The Story of Saint Valentine

Who was the Roman Emperor during the third century mentioned in the story?

• Julius Caesar

• Claudius II Gothicus

• Augustus

• Nero

What nickname was given to Claudius II Gothicus?

• Claudius the Brave

• Claudius the Wise

• Claudius the Cruel

• Claudius the Great

Why did Claudius II prohibit marriages and engagements in Rome?

• To save money

• To increase army recruitment

• To make people unhappy

• To celebrate a festival

Who continued to perform marriage ceremonies in secret?

• A Roman soldier

• A Christian priest named Valentine

• The Emperor himself

• A Roman general

What did Valentine do to help couples in love?

• He wrote them letters

• He performed secret marriage ceremonies

• He gave them money

• He sent them away from Rome

What was the reason given by young men for not joining the army?

• They were afraid of war

• They wanted to stay with their families

• They were not strong enough

• They were too young

What did the Emperor do when he found out about Valentine's actions?

• He rewarded Valentine

• He ignored it

• He ordered Valentine's arrest

• He changed the law

What did Valentine request from the jailer while he was imprisoned?

• Food

• Books to read

• A sword

• A map

Who was the jailer's daughter that Valentine agreed to teach?

• Julia

• Mary

• Elizabeth

• Anna

What was unique about the jailer's daughter, Julia?

• She was a princess

• She was blind since birth

• She was a soldier

• She was a famous singer