A Day For Love

What is the definition of an acrostic poem?

• A poem with a hidden message in the last letter of each line

• A poem in which the first letter of each line spells out a word or message

• A poem with a rhyming pattern in every other line

• A poem with a repeating refrain at the end of each stanza

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Understanding word meanings

What is the meaning of Lupercalia?

• A Roman festival

• A Greek festival

• A Chinese festival

• A Viking festival

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Understanding word meanings

What is the origin of Valentine's Day?

• A Roman festival called Lupercalia
• A Christian holiday in honor of St. Valentine
• An ancient tradition of predicting the future
• A Massachusetts woman named Esther Howland

Who is known as the patron saint of lovers?

• St. Valentine
• St. Patrick
• St. Nicholas
• St. Francis

What is the origin of the tradition of sending valentine cards on Valentine's Day?

• The tradition originated from a Roman festival called Lupercalia
• The tradition originated from a Christian holiday honoring St. Valentine
• The tradition originated from a tradition of choosing saints' names as role models
• The tradition originated from a Frenchman imprisoned in the Tower of London

What is the historical significance of pinning bay leaves to a pillow on Valentine's Eve?

• To predict if a young woman will marry her sweetheart
• To determine if a young man will get married
• To bring good luck in finding a suitable partner
• To ward off evil spirits and attract love

What is the significance of the heart symbol on Valentine's Day?

• Love and affection
• Romantic relationships
• Courtship and marriage
• Symbols of Cupid

What is the significance of the winged Roman god Cupid on Valentine's Day?

• Cupid represents love and courtship
• Cupid is the symbol of marriage
• Cupid is associated with predicting the future
• Cupid represents the Roman festival Lupercalia

What is the date of Valentine's Day?

• February 13
• February 14
• February 15
• February 16

What is the significance of sending valentine cards on Valentine's Day?

• To express love and affection to someone special
• To celebrate the holiday of Valentine's Day
• To continue the tradition of courtship and romance
• To honor St. Valentine and his role as the patron saint of lovers