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Lent Signs and Symbols
📚 Part 1: Understanding Lent
1. When does Lent begin?
Easter Sunday
Ash Wednesday
Good Friday
Palm Sunday
2. How long does Lent last?
30 days
40 days
50 days
60 days
3. What is the main purpose of Lent?
To celebrate Jesus' birth
To prepare for Christmas
To prepare and remember Jesus' journey
To celebrate the New Year
4. Which ways can young Catholics take part in Lent? (Tick all that apply)
Doing good deeds
Praying more
Giving up something enjoyable
Buying more toys
🔍 Part 2: Lent Signs and Symbols
5. What do ashes symbolise during Lent?
Ashes are a sign of _______________.
6. What colour is often used during Lent and what does it represent?
The colour _______________ is used during Lent to symbolise _______________.
7. Match each symbol to its meaning:
Cross
Ashes
Palms
Purple colour
From Palm Sunday
Reminder of Jesus' sacrifice
Sign of repentance
Symbolises penance
8. Explain why symbols are important during Lent:
🎨 Part 3: Creative Response
9. Draw your favourite Lent symbol in the box below and write one sentence explaining what it means to you:
Extension Activity: Research and write about another Christian season or symbol that connects to Lent:
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