Valentine's Day Quiz

Just how much do you know about Valentine's Day? Are you ready for love or do you need a booster shot from Cupid's arrow?

1. What does the word Valentine mean?

2. What fruit is also known as the "love apple"?

3. Who are Shakesphere's "Star-crossed Lovers"?

4. How did sailors send messages to their loved ones while at sea in the old days?

5. Cupid shoots arrows at unsuspecting Valentines, but what part of the body must Cupid's arrows hit to be effective?

6. Cupid is the Roman God of Love, but who is Cupid's Greek counterpart?

7. What type of bird symbolizes Valentine's Day?

8. Where do you "wear your heart" if you are quick to show your feelings?

9. According to English tradition - what happens to the first man a woman sees on Valentine's Day?

10. Who is considered the Mother of the modern-day Valentine?

11. In what country would a suitor leave a basket of gifts on his beloved's doorstep and run off?.

12. What do deep red carnations tell your loved one?

13. Roses are among the most popular flowers for lovers to give, but what does the gift mean?

14. The combination of white and red roses sends what message?

15. If you hope to propose, besides roses, what flowers should make up the bouquet you present to your intended?