Why did Valentine get executed?

He married couples illegally and refused to adopt Roman beliefs.

He carried out illegal activities.

He refused to adopt the Roman ideals.

It was never mentioned anywhere.

Valentine's Day Fun Trivia Quiz

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How excited are you for this Valentines's day? Have you made any plans for it? Let's play this fun trivia quiz on Valentine's Day and answer some questions to see if you know the significance of this special day. How we express love these days is not how people used to in the days of the great Saint Valentine, the Saint was known for helping Christian couples who were in love wed when they were being persecuted. Take up the Valentine's Day trivia below and see just how much you know about this Saint's life and legacy.

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1.

When is the Women’s Memorial March held?
- A.
  
  Valentine's Day
- B.
  
  International Women's Day
- C.
  
  March Madness
- D.
  
  All of the above
Correct Answer
A. Valentine's Day

Explanation
The Women's Memorial March is held on Valentine's Day.

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2.

Which of the following countries don't celebrate Valentine's Day?
- A.
  
  Saudi Arabia
- B.
  
  Lebanon
- C.
  
  Belgium
- D.
  
  U.S.A.
Correct Answer
A. Saudi Arabia

Explanation
Saudi Arabia does not celebrate Valentine's Day. This is because the country follows strict interpretations of Islamic law, which prohibits the celebration of Valentine's Day as it is considered a Western holiday that promotes non-Islamic values. Public displays of affection and the exchange of romantic gifts are also discouraged in the country.

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3.

Choose the correct option: Emperor _____ ruled during Valentine's lifetime.
- A.
  
  Augustus
- B.
  
  Claudius II
- C.
  
  Claudius I
- D.
  
  All of the above
Correct Answer
B. Claudius II

Explanation
During Valentine's lifetime, Emperor Claudius II ruled.

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4.

The Emperor wanted men to...
- A.
  
  Fight wars.
- B.
  
  Raise children.
- C.
  
  Work for the empire.
- D.
  
  Sleep well.
Correct Answer
A. Fight wars.

Explanation
The Emperor wanted men to fight wars. This can be inferred from the fact that the other options, such as raising children or working for the empire, do not align with the typical expectations of an emperor. Emperors are often associated with military power and expansion, so it is logical to assume that the Emperor would want men to fight wars in order to strengthen and expand the empire.

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5.

Valentine was...
- A.
  
  A soldier.
- B.
  
  A priest.
- C.
  
  An emperor.
- D.
  
  All of the above
Correct Answer
B. A priest.

Explanation
Valentine was a priest. This is indicated by historical accounts that describe him as a Christian priest in Rome during the 3rd century. He is often associated with performing weddings for soldiers, which led to the belief that he was a soldier himself. However, there is no concrete evidence to support this claim. The notion of him being an emperor is also incorrect as there is no record of him holding any political power.

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6.

Why did Valentine get executed?
- A.
  
  He married couples illegally and refused to adopt Roman beliefs.
- B.
  
  He carried out illegal activities.
- C.
  
  He refused to adopt the Roman ideals.
- D.
  
  It was never mentioned anywhere.
Correct Answer
A. He married couples illegally and refused to adopt Roman beliefs.

Explanation
Valentine was executed because he married couples illegally and refused to adopt Roman beliefs. This is evident from the statement that he performed illegal marriages and did not conform to the Roman ideals. This act of defiance against the Roman authorities led to his execution.

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7.

The romantic festival of Valentine's Day is said to have originated in pagan times in Rome when people celebrated the annual fertility festival called Feast of Lupercalia in mid-February.
- A.
  
  True
- B.
  
  False
Correct Answer
A. True

Explanation
The explanation for the given correct answer is that Valentine's Day is indeed said to have originated in pagan times in Rome during the Feast of Lupercalia. This festival was celebrated in mid-February and was associated with fertility. Over time, the celebration of Lupercalia merged with Christian traditions and eventually became Valentine's Day as we know it today.

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8.

In the beginning, the trend was to send handmade cards, but this was changed at the beginning of the 19th century, and mass-produced _______ _______ caught the fancy of the people.
- A.
  
  Scarlet Letters
- B.
  
  Greeting Cards
- C.
  
  Flowers
- D.
  
  Chocolate
Correct Answer
B. Greeting Cards

Explanation
The trend of sending handmade cards was replaced by mass-produced greeting cards at the beginning of the 19th century, which became popular among people.

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9.

What name does Cupid have in Greek mythology?
- A.
  
  Hero
- B.
  
  Eros
- C.
  
  Love
- D.
  
  All of the above
Correct Answer
B. Eros

Explanation
In Greek mythology, Cupid is known as Eros. Eros is the god of love and desire, often depicted as a young boy with wings, armed with a bow and arrows. He is responsible for shooting arrows at people to make them fall in love. Therefore, the correct answer is Eros.

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10.

Who wrote the oldest-known Valentine's Day message?
- A.
  
  Charles duc D'orléans
- B.
  
  John Paston
- C.
  
  An unknown lover
- D.
  
  Romeo
Correct Answer
A. Charles duc D'orléans

Explanation
Charles duc D'orléans is credited with writing the oldest-known Valentine's Day message. He was a French nobleman and poet who wrote a poem to his wife while he was imprisoned in the Tower of London in 1415. This poem is considered the earliest Valentine's Day message and set the precedent for the tradition of exchanging love notes on Valentine's Day.

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Valentine's Day Fun Trivia Quiz

When is the Women’s Memorial March held?

Which of the following countries don't celebrate Valentine's Day?

Choose the correct option: Emperor _____ ruled during Valentine's lifetime.

The Emperor wanted men to...

Valentine was...

Why did Valentine get executed?

The romantic festival of Valentine's Day is said to have originated in pagan times in Rome when people celebrated the annual fertility festival called Feast of Lupercalia in mid-February.

In the beginning, the trend was to send handmade cards, but this was changed at the beginning of the 19th century, and mass-produced _______ _______ caught the fancy of the people.

What name does Cupid have in Greek mythology?

Who wrote the oldest-known Valentine's Day message?

In the beginning, the trend was to send handmade cards, but this was changed at the beginning of the 19th century, and mass-produced _ _ caught the fancy of the people.