Valentine's Day Origins
Symbols of Love
Valentine's Day Treats
Love and Romance in History
Valentine's Day Worldwide
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What year did Saint Valentine’s Day become officially recognized by the Catholic Church?
496 AD.
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What is the meaning of the red rose, which is often given on Valentine’s Day?
Passion and deep love.
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What is the most popular Valentine’s Day candy in the United States?
Chocolate
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Which famous writer penned the love story Romeo and Juliet?
William Shakespeare.
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In which country did the tradition of giving chocolates on Valentine's Day first begin?
Japan
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Which Roman emperor is believed to have banned marriages, leading to Saint Valentine performing secret weddings?
Emperor Claudius II.
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What is Cupid’s weapon of choice?
A bow and an arrow.
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What is the name of the candy that has sweet, conversation-like messages on them?
Sweethearts (conversation hearts).
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Who is known as the "Queen of Hearts" in Alice’s Adventures in Wonderland?
The Queen of Hearts.
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In Finland, Valentine's Day is called “Ystävänpäivä.” What does it mean?
Friend’s Day.
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What was Saint Valentine’s punishment for performing secret weddings?
He was executed.
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What animal is associated with Valentine’s Day as a symbol of love?
The dove.
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Which popular chocolate brand creates heart-shaped boxes of chocolates for Valentine’s Day?
Russell Stover
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Which French queen, known for her beauty, was the inspiration for many romanticized love stories?
Marie Antoinette.
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In which country is Valentine’s Day celebrated as “Dia dos Namorados” (Lovers’ Day)?
Brazil.
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When did the tradition of sending Valentine’s cards start?
The early 15th century.
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What color of roses represents friendship?
Yellow.
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What fruit is commonly dipped in chocolate as a Valentine’s Day treat?
Strawberries.
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What was the first romantic comedy to win an Academy Award for Best Picture?
It Happened One Night (1934).
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In Italy, what do lovers traditionally exchange on Valentine’s Day?
Baci (chocolate kisses).
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What is the “Valentine’s Day Massacre,” and when did it occur?
The 1929 Chicago gangster massacre during Prohibition.
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What is the traditional shape associated with Valentine’s Day?
A heart.
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In the UK, what is the traditional Valentine’s Day dessert that is often served?
Sticky toffee pudding.
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Who wrote the famous line, “It is better to have loved and lost than never to have loved at all”?
Alfred Lord Tennyson. He was an English poet. He was the Poet Laureate during much of Queen Victoria's reign.
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What is the name of the traditional Valentine’s Day activity in South Korea where women give men chocolates and men return the favor on White Day?
White Day (March 14th).