Valentine’s Day is the time of the year when couples show their love for each other by sending cards, flowers and chocolates. Its origins are 31 （clear）and hidden in the river of time. Nobody knows exactly 32 St. Valentine was, although some historians suggest he was 33 Roman killed in the third century AD by a Roman Emperor. It is said that the first 34 （record）Valentine’s card was sent by the imprisoned Duke of Orleans in 1415. 35 is believed that he tried to find comfort from his imprisonment by writing love poems to his wife.
Now, Valentine’s Day 36 （celebrate）in many countries around the world. However, the traditions often differ from place to place. In Japan, for example, it is normal for the woman to send chocolates to the man, 37 in Korea April 14th is known 38 “Black Day” and is when the unfortunate men who received nothing on Valentine’s Day gather to eat noodles and show sympathy for each other.
Technological 39 （develop）have also played their part 40 keeping Valentine’s Day relevant in the 21st century. Valentine’s e-cards have been very popular in recent years.