Valentine's day Trivia

Who was the first Valentine's Day card written by?

• the Duke of Wales

• the Duke of York

• the Duke of Orleans

Answer explanation

The Duke of Orleans wrote the earliest known Valentine's Day card in 1415. The letter was written to his wife while he was imprisoned in the Tower of London. The letter is now part of the British Library's manuscript collection. 

What is the name of the Roman goddess of love?

• Aphrodite

• Venus

• Demeter

Which city is known as the City of Love?

• Milan

• Paris

• Vienna

Answer explanation

Paris is known as the "City of Love" because of its romantic history, culture, and atmosphere. The city has been featured in many romantic novels, films, and songs. 

Where do 1/3 of all roses sent on Valentine's Day come from?

• the USA

• France

• the Netherlands

Who was the first English writer to write a poem about Valentine's Day?

• Charles Dickens

• Geoffrey Chaucer

• William Shakespeare

Answer explanation

Chaucer probably composed the poem in 1381–82. At the time, he was a member of the court of King Richard II.

When did Valentine's Day first become a day connected to love?

• the 14th century

• the 16th century

• the 18th century

How much does the average American spend on Valentine's Day each year?

• $172

• $182

• $192

Which English king decided to make Valentine's Day a holiday?

• King James II

• King Henry VII

• King Charles V

In which year was the first heart-shaped box of chocolates made?

• 1768

• 1868

• 1968

Answer explanation

Richard Cadbury, of Cadbury Chocolates, invented the heart-shaped chocolate box in 1868.

In which part of the world is February 14 known as "the Day of the Ones in Love"?

• Latin America

• Asia

• Europe