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World Cuisines and Foods

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World Cuisine and Food questions test your familiarity with international dishes, traditional recipes, and culinary terms. Topics include French pastries, Japanese broths, and Italian pasta varieties. A good grasp of global culinary facts aids the general awareness section.

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World Cuisines and Foods Questions

Multiple choice

What is the most popular type of pie in Italy?

  1. Apple pie

  2. Cherry pie

  3. Pizza

  4. Calzone
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C Correct answer
Explanation

Pizza is the most popular type of pie in Italy.

Multiple choice

What is the most popular type of pie in China?

  1. Apple pie

  2. Cherry pie

  3. Mooncake

  4. Spring roll
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
C Correct answer
Explanation

Mooncake is the most popular type of pie in China.

Multiple choice

What is the most popular type of pie in Mexico?

  1. Apple pie

  2. Cherry pie

  3. Empanada

  4. Taco
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
C Correct answer
Explanation

Empanada is the most popular type of pie in Mexico.

Multiple choice

What is the most popular type of pie in Brazil?

  1. Apple pie

  2. Cherry pie

  3. Pastel

  4. Coxinha
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
C Correct answer
Explanation

Pastel is the most popular type of pie in Brazil.

Multiple choice

What is the most popular type of pie in Argentina?

  1. Apple pie

  2. Cherry pie

  3. Empanada

  4. Pastelito
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
C Correct answer
Explanation

Empanada is the most popular type of pie in Argentina.

Multiple choice

What is the most popular type of pie in Chile?

  1. Apple pie

  2. Cherry pie

  3. Empanada

  4. Pastel de choclo
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D Correct answer
Explanation

Pastel de choclo is the most popular type of pie in Chile.

Multiple choice

Which type of fish is commonly used in fish and chips?

  1. Cod

  2. Haddock

  3. Salmon

  4. Tuna
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A Correct answer
Explanation

Cod is a type of fish that is commonly used in fish and chips, due to its firm texture and mild flavor.

Multiple choice

Which type of seafood is commonly used in ceviche?

  1. Shrimp

  2. Lobster

  3. Salmon

  4. Tuna
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
A Correct answer
Explanation

Shrimp is a type of seafood that is commonly used in ceviche, a South American dish made with raw seafood marinated in citrus juice.

Multiple choice

Which of the following is not a type of mushroom?

  1. Button mushroom

  2. Portobello mushroom

  3. Shiitake mushroom

  4. Truffle
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
D Correct answer
Explanation

Truffles are not mushrooms, but rather a type of fungus that grows underground.

Multiple choice

Which of the following is the most popular type of mushroom in the world?

  1. Button mushroom

  2. Portobello mushroom

  3. Shiitake mushroom

  4. Oyster mushroom
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
A Correct answer
Explanation

Button mushrooms are the most popular type of mushroom in the world, and are commonly used in salads, soups, and stir-fries.

Multiple choice

Which of the following is a type of mushroom that is native to Japan?

  1. Button mushroom

  2. Portobello mushroom

  3. Shiitake mushroom

  4. Oyster mushroom
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C Correct answer
Explanation

Shiitake mushrooms are a type of mushroom that is native to Japan and are commonly used in Asian cuisine.

Multiple choice

Which of the following is a type of mushroom that is known for its earthy flavor?

  1. Button mushroom

  2. Portobello mushroom

  3. Shiitake mushroom

  4. Porcini mushroom
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D Correct answer
Explanation

Porcini mushrooms are a type of mushroom that is known for its earthy flavor and are commonly used in Italian cuisine.

Multiple choice

Which of the following is a type of mushroom that is often used in soups and stews?

  1. Button mushroom

  2. Portobello mushroom

  3. Cremini mushroom

  4. Oyster mushroom
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C Correct answer
Explanation

Cremini mushrooms are a type of mushroom that is often used in soups and stews, and are also known as baby bella mushrooms.

Multiple choice

Which of the following is a type of mushroom that is often used in stir-fries?

  1. Button mushroom

  2. Portobello mushroom

  3. Shiitake mushroom

  4. Enoki mushroom
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D Correct answer
Explanation

Enoki mushrooms are a type of mushroom that is often used in stir-fries, and are also known as golden needle mushrooms.

Multiple choice

Which of the following is a type of mushroom that is often used in salads?

  1. Button mushroom

  2. Portobello mushroom

  3. Oyster mushroom

  4. Maitake mushroom
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D Correct answer
Explanation

Maitake mushrooms are a type of mushroom that is often used in salads, and are also known as hen-of-the-woods mushrooms.