Christianity - Festivals & Pilgrimage (OCR GCSE Religious Studies): Quizzes
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Is pilgrimage compulsory in Christianity?
Is pilgrimage compulsory in Christianity?
No, but many choose to visit holy sites
In which year did Bernadette Soubirous report visions of the Virgin Mary at Lourdes?
In which year did Bernadette Soubirous report visions of the Virgin Mary at Lourdes?
1858
When was Bernadette Soubirous canonised as a saint?
When was Bernadette Soubirous canonised as a saint?
1933
Which monk established the monastery on Iona?
Which monk established the monastery on Iona?
Columba
What is a common criticism of Lourdes as a pilgrimage site?
What is a common criticism of Lourdes as a pilgrimage site?
It is overcrowded and commercialised
When do Protestants and Catholics celebrate Christmas?
When do Protestants and Catholics celebrate Christmas?
25th December
In which town was Jesus born according to the Gospels?
In which town was Jesus born according to the Gospels?
Bethlehem
Where was baby Jesus laid after his birth?
Where was baby Jesus laid after his birth?
In a manger
Which Christian celebration is considered the most important?
Which Christian celebration is considered the most important?
Easter
How long is the period of Lent before Easter?
How long is the period of Lent before Easter?
40 days
What are distributed in churches on Palm Sunday?
What are distributed in churches on Palm Sunday?
Palm crosses
What event does Maundy Thursday mark?
What event does Maundy Thursday mark?
The Last Supper
At what time do many churches hold Good Friday services?
At what time do many churches hold Good Friday services?
3pm