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Who was the first U.S. President elected in February?
a) George Washington
b) Theodore Roosevelt
c) Richard Nixon
a) George Washington
This plushed item is a classic gift for Valentine's Day.
A Teddy Bear
On February 7th, 1964, they landed in America. It was the beginning of the “British Invasion” and music in general, and rock and roll specifically, would never be the same.
The Beatles
What is the only month that can pass without a full moon?
a) March
b) April
c) February
c) February
What is the famous groundhog's name that can be found in Pennsylvania?
Punxsutawney Phil
This delivery service began in February 1919.
a) FedEx
b) UPS
c) USPS
b) UPS
Which Roman God of love is often depicted carrying a bow and arrow?
This iconic English author, born on February 7, 1812, is best known for novels such as Great Expectations and A Christmas Carol.
Charles Dickens
When is leap day celebrated?
a) February 28th
b) February 29th
c) February 30th
b) February 29th
Groundhogs and bears sleep through the winter. What is this process called?
Hibernation
In 1847, this inventor was born on February 11th and has "lit" up our lives since.
Thomas Edison
What fruit was once known as a "love apple" for it's alleged aphrodisiac properties?
a) Strawberries
b) Apples
c) Tomato
c) Tomato
In 1974, the first call was made using this three-digit number.
a) 311
b) 911
c) 411
b) 911
What is the birthstone for February?
a) Amethyst
b) Diamond
c) Ruby
a) Amethyst
If the Groundhog sees his shadow - Do we get 6 more weeks of winter, or do we expect spring?
6 more weeks of winter!
This holiday is celebrated the day before Lent and translated from French means "Fat Tuesday".
Mardi Gras
I catch the sun, I steal the light,
On neck or hand I shimmer bright.
Of gold or silver I may be,
With hidden stones from earth or sea.
What am I?
Jewelry
On February 11, 1990, this South African anti-apartheid leader was released from prison after 27 years, marking a turning point in the fight to end apartheid.
Nelson Mandela
These two purple flowers are the birth flowers of February and represent wisdom and hope.
a) Violet and Irises
b) Daisy and Magnolias
c) Marigolds and Roses
a) Violet and Irises
What is the average lifespan of the Groundhog?
a) 5 years
b) 10 years
c) 15 years
b) 10 years
This holiday is celebrated on the third Monday in February, and is commonly associated with figures such as George Washington and Abraham Lincoln.
President's Day
Which is the color and flower most known for Valentine's Day?
Red Roses
This day of celebration and competition ranks second highest for food consumption in the US after Thanksgiving.
Superbowl Sunday
True or false: February is the coldest month in the Northern Hemisphere.
True
Which year was the earliest mention of Groundhog day in the U.S.?
a) 1300
b) 1980
c) 1840
c) 1840