Mother's Day Quiz

Why is Mother's Day on the second Sunday in May?

• To celebrate the arrival of spring

• To avoid clashing with other holidays

• To honor the goddess Venus

• To coincide with Mother's birthdays

Why is carnation the flower symbolizing Mother's Day?

• Symbolizes purity and innocence

• Represents good luck and prosperity

• Symbolizes motherly love and gratitude

• Represents peace and tranquility

What does the flower carnation symbolize?

• Longevity and strength

• Wisdom and knowledge

• Beauty and elegance

• Youth and energy

In Greek mythology, where were carnations believed to have sprung from?

• The smile of Athena

• The anger of Zeus

• The tears of Venus

• The laughter of Apollo

Which country celebrates Mother's Day on the last Sunday of May?

• France

• Japan

• United States

• Australia

When is Mother's Day celebrated in the United Kingdom?

• Second Sunday of May

• Fourth Sunday of March

• First Sunday of June

• Last Sunday of May

Which country celebrates Mother's Day by sending flowers, gifts, and hosting family gatherings?

• United Kingdom

• France

• Australia

• Japan

What did Anna Jarvis choose carnations as the symbol of Mother's Day?

• Because they symbolize purity

• Because they are easy to find

• Because they are her favorite flowers

• Because her mother loved them