DATE & CONTEXT
This is the date the Valentine's Day is observed each year.
Feb 14
Which civilization is connected to the origin of Valentine’s Day?
Answer: Ancient Rome
Name one Valentine’s Day tradition in Western countries.
Exchanging cards, flowers, or chocolates
Romeo and _______
Juliet
Why is Valentine’s Day associated with mid-February?
It coincides with the ancient Roman festival of Lupercalia
What tradition in the Middle Ages involved birds?
People believed birds paired on 14 February
How do Japan and South Korea uniquely celebrate the holiday?
Women give chocolates to men; men reciprocate later
Bonnie and _____
Clyde
GUESS! this kind of candy is always late?
ChocoLATE
What did people exchange as symbols of love in medieval Europe?
Handwritten love notes and small gifts
- 300
- 300
Belle and ______
The Beast
Which historical figure is the holiday named after?
Saint Valentine
How did Valentine’s actions lead to his death?
He was imprisoned and executed for secretly marrying couples
GUESS! who always has a date on Valentine's Day?
Calendar
Shrek and ______
Fiona
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+ 550 points
Explain how Valentine’s Day has evolved from a religious holiday to a modern celebration.
It shifted from Saint Valentine’s acts and Roman festivals to exchanging gifts and expressing love
Identify one way Valentine’s Day can reflect cultural values beyond romantic love.
Showing appreciation, social bonding, or celebrating friendship
Jack and ______
Rose