Romantic Movies
Julia Roberts was only 21 years old when she played Vivian Ward in what movie?
What is Pretty Woman
Jim and Pam are debatably the most iconic romantic connection from the Office, going on to marry and have two kids. Pam, however, was originally engaged to this character.
Who is Roy
This staple Valentine's Day item was first introduced by Richard Cadbury in 1868.
What is box of chocolates.
Cleopatra, Queen of _________, seduced both Julius Caesar and Mark Anthony, the latter starting the Battle of Atrium against a political enemy, Octavian, to protect Cleopatra and their lovechild. (They lost and had a very Romeo and Juliet way of leaving this world)
What is Egypt (will also accept Ancient Egypt)
The origin of this word has been traced to the Aztec word xocoatl—a bitter drink brewed from cacao beans.
What is chocolate
Noah and Allie, characters from the 2004 film "The Notebook," were played by which real-life couple at the time?
Who are Ryan Gosling and Rachel McAdams?
This hot and cold couple famously began their romance after a happy hour on February 13th, with the male character realizing the consequences of starting a romance the day before Valentine's day.
Ryan and Kelly
85% of this staple are bought by women annually. They can be purchased 2/$5 at CVS if you have more than one valentine.
What are greeting cards
After the death of his wife in 1631, Emperor Shah Jahan constructed a beautiful mausoleum in her memory. What is this famously romantic building holding their tombs?
What is the Taj Mahal
The song "I Will Always Love You" was famously covered by Whitney Houston. Who originally wrote and recorded the song?
Who is Dolly Parton
This romantic movie featuring a historical event won best picture for the Academy Awards in 1998?
Michael Scott and ______ dramatically breakup in "The Dinner Party" episode of the Office- featuring a soundtrack by 'Hunter', homemade candles, and a shattered flatscreen TV.
More than half (52%) of consumers celebrated Valentine's Day in 2024 and spent an average of $192.80 between their loved ones. 28% of Americans indicated they bought this family member a present.
What adored family member has on average $17 spent on them annually?
What are pets (Will also accept dog or cat)
Valentine's Day is said to have been inspired by St. Valentine, who defied the Roman Emperor Claudius II by performing what ceremony in secret? He was executed for performing this.
What are secret marriages?
Marriage was outlawed because the Emperor felt single men made better soldiers.
The Valentine's Day Massacre was set up by which famous gangster?
Who is Al Capone
What three romantic comedies have Adam Sandler and Drew Barrymore starred in together? ("The Wedding Singer," "Blended", and _____________________)
What is 50 first dates?
Daily Double---800--- ___ ______ always spoiled his favorite lady, Phyllis, treating her like the queen of the refrigeration industry of Pennsylvania. (First and last name needed)
Who is Bob Vance
DAILY DOUBLE- ---800-----
This candy created in 1866 is the top-selling Valentine's Day candy of all-time, even surpassing chocolate.
What are Conversation Hearts (will accept "message hearts" also)
This long-running netflix series ____ ___________ (2 words) featured the romantic gesture of King Edward the VIII abdicating (giving up) the throne to the British monarchy to marry Wallis Simpson, a married and already once-divorced socialite from America.
What is The Crown
Annually, an estimated 9,000 of THIS romantic government document is filed annually....never to be used.
The 1999 film "10 Things I Hate About You" is actually based by "the Taming of the Shrew", a play written by this famous playwright.
Who is Shakespeare?
This office character had the most inter-Office love affairs, including: Gabe, Andy and Pete.
Who is Erin
In 2024, Americans spent $5.5 billion on date night out for Valentine's day and $4.4 on this type of gift.
What is jewelry
DAILY DOUBLE- 1000-
This iconic baseball player _____ ___________ (first and last name) was married and divorced from Marilyn Monroe, but remained infatuated with her the remainder of his life. Following her death, he sent red roses to her grave 3x a week for 20 years.
Who is Joe DiMaggio
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February has always been a romantic month, even well before St. Valentine's times. For the ancient Greeks, the period between mid-January and mid-February was the month of Gamelion, dedicated to the sacred marriage between which two Ancient Greek Gods?
Who are Zeus and Hera? (Will also accept the Roman names)