Valentine's Day Facts and Trivia

Valentine's Day is a widely celebrated holiday in the US, with over 62% of Americans participating in activities like sending cards, giving gifts, and enjoying romantic dinners. The holiday's origins trace back to an ancient Roman fertility festival, which was later Christianized. St. Valentine, the holiday's namesake, is a somewhat mysterious figure, with multiple clerics bearing the name. The association with love and romance began in the 1300s, and by the 17th century, exchanging Valentine's cards became a tradition. In the US, the holiday became commercialized in the 1840s, leading to significant consumer spending. Today, Valentine's Day is marked by the exchange of cards, chocolates, and flowers, with many couples choosing to get engaged on this day.

What percentage of Americans celebrate Valentine's Day?

• 80%

• 50%

• 62%

• 75%

What was the ancient Roman festival that influenced Valentine's Day?

• Floralia

• Bacchanalia

• Lupercalia

• Saturnalia

Why was one of the clerics named Valentine executed?

• For stealing from the church

• For opposing the emperor

• For performing secret marriages

• For preaching Christianity

In which century did Valentine's Day become associated with love and romance?

• 12th century

• 13th century

• 14th century

• 15th century

When did the tradition of exchanging Valentine's Day cards begin in Great Britain?

• 18th century

• 17th century

• 16th century

• 15th century

How many Valentine cards are sent each year?

• 500 million

• 1 billion

• 2 billion

• 3 billion

What is the second most popular holiday for sending cards after Christmas?

• Easter

• Thanksgiving

• Valentine's Day

• Mother's Day

How much do Americans spend on Valentine's Day annually?

• $25 billion

• $20 billion

• $15 billion

• $10 billion

What percentage of Americans buy jewelry for Valentine's Day?

• 10%

• 15%

• 20%

• 25%

How many couples are likely to get engaged on Valentine's Day?

• 8 million

• 2 million

• 4 million

• 6 million