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Easter Traditions and Vocabulary Activity Worksheet

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Grade 9
English

Easter Traditions

Reading: Understanding Easter


Easter is a special holiday celebrated in many parts of the world. It is a Christian holiday that marks the resurrection of Jesus Christ. It takes place in the spring, usually in March or April. Because it follows the moon, the date changes every year.

History and Preparation

Before Easter Sunday, there is a 40-day period called Lent. During this time, many people pray or give up something they like (such as chocolate or soda) to prepare for the celebration. The week before Easter is called "Holy Week," which includes Palm Sunday and Good Friday.

Popular Traditions

People celebrate this tradition in many fun ways:
  • Easter Eggs: Eggs are a symbol of "new life." People decorate them with bright colors. Some eggs are made of chocolate or filled with candy.
  • The Easter Bunny: This friendly rabbit brings baskets filled with eggs and treats to children.
  • Easter Parades: In many cities, people put on a parade. They wear nice clothes and fancy hats called "Easter bonnets."
  • Family Meals: Families often eat a big dinner together with foods like lamb, ham, or sweet bread called "hot cross buns."





fig 1: A basket filled with colorful, decorated Easter eggs for the holiday.
fig 1: A basket filled with colorful, decorated Easter eggs for the holiday.


Vocabulary Tasks

Task 1: Vocabulary Matching

Match the words on the left (1-8) with their correct definitions on the right (a-h).
Word
Definition
1. Easter
a. Coming back to life after dying.
2. Lent
b. A folklore figure who delivers candy and gifts.
3. Resurrection
c. The 40-day period of fasting and prayer before Easter.
4. Palm Sunday
d. The day people remember the death of Jesus.
5. Good Friday
e. Symbols of "new life"; often made of chocolate or decorated.
6. Easter Bunny
f. The celebration of the resurrection of Jesus Christ.
7. Easter Eggs
g. The season when Easter happens and plants grow again.
8. Spring
h. The Sunday before Easter, marking Jesus' arrival in Jerusalem.
fig 2: The Easter Bunny, a popular symbol of the spring holiday.
fig 2: The Easter Bunny, a popular symbol of the spring holiday.


Task 2: Fill in the Blanks

Use the words from the list below to complete the sentences.
Words: resurrection, tradition, celebration, Lent, Easter eggs, bunny, parade, basket
  1. Easter celebrates the __________ of Jesus Christ.
  1. Sending cards is a common __________ for many families.
  1. Many people have a happy __________ on Easter morning.
  1. Some people give up eating chocolate during __________.
  1. Children like to look for chocolate __________ in the garden.
  1. The __________ brings baskets of treats to good children.
  1. There is a big __________ in the street with people wearing fancy hats.
  1. Use this __________ to carry your eggs and candy.







Task 3: Multiple Choice Quiz


Circle the correct answer (A, B, C, or D).
  1. When does Easter usually happen? A. December or January B. March or April C. June or July D. September or October
  1. What is a "symbol of new life"? A. A pumpkin B. A snowflake C. An egg D. A leaf
  1. What do children often do on Easter Sunday? A. Go on an egg hunt B. Carve pumpkins C. Decorate a tree D. Go trick-or-treating
  1. What is the name of the 40-day period before Easter? A. Advent B. Ramadan C. Hanukkah D. Lent