Love in History
This ancient queen of Egypt had a famous love affair with Mark Antony.
Who is Cleopatra?
This movie features the famous line, "You had me at hello."
What is Jerry Maguire?
Valentine’s Day is named after this saint, though his exact history is debated.
Who is St. Valentine?
This flower is the most popular gift on Valentine’s Day.
What is a rose?
This Italian word, often used in music, translates to “sweetly” and is associated with romance.
What is dolce?
This English playwright wrote one of the most famous love stories, Romeo and Juliet.
Who is William Shakespeare?
This iconic singer wrote the hit song I Will Always Love You, later covered by Whitney Houston.
Who is Dolly Parton?
This European country is believed to have started the first Valentine’s Day card tradition.
What is England?
This precious gemstone, often found in engagement rings, symbolizes everlasting love.
What is a diamond?
The French word for "love" is this.
What is "amour"?
This U.S. president wrote over 1,000 love letters to his wife Abigail while away from home.
Who is John Adams?
In Pride and Prejudice, Elizabeth Bennet refuses this man’s first proposal before ultimately accepting.
Who is Mr. Darcy?
In this Asian country, women traditionally give men chocolates on Valentine's Day.
What is Japan?
This small mythological figure is known for shooting arrows that make people fall in love.
Who is Cupid?
In Greek mythology, this goddess represents love and beauty.
Who is Aphrodite?
This artist painted The Kiss, one of the most famous romantic paintings.
Who is Gustav Klimt?
This Disney movie features the romantic spaghetti dinner scene.
What is Lady and the Tramp?
In this Latin American country, Valentine’s Day is known as “Día del Amor y la Amistad” (Day of Love and Friendship).
What is Colombia?
This Italian city is famous as the setting of Romeo and Juliet and has a "Juliet’s Balcony" for tourists.
What is Verona?
The word "honeymoon" originates from an old tradition where newlyweds would drink this type of beverage for a month.
What is mead (honey wine)?
The Taj Mahal, one of the most beautiful monuments in the world, was built as a symbol of love by a ruler from this country.
What is India?
This Shakespearean comedy features four lovers lost in a magical forest, with fairies meddling in their relationships.
What is A Midsummer Night’s Dream?
According to one theory, the tradition of giving flowers on Valentine’s Day began in this European royal court in the 18th century.
What is Sweden?
This celestial body, often associated with romance, is famous for inspiring love songs and poetry.
What is the moon?
What is the Hawaiian word for love, often associated with deep affection and kindness?
What is "aloha"?