Valentines Day Mix Up
What are the 2 common Valentines' day colors?
Red and Pink
Valentine's Day is named after which patron saint?
St. Valentine
Roses are red and violets are _______.
Blue
What does term or abbreviation “XOXO” mean?
Hugs and kisses
This shape of chocolate is the most popular shape on Valentines Day.
Heart
These two characters make up television’s The Odd Couple.
Who are Felix and Oscar? The show is based on a play by Neil Simon, who originally did not want anything to do with a TV show but eventually became a big fan.
What fruit is also known as the “love apple”?
A Tomato
What is the popular Valentines Day symbol?
Heart
What is the “official” date of Valentine’s Day?
February 14th
When did Sweethearts first get their shape?
1901
How much money do Americans spend on chocolate for Valentine's Day each year?
About 1 Million dollars
From the late ’80s and into the ’90s, Michael Jordan and Scottie Pippen were basketball’s star pair, playing for this team.
Who are the Chicago Bulls? Although the pair are one of sport’s most notable duos, they have reportedly feuded off and on ever since.
What state produces most of America’s red roses?
California
How many people typically buy Valentines for their pets?
A. 7 million B. 9 million C. 11 million D. 13 million
B. 9 million
Chocolate, chocolate covered strawberries, candy
Another Victorian-era term for a mean and comically mocking Valentine's Day card shares a name with what TV show?
Penny Dreadful
What is the popular candy that has sweet messages written on each candy?
What is Sweethearts or Heart sweets
Introduced in the ’70s, Reese’s Pieces are an iconic pairing of peanut butter and chocolate that got a huge marketing boost from this film.
What is E.T. the Extra-Terrestrial? In the film, E.T. is lured into the house with Reese’s Pieces candies, which generated many sales of the candy.
Double Jeopardy! Which profession will receive the most valentines on Valentine's Day?
TEACHERS!
In what country is Valentine's Day known as "Friend's Day?"
Finland
The princess kisses this creature for it to become a nice charming prince.
Frog
What major invention was patented on Valentine's Day?
Founded in 1806, what Salem, Massachusetts confectioner is known as America's oldest candy company?
Ye Olde Pepper Candy Companie
They make up the entertainment duo the Osmonds.
Who are Donny and Marie? Born and raised in Utah, the pair have been musical icons and television hosts among other talents.
Along with Valentine's Day, which other holiday sells the most flowers?
Mother's Day
According to Statista, what's the least desired Valentine's Day gift by women?
Teddy bear
What is the winged child shooting arrows at unsuspecting Valentines called?
Cupid
Valentine's Day is the second most popular day of the year for sending cards. What is the first?
Christmas
According to the National Confectioners Association, how many cocoa beans does it take to make a pound of chocolate?
400
This Vermont-based ice cream duo opened their first scoop shop in 1978.
Who are Ben and Jerry? The shop opened in a converted gas station and has since grown into a worldwide company.
Which bird symbolizes Valentine’s Day?
Dove
The most popular Valentine's Day activity is?
Going out to eat
Approximately how many marriage proposals occur each year on Valentine's Day
a. 110,000 b. 220,000 c. 330,000 d. 440,000
220,000
About how many roses are sent for Valentine's Day each year?
a. 10 million b. 25 million c. 50 million d. 100 million
50 million
Approximately how many greeting cards are sent in the United States on Valentine's Day?
a. 145 million b. 50 million c. 75 million d. 10 million
145 Million
1977’s Star Wars: A New Hope introduced us to Han Solo and this big, furry sidekick.
Who is Chewbacca? The film was so successful that it earned almost $800 million worldwide.