Love in History
This ancient civilization is credited with the first known Valentine's Day celebration in honor of a martyr.
What is Rome?
This author wrote Pride and Prejudice, a classic tale of love and social status.
Who is Jane Austen?
This "love hormone" is responsible for bonding and attachment in romantic relationships.
What is oxytocin?
This singer is known for the 2010 hit "Just the Way You Are.
Who is Bruno Mars?
Over 250 million of these are sold worldwide every Valentine’s Day.
What are roses?
This famous queen of Egypt was romantically involved with both Julius Caesar and Mark Antony.
Who is Cleopatra?
This 1997 film featuring Leonardo DiCaprio and Kate Winslet is one of the highest-grossing romantic films of all time.
What is Titanic?
The scent of this popular Valentine’s Day flower has been shown to reduce stress.
What is a rose?
The song Endless Love was originally sung as a duet by Lionel Richie and this female artist.
Who is Diana Ross?
This chocolate company created the first heart-shaped box of chocolates.
What is Cadbury?
The term "wearing your heart on your sleeve" is believed to have originated during this historical era.
What is the Middle Ages?
In Romeo and Juliet, this character serves as Juliet’s confidante and messenger.
Who is the Nurse?
This bodily function, often associated with nervousness or excitement, is believed to be a side effect of increased adrenaline during attraction.
What is blushing?
The lyrics "I Will Always Love You" were made famous by this singer in The Bodyguard soundtrack.
Who is Whitney Houston?
This U.S. state produces the most roses for Valentine’s Day.
What is California?
Saint Valentine was allegedly executed for performing these acts in secret.
What are marriages?
This famous Nicholas Sparks novel, later a film, features the couple Noah and Allie.
What is The Notebook?
This neurotransmitter, often associated with pleasure and reward, plays a key role in the "high" of new love
What is dopamine?
The lyrics "I Will Always Love You" were made famous by this singer in The Bodyguard soundtrack.
Who is Whitney Houston?
The tradition of giving red roses on Valentine's Day is said to be inspired by this Roman goddess of love.
Who is Venus?
This U.S. state has a city named "Valentine."
What is Arizona, Nebraska, Texas, and Virginia. (just get one!)
The line, "You had me at hello," comes from this 1996 romantic film.
What is Jerry Maguire?
How many heart/s does an Octopuses have?
3
This rock band sang Every Breath You Take, often mistaken for a love song, though it’s actually about obsession.
Who is The Police?
This tiny insect, known for its heart-shaped spots, is often associated with Valentine's Day in some cultures
What is a ladybug?