Mother's Day Trivia Quiz
Test your Mother's Day knowledge with 12 questions on Anna Jarvis, global traditions, and fascinating facts about the holiday.
About This Quiz
Mother's Day is the third-largest card-sending holiday in the United States, but its origins are far stranger than the greeting card aisle suggests. Founder Anna Jarvis spent her later years actively fighting the commercialization of her own holiday, calling florists and candy companies 'charlatans' before dying penniless in 1948. This 12-question Mother's Day trivia quiz covers the founding story, global traditions from the UK's Mothering Sunday to Thailand's Queen Sirikit celebration, the symbolism of carnations, and the fascinating economics behind the holiday. Perfect for May 10 family game nights, classroom warm-ups, and trivia night hosts looking for fresh material.
Sample Questions
- 1.Who founded the modern Mother's Day in the United States?
- 2.What flower is the traditional symbol of Mother's Day in the United States?
- 3.On which Sunday is Mother's Day celebrated in the United States?
- 4.What is the UK equivalent of Mother's Day called?
...and 8 more questions. Start the quiz to find out your result!
Frequently Asked Questions
How many questions are in this Mother's Day trivia quiz?▼
There are 12 multiple-choice Mother's Day trivia questions covering the holiday's founder Anna Jarvis, global traditions, symbols like the carnation, and modern facts.
When is Mother's Day in 2026?▼
In the United States, Mother's Day 2026 falls on Sunday, May 10. The UK celebrates Mothering Sunday earlier in the year on the fourth Sunday of Lent.
Who founded Mother's Day?▼
Anna Jarvis of Grafton, West Virginia organized the first official Mother's Day on May 10, 1908, in honor of her late mother Ann Reeves Jarvis. President Wilson made it a national holiday in 1914.
How many questions are in Mother's Day Trivia Quiz?▼
This quiz contains 12 questions covering history topics.
Is Mother's Day Trivia Quiz free?▼
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You earn points for each correct answer. Mother's Day Trivia Quiz has 12 questions covering history topics. Some quizzes also include time bonuses for faster answers.
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