How Valentine's Day Became a Worldwide Celebration of Love

Valentine's Day is a globally celebrated holiday, especially popular among couples. It has a rich history, originating from the Roman festival Lupercalia, which was later renamed by Pope Gelasius I in 496 AD. The legend of Saint Valentine, a priest who conducted secret marriages, adds a romantic layer to the holiday. Over time, Valentine's Day evolved from a celebration of brotherly love to one of romantic love, influenced by literary works like those of Chaucer. Today, it is marked by the exchange of gifts, chocolates, and cards.

What is one of the main commercial aspects associated with Valentine's Day?

• Fireworks

• Gifts and chocolates

• Costumes

• Parades

Which ancient festival is considered a precursor to Valentine's Day?

• Floralia

• Bacchanalia

• Lupercalia

• Saturnalia

Who was responsible for renaming the Roman festival to Saint Valentine's Day?

• Emperor Claudius II

• Pope Gelasius I

• Saint Valentine

• Geoffrey Chaucer

What was Saint Valentine known for doing in secret?

• Writing poetry

• Conducting marriages

• Teaching philosophy

• Organizing festivals

Which poet is credited with associating Valentine's Day with romantic love?

• John Keats

• Geoffrey Chaucer

• William Shakespeare

• Lord Byron