45 Valentine's Day Trivia Questions With Multiple-Choice Answer
Love is in the air, and what better way to celebrate than with a fun and engaging Valentine’s Day trivia quiz? Whether you’re a hopeless romantic or just looking for a bit of entertainment, join us as we dive into the fascinating history, traditions, and pop culture surrounding this beloved holiday.
Test your knowledge with our curated list of trivia questions covering everything from ancient Roman festivals to modern-day customs. Get ready to challenge yourself and discover some surprising facts about Valentine’s Day!
Valentine's Day Trivia Questions & Answers
1. What is the origin of Valentine’s Day?
a) Roman festival of Lupercalia
b) Greek festival of Eros
c) Egyptian festival of Hathor
d) Chinese festival of Qixi
a) Roman festival of Lupercalia
2. Which symbol is commonly associated with Valentine’s Day?
a) Heart
b) Star
c) Crescent
d) Diamond
a) Heart
3. Who was the Roman god of love?
a) Zeus
b) Mars
c) Cupid
d) Mercury
c) Cupid
4. In what country did the tradition of sending Valentine’s Day cards originate?
a) France
b) England
c) Italy
d) United States
b) England
5. What color is often associated with Valentine’s Day?
a) Red
b) Blue
c) Green
d) Yellow
a) Red
6. Which Shakespeare play features a character named Valentine?
a) Romeo and Juliet
b) Macbeth
c) A Midsummer Night’s Dream
d) Two Gentlemen of Verona
d) Two Gentlemen of Verona
7. What percentage of women purchase flowers for Valentine’s Day?
a) 15%
b) 20%
c) 33%
d) 45%
a) 15%
8. Which candy is often exchanged on Valentine’s Day?
a) Chocolate
b) Licorice
c) Gummy bears
d) Peppermints
a) Chocolate
9. Which flower is traditionally associated with Valentine’s Day?
a) Rose
b) Daisy
c) Lily
d) Tulip
a) Rose
10. In the conversation hearts candies, what does “XOXO” stand for?
a) Be Mine
b) Love Forever
c) Hugs and Kisses
d) Sweetheart
c) Hugs and Kisses
11. Who is known as the patron saint of lovers?
a) St. Valentine
b) St. Patrick
c) St. Nicholas
d) St. Francis
a) St. Valentine
12. Which city is known as the “Love Capital of the World”?
a) Rome
b) Venice
c) Paris
d) Barcelona
c) Paris
13. Which famous poet wrote, “How do I love thee? Let me count the ways.”?
a) William Wordsworth
b) Lord Byron
c) John Keats
d) Elizabeth Barrett Browning
d) Elizabeth Barrett Browning
14. Which of the following is not a traditional Valentine’s Day gift?
a) Perfume
b) Jewelry
c) Socks
d) Teddy Bear
c) Socks
15. What was the title of the 2010 romantic comedy film starring Jennifer Aniston and Gerard Butler, released around Valentine’s Day?
