Love & History
In Roman mythology, what were Cupid’s arrows believed to do?
What is cause instant attraction?
What Valentine’s Day candy was created to encourage communication?
What is candy hearts (or conversation hearts)?
These small, delicate flowers are often included in bouquets for a soft, sweet touch.
What is baby's breath?
Which gift category consistently draws the most dollars on Valentine’s Day?
What is jewelry?
What popular Valentine’s Day symbol was once believed to have medicinal powers?
A. Roses
B. Chocolate
C. Hearts
What is: B. Chocolate?
About how many Valentine’s Day cards are exchanged worldwide each year?
What is 1 billion?
Which rose color traditionally symbolizes friendship rather than romance?
What is yellow?
What percentage of people admit they’ve forgotten Valentine’s Day at least once?
What is 40%
What Valentine’s Day tradition involved drawing names to determine romantic fate?
A. Love lotteries
B. Matchmaking feasts
C. Courtship cards
D. Romance wheels
What is: A. Love lotteries
Which U.S. state produces the most Valentine’s Day chocolates?
A. New York
B. Pennsylvania
C. California
D. Illinois
WHat is: B. Pennsylvania
Who receives the most Valentine’s Day cards each year?
A. Teachers
B. Significant others
C. Mothers
D. Best friends
Who is: C. Mothers
Which flower is considered less romantic but still spikes in Valentine’s Day sales?
A. Sunflowers
B. Tulips
C. Carnations
D. Daisies
What is: C. Carnations
Approximately how much money is spent on Valentine’s Day in the U.S. each year?
Hint: It is in the billions
What is 25 billion?
Which surprising group played a major role in spreading Valentine’s Day traditions across Europe?
A. Royal families
B. Medieval poets
C. Traveling merchants
D. Religious leaders
What is: B. Medieval poets
Which item consistently ranks among top Valentine’s Day gifts (besides flowers and candy)?
What is stuffed animals?
Which candy heart phrase was retired after causing controversy?
A. “Fax Me”
B. “Text Me”
C. “Call Me”
D. “Email Me”
What is: A. “Fax Me”
Which animal appears most frequently on Valentine’s Day cards after hearts?
A. Cats
B. Dogs
C. Birds
D. Bears
What is: D. Bears
Which age group spends the most per person on Valentine’s Day?
A. 18–24
B. 25–34
C. 35–44
D. 45–54
What is D: 45-54
5. In which country do women traditionally give gifts to men on Valentine’s Day?
A. Italy
B. Japan
C. Brazil
D. France
What is: B. Japan
Which Valentine’s Day gift is most likely to be re-gifted?
What is candles?
What percentage of Valentine’s Day cards are purchased after February 10?
A. 15%
B. 25%
C. 40%
D. 55%
What is C: 40%