Celebrations in Christianity - Easter

Open Ended

In what ways do you think the celebration of Easter might influence people who are not Christians?

Multiple Choice

Why is Easter considered an important celebration in Christianity?

• Because it marks the resurrection of Jesus Christ

• Because it is the beginning of Lent

• Because it is a time for giving gifts

• Because it is the end of the year

Multiple Choice

What are two ways Easter Saturday is celebrated according to the table?

• Easter vigil service and confirmations

• Joyful services and Easter eggs

• Procession with cross and palm crosses

• Vigil and altar stripped

Multiple Choice

Which day in the Easter story remembers the crucifixion of Jesus?

• Palm Sunday

• Maundy Thursday

• Good Friday

• Easter Sunday

Fill in the Blank

The resurrection showed power over ___ itself, and meant humans could have eternal life with God.

Open Ended

Explain why Easter is considered the most important event in the Christian calendar.

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is NOT a reason someone might agree that Easter is more important than Christmas in the UK?

• Easter is central to Christianity.

• Easter is a spring festival and a time of new beginnings.

• Christmas is commercially bigger and therefore more important.

• There are more opportunities to celebrate Easter holidays due to better weather.

Open Ended

Based on the points that disagree, why might some people find the Easter story less relatable than the Christmas story?

Open Ended

How do Christians celebrate Easter, and why is it important to them?