a) The Ugly Truth
b) The Proposal
c) The Bounty Hunter
d) Just Go with It
c) The Bounty Hunter
16. Which saint’s feast day is celebrated on February 14th in some Christian denominations?
a) St. Anthony
b) St. Patrick
c) St. George
d) St. Valentine
d) St. Valentine
17. Which bird is a symbol of love and is associated with Valentine’s Day?
a) Dove
b) Hawk
c) Eagle
d) Robin
a) Dove
18. In Welsh folklore, on Valentine’s Day, it is customary for young people to:
a) Exchange handmade gifts
b) Sing love songs
c) Carve wooden love spoons
d) Wear red clothing
c) Carve wooden love spoons
19. What is the name of the Roman goddess of love and beauty?
a) Venus
b) Diana
c) Minerva
d) Juno
a) Venus
20. Which color is traditionally worn by people to show support for Valentine’s Day?
a) Red
b) Pink
c) White
d) Black
a) Red
Valentine's Day Trivia Quiz
21. In which year was the first box of chocolates created for Valentine’s Day?
a) 1844
b) 1861
c) 1900
d) 1923
b) 1861
22. Which of the following is not a Valentine’s Day tradition in Japan?
a) Women give chocolates to men
b) Men give chocolates to women
c) Friends exchange “platonic” chocolates
d) Couples exchange handwritten letters
d) Couples exchange handwritten letters
23. Which romantic comedy film stars Rachel McAdams and Ryan Gosling and is set in the 1940s?
a) Sleepless in Seattle
b) 50 First Dates
c) The Notebook
d) When Harry Met Sally
c) The Notebook
24. What is the name of the god of desire, erotic love, and attraction in Hinduism?
a) Vishnu
b) Kamadeva
c) Shiva
d) Brahma
b) Kamadeva
25. Which famous author wrote the novel “Pride and Prejudice”?
a) Jane Austen
b) Charles Dickens
c) Charlotte Brontë
d) Emily Dickinson
a) Jane Austen
26. What does the word “Valentine” mean?
a) Joy
b) Affection
c) Lover
d) Friend
d) Friend
27. What is the traditional flower of friendship?
a) Sunflower
b) Daisy
c) Yellow Rose
d) Carnation
c) Yellow Rose
28. Which famous artist painted “The Kiss”?
a) Gustav Klimt
b) Vincent van Gogh
c) Pablo Picasso
d) Leonardo da Vinci
a) Gustav Klimt
29. In the conversation hearts candies, what does “QTPIE” stand for?
a) Cutie Pie
b) Quick Time, Please Invite Everyone
c) Quite The Perfect Individual, Eh?
d) Questionable Taste, Please Indulge Experimentally
a) Cutie Pie
30. What is the meaning of the Italian phrase “Ti Amo”?
a) I like you
b) I love you
c) I admire you
d) I cherish you
b) I love you
Valentine's Day Questions With Multiple-Choice Answers
31. What is the name of the Greek god of love?
a) Apollo
b) Eros
c) Hermes
d) Dionysus
b) Eros
32. What is the traditional Valentine’s Day flower in Denmark?
a) Red Rose
b) Snowdrop
c) Lily of the Valley
d) Daisy
b) Snowdrop
33. Which Beatles song includes the line “All you need is love”?
a) Let It Be
b) Yesterday
c) Hey Jude
d) All You Need Is Love
d) All You Need Is Love
34. Some countries celebrate “Friendship Day” on February 14th instead of Valentine’s Day, which of the following is not one of them?
a) Finland
b) Estonia
c) Paraguay
d) Mexico
c) Paraguay
35. Which Roman emperor banned marriage to increase the number of soldiers in his army?
a) Augustus
b) Nero
c) Claudius
d) Julius Caesar
c) Claudius
36. In what year did Hallmark introduce the first Valentine’s Day cards?
a) 1910
b) 1913
c) 1920
d) 1927
b) 1913
37. Which Roman god was Cupid’s mother?
a) Venus
b) Juno
c) Minerva
d) Diana
a) Venus
38. Which famous author wrote the novel “Romeo and Juliet”?
a) William Shakespeare
b) Jane Austen
c) Charles Dickens
d) Mark Twain
a) William Shakespeare
39. In Finland, Valentine’s Day is known as:
a) Liefde Dag
b) Amor día
c) Ystävänpäivä
d) Jour d’amour
c) Ystävänpäivä
40. What is the name of the romantic comedy film starring Julia Roberts and Hugh Grant, set in London?
a) Love Actually
b) Notting Hill
c) Bridget Jone’s Diary
d) Four Weddings and a Funeral
b) Notting Hill
41. Which poet wrote the famous line, “Love looks not with the eyes, but with the mind”?
a) William Wordsworth
b) Lord Byron
c) John Keats
d) William Shakespeare
d) William Shakespeare
42. Which famous artist created the iconic “Love” sculpture, often featured on Valentine’s Day cards?
a) Pablo Picasso
b) Claude Monet
c) Robert Indiana
d) Vincent van Gogh
c) Robert Indiana
43. What is the name of the festival celebrated in South Korea on March 14th as a sequel to Valentine’s Day?
a) White Day
b) Pink Day
c) Purple Day
d) Black Day
a) White Day
44. Which country has a tradition of celebrating Valentine’s Day with a festival called “Qixi”?
a) Japan
b) China
c) India
d) Vietnam
b) China
45. In Denmark, it is a tradition to send a humorous Valentine’s Day card called:
a) Gækkebrev
b) Jokekort
c) Latterdag
d) Skæmteda
a) Gækkebrev
We hope you enjoyed our Valentine’s Day trivia quiz and learned something new about this special holiday.
Valentine’s Day is not just about romance; it’s also about spreading love and appreciation to all those special people in your life. So whether you’re celebrating with a partner, friends, or family, we wish you a day filled with love, joy, and plenty of sweet treats. Happy Valentine’s Day!
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