Love, Internationally

15 Points Per Correct Answer - No time limit  

1. Salami suggests that Kyle may be interested in a holiday that celebrates Saint Dwynwen, the patron saint of lovers in a particular country. In which country is Dydd Santes Dwynwen celebrated on January 25th? Ireland Poland The Philippines Wales

2. Salami tells Kyle that another saint who gets recognition besides Saint Valentine is Saint George. In which country is La Diada de Sant Jordi celebrated by parts of the population on April 23rd? Guyana India Spain Algeria

3. Salami tells Kyle that some countries celebrate a modified version of Valentine's Day that includes recognition of friends, not just sweethearts. In which country is Ystävänpäivä, "Friend's Day", celebrated? Peru Morocco Papua New Guinea Finland

4. Salami tells Kyle that some countries are struggling to resurrect their traditional romantic holidays in response to the popularity of Valentine's Day. Which country traditionally celebrates Dragobete on February 24th? South Africa Romania Indonesia Mexico

5. Salami tells Kyle that, while some countries try to suppress Valentine's Day as a protest against Americanization, this country mainly ignores the holiday as it usually coincides with a major local festival. Which country instead celebrates Dia dos Namorados on June 12th? Greece Madagascar Cambodia Brazil

6. Salami tells Kyle that romantic holidays in some countries and cultures go back to olden times. In which country is the ancient festival of love, Tu B'Av, celebrated in late August or early September? Denmark Israel Canada Botswana

7. Salami tells Kyle of another celebration from ancient times that honors the earth and women. In fact, women traditionally sat on thrones and had men obey them and bring them gifts. In which country does Sepandarmazgan traditionally take place a few days after Valentine's Day? Myanmar Italy Ghana Iran

8. Salami suggests to Kyle that if he really enjoys Valentine's Day, he may want to visit this country. The 14th of every month represents a different "love" holiday, although the ones in February, March and April are the most popular. In which of the following countries are White Day and Black Day celebrated in addition to Valentine's Day? Panama France South Korea Egypt

9. Salami tells Kyle that a tradition in this country allows unmarried couples to share a hotel room on this romantic holiday (only married couples can do so on other days, apparently). In which of the following countries does the Night of Sevens celebration take place on the 7th day of the 7th lunar month? Costa Rica China Germany Saudi Arabia

10. Salami tells Kyle that this country is a major exporter of Valentine's Day flowers, but it does not celebrate the holiday on February 14th. In which country is Dia del Amor y la Amistad celebrated on the third Saturday in September? Portugal Angola Sri Lanka Colombia