5
On average, how much money does a one-carat engagement ring cost?
$6,000
How many lines are there in a sonnet?
14
Cupid has what name in Greek mythology?
Eros
Between women and men, who typically has a faster heartbeat?
Women
What does XOXO stand for?
Hugs and kisses or, more specifically, kiss, hug, kiss, hug
What percentage of Valentine’s Day cards are purchased by women?
Approximately 85%
William Shakespeare mentions Valentine's Day in which of his plays?
Hamlet
What notorious gangster orchestrated the St. Valentine's Day massacre?
Al Capone
Which mammal boasts the largest heart?
Whale
Letters to Juliet are sent to what city every year?
Verona, Italy
On average, how many times does the average heart beat per day?
100,000
What famous poem referencing two flowers is often associated with Valentine’s Day?
Roses are red, violets are blue …
In which U.S. state is it illegal to marry on Valentine’s Day?
This Valentine’s Day trivia question is a tricky one! It’s not illegal to marry on Valentine’s Day in any U.S. state.
What brain chemical is known as the "cuddle" or "love hormone?"
Oxytocin
In what country is Valentine's Day known as "Friend's Day?"
Finland
Approximately how many roses are produced for Valentine's Day each year?
250 million
In the movie "Notting Hill," what actor memorably says, "I'm also just a girl, standing in front of a boy, asking him to love her?"
Julia Roberts
In Roman mythology, with whom does Cupid fall in love?
Psyche
Romance is linked to Valentine's Day due to the medieval belief that the mating season of what animal begins on Feb. 14?
Bird
What fruit was once known as a "love apple" for its alleged aphrodisiac properties?
Tomato
Approximately how many Valentine’s Day cards are sent each year in the United States?
145 million
Which famous playwright coined the term "star-crossed lovers?"
William Shakespeare
What unique Valentine’s Day tradition do women follow in Japan?
Women give chocolates to men, not just their romantic partners but also colleagues and friends.
What major invention was patented on Valentine's Day?
The telephone
With a population of 108 people, which U.S. state is home to the town of Valentine?
Texas