GK Quiz on Good Friday

One of the most observed and solemn Christian holidays in the world is Good Friday, which commemorates the crucifixion of Jesus Christ. It is observed by billions of Christians worldwide. This is an important topic of general knowledge. So whether you are a student, a trivia enthusiast, or simply curious about world traditions and religions, this GK quiz is for you. Take this quiz on Good Friday and test your knowledge now.

General Knowledge Questions on Good Friday

Question 1

What does Good Friday represent?

A) The rebirth of Jesus Christ. 

B) The conception of Jesus Christ. 

C) Death and crucifixion of Jesus Christ. 

D) Baptism of Jesus Christ.

Answer: C) Death and Crucifixion of Jesus Christ.

Explanation: Good Friday is a holiday that is observed by the Christians of the world to celebrate the crucifixion and subsequent death of Jesus Christ. It is regarded as amongst the most solemn Christian holidays.

Question 2

In which city was Jesus crucified?

A) Bethlehem 

B) Nazareth 

C) Jerusalem 

D) Jericho

Answer: C) Jerusalem

Explanation: Jesus Christ was crucified at Jerusalem in a location known as Golgotha or Calvary.

Question 3

Which Roman governor ordered the crucifixion of Jesus? 

A) Julius Caesar 

B) Herod Antipas 

C) Pontius Pilate 

D) Nero

Answer: C) Pontius Pilate

Explanation: Pontius Pilate was a Roman prefect (governor) of Judaea, who sanctioned crucified Jesus Christ. As per Biblical narrations, Pilate did not find Jesus guilty but gave in to the crowd pressure and condemned the Jesus to death. 

Question 4

Who betrayed Jesus that led to his arrest?

A) Peter 

B) Judas Iscariot 

C) Thomas 

D) John

Answer: B) Judas Iscariot

Explanation: Judas Iscariot was one of the twelve apostles of Jesus, Judas is identified in the bible as the disciple who handed up Jesus to the chief priests in exchange of 30 pieces of silver. This betrayal resulted in the arrest of Jesus at the Garden of Gethsemane and subsequent crucifixion.

Question 5

What is the Christian tradition of going through 14 stages that represent the process of crucifixion of Jesus?

A) The Holy Rosary 

B) the Stations of the Cross. 

C) The Passion Play 

D) The Eucharist

Answer: B) Stations of the Cross

Explanation: Stations of the Cross, or Via Crucis (Way of the Cross) is a ritual within Christianity where believers reflect on 14 important events in the life of Jesus as he led his way to the cross. It is especially practiced during Good Friday, and is traditionally observed in Catholic, as well as in most other Christian cultures across the world.

Question 6

Good Friday is not a public holiday in which country? 

A) Australia 

B) Germany 

C) United States 

D) United Kingdom

Answer: C) United States 

Explanation: In the United States, Good Friday is not a federal public holiday, but it is observed in a few individual states and local jurisdictions. On the contrary, this is not the case in such countries like Australia, Germany, the United Kingdom, Canada, and many others where the observation of Good Friday is a national public holiday, which indicates its overall international importance.

Question 7 

According to the Holy Bible, how long Jesus was on the cross before he died? 

A) Three hours 

B) Six hours 

C) Nine hours 

D) Twelve hours

Answer: B) Six hours

Explanation: The Gospel accounts of the New Testament says that Jesus was crucified at the third hour (9 AM) and died at the ninth hour (3 PM), that is, Jesus spent about six hours on the cross. It is at this period he is said to have uttered seven final statements called “The Seven Last Words of Christ”.

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