Question 7
Pentecost is a…
German original: Pfingsten ist ein …. In the test, all questions are asked in German.
Answer options
- Christian holiday. — Correct answer
- German commemoration day.
- international day of mourning.
- Bavarian tradition.
Explanation
Pentecost is a Christian holiday celebrated 50 days after Easter. It commemorates the coming of the Holy Spirit upon the apostles. In Germany, both Whit Sunday and Whit Monday are official public holidays.
Key terms in this question
- Whitsun / Pentecost — Pentecost is a Christian holiday celebrated 50 days after Easter, commemorating the descent of the Holy Spirit. In Germany, Whit Monday is a public holiday.