Multiple choice general knowledge history

The Sandwich was invented by_________

  1. Joseph Priestley

  2. Otto Frederick Rohwedder

  3. by German immigrants

  4. John Montagu

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D Correct answer
Explanation

John Montagu, the 4th Earl of Sandwich (1718-1792), is credited with inventing the sandwich. According to popular account, he was a gambler who wanted meat between bread slices to avoid greasing cards while playing. The name 'sandwich' comes from his title. Joseph Priestley discovered carbonated water, Otto Rohwedder invented sliced bread.