1 St Valentine’s day **** is the only

1 St Valentine's day **** is the only sane and satisfactory answer to the problem of human existence.

2 It is a very sentimental unofficial holiday, which is celebrated on the 14th February by those who believe in love and friendship. Boys and girls, husbands and wives, just friends send nice cards to each other with warm greetings on the day. The best presents are small trifles, chocolates and greeting cards. The words are simple and touching.

3 TEST: how romantic are you? Does music ever made you cry? Do you believe in love at first sight? Do you enjoy beautiful sunsets? Do you ever daydream? Do smells and sounds have special memories for you? Do you like poetry? Do you often fall in love? Have you ever written a poem? Do you enjoy tasting new foods? Have you ever fallen in love with a celebrity?

4 Let’s check your results! How many times did you say "Yes"? 7-10:You are a true romantic. 3-6: You are a well-balanced person. Less than 3:You are a cool person.

5 Valentine's traditions around the world GERMANY: Germans do love flowers, that is why they like to present: Gorgeous bunches of wildflowers A heart-shaped bouquet of roses A wild orchids ENGLAND: romantic souls from England would prefer: A hand-made card with a poem written by you A big tasty heart-shaped cake A romantic evening with candles FRANCE: the best French way to celebrate this day is: Flirting with any stranger from the street Presenting a perfume and sweets Just a nice romantic evening with your sweetheart

6 Valentine's symbols: Cupid, the Roman god of love, is a symbol of passionate, tender, or playful love. A rose is the most romantic symbol of love A red or pink heart, often pierced with an arrow, denotes eternal love.

7 Proverbs about love A life without love is like a year without ………… Love and a …………. cannot be hidden Love makes the time pass. Time makes ………... Love is ………... BLIND, SUMMER, COUGH, LOVE PASS summer cough love pass blind