Valentines Day History
Valentines Day is named after this saint
St. Valentines - a Christian Martyr said to have performed secret weddings for soldiers in ancient Rome
This duo starred together on a popular sitcom of the 1950s
Lucy Ball and Desi Arnaz
These lyrics belong to what song...
"You make me smile with my heart
your looks are laughable
unphotographable
yet you're my favourite work of art"
My Funny Valentine
'Everybody Love Somebody' became what crooner's signature song in 1964?
Dean Martin
What does XOXO stand for?
Hugs and Kisses
Which fifth-century pope declared February 14th would be St. Valentine’s Day?
Pope Gelasius
These lovebirds are from a tragedy written by William Shakespeare about the romance between two young Italians from feuding families
Romeo and Juliet
These lyrics belong to which song...
"LIke a river flows
surley to the sea
Darling, so it goes
Some things are meant to be
Can't Help Falling in Love
What did Richard Cadbury first introduce for Valentines Day in 1868?
Box of Chocolates. To increase sales, he decided to create 'fancy' heart shaped boxes
What's the French word for love?
Amour
When were the first commercial valentines printed in the United States?
The mid-1800s
What famous literary couple's love letter were published in a 430-page book?
F. Scott and Zelda Fitzgerald
These lyrics belong to which song...
"Whoa, my love, my darling
I've hungered for your touch
A long, lovely time
And time goes by so slowly
And time can do so much
Are you still mine?
I need your love"
Unchained Melody
What group of people are said to receive the most Valentine's Day Cards?
Teachers
How many pounds of chocolate are consumed each Valentines Day?
58 Million pounds?
True or False: St. Valentine is the patron saint of numerous things, including beekeepers and travelers?
True
What formal Prime Minister proposed marriage to the famous actress Ethel Barrymore?
Winston Churchill. He asked for her hand in 1900, but she declined
These lyrics belong to which song...
"Light up your face with gladness
Hide every trace of sadness
Although a tear may be ever so near
That's the time you must keep on trying"
Smile
What flower is the traditional symbol of Love?
The Rose. Red Roses suggest passion and true love. Dark pink indicates gratitude, while light pink refers to desire, passion and energy. Yellow roses symbolize friendship or jealousy
What metal is often used for Valentine's Jewelry?
Gold
Who is believed to have written the oldest Valentine still in existence?
Charles, Duke of Orleans. The valentine is believed to be a love poem he wrote to his wife in 1415
What two birds are associated with Valentines Day?
Love birds and Doves. Lovebirds are colourful birds that get their name because they sit so close to their mate. Doves mate for life, and both partners take care of their young equally.
These lyrics belong to which song...
" Wherever you're going, I'm going your way
Two drifters off to see the world
There's such a lot of world to see
We're after the same rainbow's end
Waiting 'round the bend
My Huckleberry friend
Moonriver
What book by D.H Lawrence was not openly published until 32 years after it was written?
Lady Chatterley's Lover
What is another word for love that starts with "A"
Admiration