Valentine's Day Quiz

Question 1

Which famous playwright coined the term "star-crossed lovers?"

Accepted Answer

William Shakespeare

Question 2

Romance is linked to Valentine's Day due to the medieval belief that the mating season of what animal begins on Feb. 14?

Accepted Answer

Bird

Question 3

On average, how many times does your heart beat in one day?

Accepted Answer

100,000

Question 4

With a population of 108 people, which U.S. state is home to the town of Valentine?

Accepted Answer

Texas

Question 5

According to Roman mythology, who is the son of Mercury and Venus?

Accepted Answer

Cupid

Question 6

Which mammal boasts the largest heart?

Accepted Answer

Whale

Question 7

In the movie "Titanic," what's the name of Rose's necklace?

Accepted Answer

The Heart of the Ocean

Question 8

What does XOXO stand for?

Accepted Answer

Hugs and Kisses (Kiss Hug Kiss Hug)

Question 9

Where do cocoa beans come from?

Accepted Answer

Cocoa Trees

Question 10

Approximately how many roses are produced for Valentine's Day each year?

Accepted Answer

250 Million

Question 11

Which month is designated National Candy Month?

Accepted Answer

June

Question 12

How many cocoa beans does it take to make a pound of chocolate?

Accepted Answer

400

Question 13

How many heart candies come in a single box of Sweethearts?

Accepted Answer

36

Question 14

After candy, what's the most popular gift consumers give on Valentine's Day?

Accepted Answer

Greeting Cards

Question 15

In the movie "Sleepless in Seattle," where do Tom Hanks and Meg Ryan meet face-to-face for the first time?

Accepted Answer

At the top of the Empire State Building

Question 16

Between women and men, who typically has a faster heartbeat?

Accepted Answer

Women

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