February Crossword

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Across
  1. 4. This kind of poem has 14 lines and rhymes.
  2. 8. Valentine's Day thought to replace this Roman Pagan fertility festival.
  3. 9. Jewish holiday recognizing “The New Year of the Trees.
  4. 11. This is the oldest building on campus.
  5. 12. This scientist is celebrated in the month of February.
  6. 13. The first recorded link between love and Valentine's Day occurred in this literary work.
  7. 14. Jean Harlow’s performance in this 1933 film forever linked chocolate to decadent indulgence.
  8. 17. NU played this team in its season opener in 1911.
  9. 19. This person wrote NU's alma mater.
Down
  1. 1. The month of February gets its name from 'Februa' - a Roman festival of ____________.
  2. 2. This popular treat purportedly got its name from the sound the chocolate makes as its formed into its unique shape.
  3. 3. This day celebrates the signing of the 13th Amendment in 1865.
  4. 5. The commemoration of Buddha’s death.
  5. 6. This is the first major feast in China after the new year.
  6. 7. This person is credited with the first valentine.
  7. 10. In Hawaiian culture, this flower can be used to symbolize a woman's romantic status when worn in the hair.
  8. 15. This four legged mammal is known for its monogamous lifelong mating.
  9. 16. This Hindu festival is celebrated in February each year to honor Lord Shiva.
  10. 18. He is the patron saint of lovers, epileptics, and beekeepers.