MYTHOLOGY
Which ancient civilization mythology introduced the image of Cupid?
Roman
When did cards and chocolates start being mass produced for this occasion? a)1840s b)1820s c) 1830s
c) 1830s
When did England officially declare Valentine‘s Day as a holiday? a)1537 b)1437 c)1637
a)1537
What word appears in more song titles than any other word?
LOVE
Explain the idiom: „to learn by heart“.
To learn it exactly and from memory.
This couple shared an apple.
Adam and Eve
Roughly how many heart shaped boxes of chocolate are given every year? a) 50 million a)10 million b) 36 million
b) 36 million
When was Valentine‘s Day first celebrated? a) 496 AD b) 496 BC c) 596 AD
a) 496 AD
What is the official bird of Valentine‘s Day?
DOVE
Explain the idiom: „with half a heart“.
To do something with not enough effort or enthusiasm.
What flower was the favourite flower of Venus? Name the flower and the colour.
Red rose
Roughly how many cards are exchanged every year for Valentine‘s Day? a) 20 million b) 1 billion c) 2 billions
b) 1 billion
In the middle ages, men used to do this to determine who their valentine would be. How did they do it?
Pick names out of the bowl
Which country has banned Valentine's Day?
Saudi Arabia
Explain the idiom: „to have a heart-to-heart“
To have a serious and important conversation with someone.
Which Roman goddess was Cupid’s mother?
Venus
How many percent of women send flowers to themselves on Valentine‘s Day?
15%
Long ago women believed that if this type of bird flew over their head, they were going to marry a sailor. What bird is it?
Robin
Valentine‘s Day is named after the St Valentine. He is also a patron saint of one serious illness. What illness is it?
EPILEPSY
Explain the idiom: „In a heartbeat“.
Immediately
In Roman mythology, Cupid spill this to make roses grow.
Nectar
How many percent of pet owners give their pets gifts on Valentine‘s Day?
3%
He invented the first Valentines Day candy box in the late 1800s. He is the founder of one of the well-know cocoa and chocolate companies in the UK. His name is Richard. What is his surname?
Cadbury
Where was the first Valentines day card sent from?
Jail
Explain the idiom: „to have your heart in your mouth“.
When you feel very nervous about something, your heart is in your mouth.