The History of April Fools' Day!

Question 1

This controversial theory, rooted in Chaucer's The Canterbury Tales, believes...

Accepted Answer

the line "32 March" was a reference to April Fools' Day.

Question 2

In 1708, which magazine made one of the earliest mentions of April Fools?

Accepted Answer

Britain's Apollo magazine

Question 3

Which countries have a tradition of attaching a paper fish to someone's back on April Fools' Day?

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France, Belgium, Italy

Question 4

In the 16th century, what occurred when Christians switched to the Gregorian calendar?

Accepted Answer

The new year began January 1st and this fooled people.

Question 5

In the Julian calendar, what was thought to mark the beginning of the year?

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The Vernal Equinox

Question 6

How did Hilaria celebrate and honor Cybele, the ancient Greek Mother of Gods?

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There were parades., Masquerades and jokes were used.

Question 7

True or False: The origins of April Fools' Day are conflicting, unknown, and mysterious.

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True

Question 8

True or False: Those who did not hear of the calendar change celebrated the new year in April.

Accepted Answer

True

Question 9

Before France adopted the Gregorian calendar, they celebrated the new year for...

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eight days

Question 10

Which Greco-Roman festival, celebrated on March 25th, honored Cybele?

Accepted Answer

Hilaria

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