Easter quiz

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• Middelbare school
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• Leerjaar 1,2

What day of the week is Easter always celebrated on?

1. Friday
2. Saturday
3. Sunday
4. Monday

What is the name of the Friday before Easter Sunday?

1. Black Friday
2. Good Friday
3. Holy Friday
4. Passion Friday

What is typically eaten in the UK on Good Friday?

1. Hot cross buns
2. Roast beef
3. Chocolate cake
4. Yorkshire pudding

Which animal is commonly associated with Easter?

1. Chicken
2. Duck
3. Bunny
4. Cat

In the US, what kind of event is often held where children look for hidden eggs?

1. Egg toss
2. Egg hunting
3. Egg painting
4. Bunny chase

What are Easter eggs traditionally made of?

1. Plastic
2. Paper
3. Chocolate
4. Egg

What sweet, spiced bun is popular in the UK during Easter?

1. Chelsea bun
2. Hot cross bun
3. Cinnamon roll
4. Shortbread

What does the egg symbolize in Easter traditions?

1. Death
2. Friendship
3. Luck
4. Rebirth

In which country is the White House Easter Egg Roll held?

1. UK
2. Australia
3. USA
4. Canada

What color is often associated with Easter?

1. Red
2. Purple
3. Black
4. Gold

What do children usually use to collect Easter eggs during an egg hunt?

1. Bags
2. Hats
3. Baskets
4. Buckets

In the US, what is often placed inside plastic Easter eggs?

1. Flowers
2. Toys
3. Confetti
4. Candy

What type of flower is commonly associated with Easter?

1. Lily
2. Rose
3. Tulip
4. Daisy

What is the name of the week leading up to Easter?

1. Passion Week
2. Holy Week
3. Faith Week
4. Palm Week

What is the most popular Easter candy in the US?

1. Marshmallow Peeps
2. Jelly beans
3. Chocolate bunnies
4. Cadbury eggs

Which state holds one of the largest Easter parades in the US?

1. Texas
2. California
3. New York
4. Florida

How many Easter eggs are consumed in the US each year?

1. Approximately 80 million
2. Approximately 100 million
3. Approximately 180 million
4. Approximately 110 million

Which country celebrates Easter by having egg-knocking contests?

1. New Zealand
2. Ireland
3. USA
4. Australia

Which English-speaking country celebrates Easter in the autumn season?

1. UK
2. Ireland
3. USA
4. Australia

In which English-speaking country is it common to eat roast lamb as Easter lunch?

1. UK
2. South Africa
3. USA
4. Canada

Which US state is known for the largest Easter egg hunt?

1. California
2. Florida
3. New York
4. Texas

Which country has the Union Jack as part of its national flag?

1. Australia
2. Canada
3. Ireland
4. USA

Which country is famous for maple syrup?

1. Ireland
2. New Zealand
3. Canada
4. UK

What language, alongside English, is an official language in Ireland?

1. Welsh
2. Irish
3. Gaelic
4. Scotish

In which English-speaking country do people drive on the left and celebrate “Waitangi Day”?

1. UK
2. Canada
3. New Zealand
4. Australia

What is the currency used in the UK?

1. Euro
2. Dollar
3. Pound
4. Franc

What is the largest English-speaking country by population?

1. Canada
2. UK
3. Australia
4. USA

What is the national sport of Canada?

1. Ice hockey
2. Basketball
3. Football
4. Cricket

What famous landmark do you find in London, England?

1. Eiffel Tower
2. Big Ben
3. Colosseum
4. Empire State Building

What English-speaking country is home to the native Māori culture?

1. Ireland
2. Australia
3. New Zealand
4. Canada

What do Americans celebrate on the fourth Thursday of November?

1. Independence Day
2. Thanksgiving
3. Memorial Day
4. Easter

What is the nickname of New York City?

1. Windy City
2. City of Angels
3. The Big Apple
4. Sin City

Which Irish holiday is celebrated around the world on March 17th?

1. Easter
2. St. Brigid’s Day
3. Irish Heritage Day
4. St. Patrick’s Day

In the US, what fast food chain is known for its golden arches?

1. Wendy’s
2. McDonald’s
3. Burger King
4. Subway

What kind of pie is typically eaten on Thanksgiving in the US?

1. Apple pie
2. Pecan pie
3. Pumpkin pie
4. Cherry pie

What is the typical British dish “bangers and mash” made from?

1. Sausage and eggs
2. Chicken and rice
3. Fish and chips
4. Sausage and mashed potatoes

Who was the first President of the United States?

1. Thomas Jefferson
2. George Washington
3. Abraham Lincoln
4. Benjamin Franklin

What day is “Boxing Day” celebrated in the UK and some Commonwealth countries?

1. December 24
2. December 25
3. December 26
4. January 1

What’s the British term for “french fries”?

1. Chips
2. Wedges
3. Frites
4. Crackers

What is the traditional Sunday meal in the UK?

1. Fish and chips
2. Shepherd's pie
3. Cornish pasty
4. Sunday roast

In which country is “rugby” one of the most popular national sports?

1. New Zealand
2. USA
3. Canada
4. Ireland

The Great Famine (1845–1852), which led to mass emigration, occurred in which English-speaking country?

1. Scotland
2. Australia
3. Canada
4. Ireland

Which famous ship was built in Belfast, Northern Ireland?

1. Queen Mary
2. Titanic
3. Lusitania
4. Mayflower

Which British monarch had the longest reign before Queen Elizabeth II?

1. Queen Victoria
2. King George VI
3. King Edward VIII
4. Queen Elizabeth I

Which version uses the word “lorry” for a large vehicle?

1. American
2. British

The word “elevator” is used in:

1. American
2. British

Which English calls a trash can a “bin”?

1. American
2. British

Which uses the word “cookies” instead
of “biscuits”?

1. American
2. British

Which version of English uses the word “boot”
for the back of a car?

1. American
2. British

The term “vacation” is more common in:

1. American
2. British

In which version is a “jumper” a
type of sweater?

1. American
2. British

The term “sidewalk” is used in:

1. American
2. British

Which English version says “faucet”
instead of “tap”?

1. American
2. British

Which version uses “plaster”
instead of “Band-Aid”?

1. American
2. British

Which English version uses “crisps”
instead of “chips”?

1. American
2. British

The word “diaper” is used in:

1. American
2. British

The term “postman” is used in:

1. American
2. British

Which version would use the word “autumn”
more commonly than “fall”?

1. American
2. British

Which version uses “trousers”
instead of “pants”?

1. American
2. British

Which version uses the word “eraser”
instead of “rubber”?

1. American
2. British

In which version would you ride the
“underground” instead of the subway?

1. American
2. British