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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

In the movie "The Godfather", what is the name of the soup that Vito Corleone eats at the beginning of the film?

  1. Pasta e Fagioli

  2. Minestrone

  3. Ribollita

  4. Zuppa Toscana
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Explanation

Pasta e Fagioli is a thick, hearty soup made with pasta, beans, vegetables, and stock.

Multiple choice

In the TV show "The Office", what is the name of the soup that Michael Scott brings to work for lunch?

  1. Chili

  2. Chicken Noodle Soup

  3. Tomato Soup

  4. Cream of Mushroom Soup
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Explanation

Chili is a spicy stew made with ground beef, tomatoes, beans, and chili peppers.

Multiple choice

In the movie "The Shawshank Redemption", what is the name of the soup that Andy Dufresne makes for the prison guards?

  1. Clam Chowder

  2. French Onion Soup

  3. Lobster Bisque

  4. Minestrone
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Explanation

Clam chowder is a creamy soup made with clams, potatoes, vegetables, and stock.

Multiple choice

In the TV show "Modern Family", what is the name of the soup that Jay Pritchett makes for his family?

  1. Pho

  2. Ramen

  3. Wonton Soup

  4. Hot and Sour Soup
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Explanation

Pho is a Vietnamese noodle soup made with beef or chicken broth, rice noodles, and vegetables.

Multiple choice

In the movie "The Martian", what is the name of the soup that Mark Watney makes from potatoes?

  1. Potato Soup

  2. Leek and Potato Soup

  3. Corn Chowder

  4. Broccoli Cheddar Soup
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Explanation

Potato soup is a thick, creamy soup made with potatoes, vegetables, and stock.

Multiple choice

In the TV show "The Big Bang Theory", what is the name of the soup that Sheldon Cooper makes for his friends?

  1. Chicken Noodle Soup

  2. Tomato Soup

  3. Cream of Mushroom Soup

  4. Split Pea Soup
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D Correct answer
Explanation

Split pea soup is a thick, hearty soup made with split peas, vegetables, and stock.

Multiple choice

In the movie "The Breakfast Club", what is the name of the soup that the students eat for lunch?

  1. Chili

  2. Chicken Noodle Soup

  3. Tomato Soup

  4. Cream of Mushroom Soup
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Explanation

Chili is a spicy stew made with ground beef, tomatoes, beans, and chili peppers.

Multiple choice

In the TV show "Parks and Recreation", what is the name of the soup that Leslie Knope makes for her friends?

  1. Beef Stew

  2. Chicken Pot Pie

  3. Shepherd's Pie

  4. Casserole
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Explanation

Beef stew is a hearty stew made with beef, vegetables, and stock.

Multiple choice

In the movie "The Goonies", what is the name of the soup that the Fratellis eat for dinner?

  1. Spaghetti and Meatballs

  2. Lasagna

  3. Ravioli

  4. Tortellini
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Explanation

Spaghetti and meatballs is a classic Italian dish made with spaghetti, meatballs, and tomato sauce.

Multiple choice

In the TV show "The Simpsons", what is the name of the soup that Homer Simpson eats for breakfast?

  1. Cereal

  2. Oatmeal

  3. Toast

  4. Waffles
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Explanation

Cereal is a breakfast food made from grains, such as wheat, oats, or rice.

Multiple choice

In the movie "The Hangover", what is the name of the soup that the characters eat after their night of partying?

  1. Pho

  2. Ramen

  3. Wonton Soup

  4. Hot and Sour Soup
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Explanation

Pho is a Vietnamese noodle soup made with beef or chicken broth, rice noodles, and vegetables.

Multiple choice

Which of these is a popular dip made from mashed avocado, lime juice, and cilantro?

  1. Guacamole

  2. Hummus

  3. Tzatziki

  4. Baba Ganoush
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Explanation

Guacamole is a classic Mexican dip or spread made from mashed avocado, lime juice, cilantro, and often other ingredients such as onions, tomatoes, and chili peppers.

Multiple choice

Which of these dips is made from a blend of yogurt, cucumber, garlic, and dill, often served as an accompaniment to kebabs and grilled meats?

  1. Tzatziki

  2. Raita

  3. Salsa Verde

  4. Pesto
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Explanation

Tzatziki is a refreshing and tangy Greek dip or sauce made from yogurt, cucumber, garlic, dill, and olive oil.

Multiple choice

Which of these dips is made from a blend of yogurt, cucumber, mint, and spices, often served as a refreshing accompaniment to grilled meats or vegetables?

  1. Tzatziki

  2. Raita

  3. Salsa Verde

  4. Pesto
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B Correct answer
Explanation

Raita is a cooling and refreshing Indian dip or condiment made from yogurt, cucumber, mint, cumin, and other spices.

Multiple choice

Which of these dips is made from a blend of roasted eggplant, tahini, lemon juice, and spices, often served as an appetizer or sandwich spread?

  1. Baba Ganoush

  2. Hummus

  3. Tzatziki

  4. Tapenade
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Explanation

Baba ganoush is a smoky and flavorful dip or spread made from roasted eggplant, tahini, lemon juice, garlic, and cumin.