Valentine's Day

Which of these are symbols of Valentine’s Day?

• Pumpkins and turkey

• Rainbows and stars

• Witches and ghosts

• Hearts and cupids

What do many people do on Valentine’s Day?

• Eat a big meal with turkey

• Give and receive cards

• Dress up in costumes

• Swim in the ocean

How many Valentines are sent all over the world?

• over 1 million

• less than 1 million

• over 1 billion

• less than a billion

In what countries is Valentine's Day is mainly celebrated?

• United States, United Kingdom, France, Canada

• Mexico, Italy, Denmark, Australia

• Africa, China, United States, Japan

• both A and B

St. Valentine’s legend emphasizes him as a _________

• Doctor

• Romantic

• Leader

• Hero

Who declared February 14th St. Valentine’s Day in the seventh century?

• George Washington

• Pope Gelasius

• Queen Mary II

• King Tut

During which time period did American’s begin exchanging hand-made valentines?

• 1700s

• 1900s

• 2010s

• 1300s

What was the closing used by St. Valentine in his letters?

• “With love”

• “Yours truly”

• Your Valentine”

• ”Best wishes”

Why was February 14th chosen as the day to celebrate Valentine’s Day?

• It is during winter

• It is thought to be the start of birds’ mating season

• it reminds everyone of love

• it is the second month of the year

Was Valentine’s Day always about celebrating love?

• No

• Yes