month of may fun facts quotes and trivia
Month of May: Fun Facts, Quotes, and Trivia
Every month has its own significance, and as the month of May approaches, we bring to you some lesser known facts about it. This article lists out some great quotes and sayings, interesting holidays, and some good trivia questions for you to test your knowledge.
1. In ancient Rome, priests of Vulcan followed a custom on May 1st. What was it?
They sacrificed a pregnant sow on May 1, every year.
2. The Empire State building first opened on May 1st. Which year was it?
1931
3. In May, Mother's Day is celebrated on a Monday. Which Monday is it celebrated on?
It is celebrated on the Second Monday of May.
4. Kentucky Derby takes place on a Saturday in May. Which one is it?
It takes place on the first Saturday of May.
5. One of the classic rock songs has a line, "It's just a spring clean for the May Queen". Name the song.
"Stairway to Heaven" sung by Led Zeppelin.
6. How many U.S. Presidents have died in this month?
None of them have died in May.
7. How many U.S. Presidents were born in this month?
Two. Harry S. Truman and John F. Kennedy.
8. Which Roman poet said, "Bad girls wed in May"?
A Roman poet named "Ovid".
9. Complete this famous superstition. "Marry in May and you'll ..."
"Marry in May and you'll rue the day."
10. According to a superstition, on May 1st, young girls used to do something immediately after waking up, what was it?
They used to rush out in the garden to wash their faces in the May dew.