#1
When is Valentine's Day celebrated?
February 14th
ExplanationValentine's Day is celebrated on February 14th every year.
#2
Who is Valentine's Day named after?
A Christian martyr
ExplanationValentine's Day is named after a Christian martyr.
#3
Which flower is often associated with Valentine's Day?
Rose
ExplanationRoses are often associated with Valentine's Day.
#4
What color ribbon is used to show support for Valentine's Day?
Red
ExplanationA red ribbon is used to show support for Valentine's Day.
#5
What popular treat is often given as a gift on Valentine's Day?
Chocolate
ExplanationChocolate is often given as a gift on Valentine's Day.
#6
Which Roman god is associated with Valentine's Day?
Venus
ExplanationVenus is the Roman god associated with Valentine's Day.
#7
What is the historical origin of Valentine's Day?
It was originally a pagan fertility festival
ExplanationValentine's Day was originally a pagan fertility festival.
#8
Which Shakespeare play mentions Valentine's Day?
Romeo and Juliet
ExplanationValentine's Day is mentioned in Shakespeare's play, Romeo and Juliet.
#9
Which country is believed to have started the tradition of exchanging Valentine's Day cards?
United States
ExplanationThe tradition of exchanging Valentine's Day cards is believed to have started in the United States.
#10
In the Middle Ages, what did people believe was the first bird to mate on Valentine's Day?
Swan
ExplanationIn the Middle Ages, people believed that the first bird to mate on Valentine's Day was a swan.
#11
What is the approximate amount of money spent on Valentine's Day globally?
50 billion dollars
ExplanationApproximately 50 billion dollars are spent on Valentine's Day globally.
#12
What is the traditional gift for a 5th wedding anniversary, often celebrated around Valentine's Day?
Wood
ExplanationWood is the traditional gift for a 5th wedding anniversary, often celebrated around Valentine's Day.
#13
What is the traditional meal for Valentine's Day in Finland?
Salmon soup
ExplanationIn Finland, salmon soup is a traditional meal for Valentine's Day.
#14
Who wrote the first Valentine's Day poem?
Geoffrey Chaucer
ExplanationGeoffrey Chaucer wrote the first Valentine's Day poem.
#15
What was the original name of conversation hearts candy?
Sweethearts
ExplanationSweethearts was the original name of conversation hearts candy.
#16
Which ancient Roman poet wrote about love and romance in his work 'Metamorphoses'?
Ovid
ExplanationOvid, an ancient Roman poet, wrote about love and romance in his work 'Metamorphoses'.