The names of the months are ancient things, coming to us from thousands of years ago. Do you think you know where they all got their names? Whether you do or you don't, you won't be able to say that by the end of this test... You'll know them all! So get ready to test your knowledge...
What is the origin of the name for January?
What is the origin of the name for February?
It took place on February 15th
A popular festival that was held during that month
A Greek goddess of fertility
The Roman governor of today's France
Which month of the year got its name from the Latin word for "ten"?
Which month's name comes from the name of a Greek Goddess?
Which month's name comes from the Roman god of war?
Which month gets its name from the first Roman Emperor?
What is the origin of the name for the month of April?
April is the only month whose name is a mystery. Some conjecture it has something to do with the Latin word for "opening".
A pagan celebration of spring
The Roman Goddess Ophelia
Which month owes its name to the Latin word for "nine"?
Which month is named after the Roman goddess of marriage and feminine health?
Where does the name for the month of September come from?
The Latin word for "seven"
The Latin word for "nine"
The Latin word saeptum, meaning "partition"
What is the source of the name of the month of July?
The Latin word for "seven"
Juliet from "Romeo and Juliet"
Which month gets its name from the Latin word for "eight"?
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