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Valentine's Day History

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Why is Valentine's feast day associated with love?

Because he was a famous poet who wrote love sonnets.

Because he was a skilled matchmaker who paired people based on their personalities.

Because he defied the emperor’s orders and secretly married couples to spare them from war. (correct)

Because he discovered a love potion that made people fall in love.

What is commonly depicted on valentines?

Fireworks and balloons signifying celebration.

Angry birds symbolizing passion.

Cupid, the Roman god of love, and hearts. (correct)

Trees and snowflakes representing purity.

Why do traditional gifts for Valentine's Day include red roses?

Because they were Cupid's favorite flowers in Roman mythology.

Because they symbolize beauty and love. (correct)

Because they are believed to bring good luck.

Because they represent rebirth and renewal.

In which country is Valentine's Day considered the most common wedding anniversary?

Philippines Signup and view all the answers

Why do many schoolchildren exchange valentines with each other on Valentine's Day?

Due to the historical custom of sending handwritten greetings. Signup and view all the answers

What event led to the origin of Valentine's Day according to the text?

Roman festival of Lupercalia Signup and view all the answers

When did Valentine's Day start being celebrated as a day of romance?

14th century Signup and view all the answers

Which Pope is sometimes credited with replacing the Roman festival of Lupercalia with St. Valentine's Day?

Pope Gelasius I Signup and view all the answers

According to legend, to whom did the priest martyr St. Valentine write a letter signed 'from your Valentine'?

His jailer's daughter Signup and view all the answers

What event led Pope Gelasius I to forbid the celebration of Lupercalia?

Fertility rites and pairing off by lottery Signup and view all the answers