Popcorn Culture

Popcorn Culture Quiz

15 Questions Published

Questions

Question 1 Multiple Choice (Single Answer)

What is the most popular popcorn topping in the United States?

  1. Butter
  2. Salt
  3. Caramel
  4. Cheese
Question 2 Multiple Choice (Single Answer)

When was popcorn first introduced to North America?

  1. 16th century
  2. 17th century
  3. 18th century
  4. 19th century
Question 3 Multiple Choice (Single Answer)

What is the scientific name for popcorn?

  1. Zea mays everta
  2. Zea mays indentata
  3. Zea mays saccharata
  4. Zea mays tunicata
Question 4 Multiple Choice (Single Answer)

Which country is the largest producer of popcorn?

  1. United States
  2. China
  3. India
  4. Brazil
Question 5 Multiple Choice (Single Answer)

What is the average number of kernels in a single ear of popcorn?

  1. 100
  2. 200
  3. 300
  4. 400
Question 6 Multiple Choice (Single Answer)

What is the ideal moisture content for popcorn kernels?

  1. 10%
  2. 12%
  3. 14%
  4. 16%
Question 7 Multiple Choice (Single Answer)

What is the popping temperature for popcorn kernels?

  1. 350°F
  2. 400°F
  3. 450°F
  4. 500°F
Question 8 Multiple Choice (Single Answer)

What is the chemical reaction that occurs when popcorn kernels pop?

  1. Starch gelatinization
  2. Starch retrogradation
  3. Maillard reaction
  4. Caramelization
Question 9 Multiple Choice (Single Answer)

What is the average size of a popped popcorn kernel?

  1. 1 inch
  2. 2 inches
  3. 3 inches
  4. 4 inches
Question 10 Multiple Choice (Single Answer)

What is the most popular popcorn flavor in the world?

  1. Butter
  2. Salt
  3. Caramel
  4. Cheese
Question 11 Multiple Choice (Single Answer)

What is the most expensive popcorn in the world?

  1. Garrett's Popcorn
  2. Orville Redenbacher's Gourmet Popcorn
  3. Jiffy Pop
  4. Act II Popcorn
Question 12 Multiple Choice (Single Answer)

What is the most popular popcorn brand in the United States?

  1. Orville Redenbacher's
  2. Jiffy Pop
  3. Act II Popcorn
  4. Pop Secret
Question 13 Multiple Choice (Single Answer)

What is the most popular popcorn flavor in the United States?

  1. Butter
  2. Salt
  3. Caramel
  4. Cheese
Question 14 Multiple Choice (Single Answer)

What is the most popular popcorn topping in the United States?

  1. Butter
  2. Salt
  3. Caramel
  4. Cheese
Question 15 Multiple Choice (Single Answer)

What is the most popular popcorn brand in the world?

  1. Orville Redenbacher's
  2. Jiffy Pop
  3. Act II Popcorn
  4. Pop Secret