Valentine’s Day History
What is the official date of Valentine’s Day?
February 14th
Romeo and Juliet were from feuding families in what play?
Romeo and Juliet
What type of candy is often given in a heart-shaped box on Valentine’s Day?
Chocolates
In Shrek, who is Shrek’s true love?
Fiona
Tony Stark (Iron Man) is in love with which character?
Pepper Potts
Valentine’s Day is named after which type of historical figure?
A saint
This Egyptian queen had a legendary love affair with Mark Antony.
Cleopatra
These small pastel candies with messages like “Be Mine” are a Valentine’s Day classic.
Conversation hearts
In Frozen, what is the name of Anna’s sister who tells her, “You can’t marry a man you just met”?
Elsa
In Spider-Man: No Way Home, who is Peter Parker’s girlfriend?
MJ (Michelle Jones-Watson)
Which ancient civilization is believed to have started the tradition of Valentine’s Day with the festival Lupercalia?
The Romans
What famous couple ruled France before being executed during the French Revolution?
Marie Antoinette and Louis XVI
Which country is known for inventing milk chocolate?
Switzerland
What Disney movie features Lady and Tramp sharing a plate of spaghetti?
Lady and the Tramp
Wanda Maximoff falls in love with which superhero?
Vision
What year did Valentine’s Day become an official holiday in England? ~25 years.
1537
Which real-life couple famously wrote love letters to each other while one was in prison on Robben Island?
Nelson and Winnie Mandela
What is the name of the Italian dessert that means “pick me up” and contains coffee and mascarpone?
Tiramisu
In Aladdin, what is the name of the princess who falls in love with Aladdin?
Jasmine
In Guardians of the Galaxy, Star-Lord (Peter Quill) has feelings for which character?
Gamora
Who is the Roman god of love, often associated with Valentine’s Day?
Cupid
In Greek mythology, who was Orpheus trying to rescue from the underworld?
Eurydice
What is the most popular flavor of chocolate given on Valentine’s Day?
Milk chocolate
What Pixar movie follows the love story of Carl and Ellie, shown in a famous montage?
Up
In Thor: Love and Thunder, which scientist rekindles her romance with Thor?
Jane Foster