St. Valentine's Day Quiz

Where was St. Valentine born?

• Milan

• Rome

• Umbria

• Florence

During which emperor's reign did St. Valentine live?

• Constantine

• Nero

• Claudius II

• Augustus

What edict did Emperor Claudius II issue during his reign?

• Legalized marriage

• Made marriage illegal

• Promoted polygamy

• Encouraged celibacy

What was the reason for Valentine's arrest?

• Leading a rebellion

• Performing secret marriages

• Preaching against the emperor

• Stealing from the rich

What miracle is associated with St. Valentine according to one legend?

• Turning water into wine

• Walking on water

• Healing the blind

• Raising the dead

What did Valentine reportedly leave for the girl before he was executed?

• A ring

• A note

• A flower

• A painting

On which date was St. Valentine martyred?

• April 1st

• March 3rd

• February 14th

• May 20th

What was the commitment of the church to St. Valentine?

• To honor his example of Christian marriage

• To celebrate his romantic love

• To promote his martyrdom

• To remember his healing miracles

What does Valentine's Day represent according to the text?

• Celebration of friendship

• Romantic love

• Flowers and candy

• True sacrificial love

What is marriage considered to be for Christians?

• A cultural tradition

• A legal obligation

• A holy parable of the love of Christ towards his church

• A social contract