February Festivities and Facts

What holiday on February 14th is celebrated around the world as a day of love and affection?

• New Year's Day

• Valentine's Day

• Independence Day

• Halloween

Which U.S. President, known for the Emancipation Proclamation, has a birthday in February?

• George Washington

• Thomas Jefferson

• Abraham Lincoln

• John F. Kennedy

Groundhog Day is a popular tradition in the United States and Canada. On which date is it celebrated?

• February 2

• February 12

• February 22

• February 28

Which famous basketball player, often considered one of the greatest of all time, was born on February 17, 1963?

• LeBron James

• Kobe Bryant

• Michael Jordan

• Shaquille O'Neal

What is the shortest month of the year in the Gregorian calendar?

• January

• February

• March

• April

Which historical event is celebrated by African Americans during the month of February?

• Women's History Month

• Hispanic Heritage Month

• Black History Month

• Native American Heritage Month

Which sign of the zodiac covers the majority of February?

• Aquarius

• Pisces

• Capricorn

• Aries

In a leap year, how many days does February have?

• 28

• 29

• 30

• 31

Which famous English author, known for "Oliver Twist" and "A Christmas Carol," was born on February 7, 1812?

• Jane Austen

• Charles Dickens

• William Shakespeare

• J.K. Rowling

What is the birthstone associated with the month of February?

• Diamond

• Ruby

• Amethyst

• Sapphire