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On what date is Valentine’s Day celebrated every year?

Valentine’s Day is celebrated ON FEBRUARY 14TH every year.

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What do people usually say to greet someone on February 14th?

People usually say "HAPPY VALENTINE'S DAY."

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What is the most popular romantic flower mentioned?

The most popular romantic flower mentioned is the RED ROSE.

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Where do many couples go in the evening on Valentine’s Day?

Many couples go TO A RESTAURANT in the evening.

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What do children exchange at school in the United States?

Children exchange VALENTINE’S CARDS at school in the United States.

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What kind of holiday is Valentine’s Day mainly described as?

Valentine’s Day is mainly described as a ROMANTIC holiday.

200

What do you say to invite someone to spend Valentine’s Day with you?

You say “WILL YOU BE MY VALENTINE?” to invite someone.

200

What sweet gift often comes in a heart-shaped box?

CHOCOLATES often come in a heart-shaped box.

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What makes a dinner “candlelit”?

A candlelit dinner has CANDLES and SOFT LIGHTING.

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Are school card exchanges common in the UK?

School card exchanges are NOT VERY COMMON in the UK.

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Why do some people call it a commercial holiday?
 

Some people call it a commercial holiday because PEOPLE BUY GIFTS AND PRODUCTS.

300

What does “significant other” mean?

 “Significant other” means a ROMANTIC PARTNER.

300

What is the British English word for “stuffed toy”?

The British English word for “stuffed toy” is CUDDLY TOY.

300

Why is it important to make a reservation in advance?

It is important because RESTAURANTS GET FULLY BOOKED.

300

What happens to card shops in February in the UK?

Card shops TURN COMPLETELY RED during February.

400

What colors are most connected to Valentine’s Day?

The colors most connected to Valentine’s Day are RED and PINK.

400

What does “go all out” mean in the context of Valentine’s Day?

“Go all out” means to MAKE A BIG EFFORT and DO SOMETHING SPECIAL.

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Why are many Valentine’s gifts heart-shaped?

Many gifts are heart-shaped because the HEART SYMBOL REPRESENTS LOVE.

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What can couples do if they stay at home?

Couples can HAVE A ROMANTIC DINNER at home.

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Is Valentine’s Day only about romantic relationships?

Valentine’s Day is NOT ONLY ABOUT ROMANTIC relationships but ALSO ABOUT FRIENDSHIP.

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What is the main symbol of Valentine’s Day?

The main symbol of Valentine’s Day is the HEART.

500

What does “splurge” mean in the context of dinner plans?

“Splurge” means to SPEND EXTRA MONEY ON SOMETHING SPECIAL.

500

What is Galentine’s?

Galentine’s is a celebration where WOMEN SPEND TIME TOGETHER AS FRIENDS.

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Why do the speakers think the timing in February is good?

The speakers think February is good because PEOPLE WANT TO GO OUT AFTER A LONG, cold January.

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What do the speakers ask listeners to do at the end of the video?

The speakers ask listeners to SHARE THEIR STORIES and DOWNLOAD THE PICTURE DICTIONARY.