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Easter, Lent and Shrove Tuesday
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Easter takes place in March or April and marks the death of Jesus Christ on Good Friday and his rising on Easter Sunday. The 40 days before Easter are called Lent, a time of reflection when many people give something up. The day before Lent starts is Shrove Tuesday, also called Pancake Day.
Memory tip: Easter: Good Friday and Easter Sunday; 40 days of Lent; Shrove Tuesday is Pancake Day.
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What is the period of 40 days before Easter called?
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