Maternal Marvels 

This week we’re celebrating some of the most important people on the planet – Mums! Because after all, without mothers, none of us would be here… Mother’s Day is celebrated on different days around the world – but in the US it’s 11 May. So without further ado – here’s your Mothering Sunday trivia…with six US$50 vouchers up for grabs for our winners to be announced on 20 May 2025. 

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    1. The ancient festival that inspired modern Mother’s Day was originally dedicated to which mother goddess?

    2. Anna Jarvis, the founder of modern Mother’s Day, originally wanted the day to be:

    3. Which U.S. President officially declared Mother’s Day a national holiday?

    4. What is the main reason the date of Mothering Sunday changes every year in the UK?

    5. The “Simnel Cake” associated with Mothering Sunday traditionally contains how many marzipan balls on top?

    6. In which country is Mother’s Day celebrated on the second Sunday of May but also coincides with Teacher’s Day?

    7. Which flower did Anna Jarvis choose as the symbol for Mother’s Day?

    8. Which country celebrates Mother’s Day on the same day as the UK but with a different name?

    9. The tradition of giving mothers a day off from household chores on Mother’s Day was popularized in which decade?

    10. Which country celebrates Mother’s Day on 08 March, coinciding with International Women’s Day?

    11. The earliest recorded Mother’s Day-like celebration dates back to which ancient civilization?

    12. What is the significance of the red carnation on Mother’s Day?

    13. Which U.S. state was the first to officially recognize Mother’s Day as a holiday?

    14. The phrase “Mothering Sunday” originally referred to:

    15. Why did Anna Jarvis, the founder of Mother’s Day, publicly oppose the holiday she created?

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    1. Hi the simnel cake referred to in question 5 is what we call an Easter cake rather than a Mother’s day cake. It has 11 balls on the top for the 12 disciples the 12 th one that is missing being Judas

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