Valentines Day History
How did Valentine’s Day get its name?
The holiday is named after St. Valentine, a somewhat mysterious historical figure. One of the most popular theories is that he was a priest who officiated the weddings of soldiers in the third century A.D.
Which company created sweetheart candies?
The New England Confectionery Company (Necco)
Name three of the top five most popular gift categories on Valentine’s Day.
Candy, flowers, greeting cards, an evening out, jewelry
Frank Sinatra, Judy Garland and Elvis Presley all got married in what U.S. city?
Las Vegas
What Valentine’s message can you find in honeycomb?
Bee Mine
What star sign are you if you’re born on Valentine’s Day?
Aquarius
How many heart-shaped boxes of chocolates are typically sold each Valentine’s Day?
A. 350
B. 3500
C. 35 Million
C. 35 Million
How many roses are produced for Valentine’s Day?
A. 250
B. 250,000
C. 250 Million
C. 250 million
In the 1955 animated feature “Lady and the Tramp,” two dogs share a smooch over a meal of what?
Spaghetti and meatballs
What did one candy bar say to the other who arrived long past their date time?
“You’re choco-late.”
What is Cupid the Roman god of?
Love
Hershey’s Hugs are a Hershey Kiss covered in _____?
White Chocolate
What do yellow roses symbolize?
Friendship
Which singer originally wrote and performed ‘I Will Always Love You’?
2. Dolly Parton
Why are artichokes so beloved?
They’re known for their hearts.
What popular website debuted on Valentine’s Day in 2005?
YouTube
What fruit is often dipped in chocolate on Valentine’s Day?
Strawberries
Besides Valentine’s Day, for which holiday are the most flowers sent?
Mother's Day
Fill in the blank: Endless Love is performed by Lionel Richie and _____?
Why were the forks disappointed on Valentine’s Day?
All they wanted to do was spoon.
What can Cupid typically be found carrying?
A bow and arrow
What famous chocolate maker created heart shaped boxes?
Cadbury
About how many Valentine’s Day cards are exchanged every year?
A. 100
B. 1 Million
C. 1 Billion
C. 1 Billion
Fill in the blank: I Hope You Don’t Mind That I Put Down In Words How _____ Life Is When You’re In The World.
How did the cashew share its feelings with the almond?
“I’m nuts about you.”