hot cross buns, simnel cake, bank holiday, Shrove Tuesday), international customs (German Easter Bunny origins, Swedish Easter witches, Corfu pot-throwing, Ukrainian pysanky eggs, Australian Easter Bilby, Finnish willow branches, New York Easter Parade, White House Easter Egg Roll), and Easter symbolism (eggs as new life, the word 'Easter', Passover connection).
Is this quiz suitable for families?
Yes. The quiz is appropriate for all ages and works well as a family Easter activity.
Does the quiz shuffle the answer options?
Yes. The four options randomise on every play.
Is there a time limit?
No. Take as long as you need on each question.