Quiz 6
The man recognized as being liberator of South America was:
Bolivar
Potatoes, which grow well in high altitudes of the Andes are the staple in this South American country.
Bolivia
The Treaty of Waitangi was signed between:
Britain and Maoris
What group was responsible for the most influence over the traditions and patterns in Australia and New Zealand?
British
Which Carribean island is credited with the development of reggae music?
Jamaica
The yellow to reddish palm oil from Brazil is called:
dende
Which of the following is not typically found in Brazil?
duku
In which following Carribean dishes is okra combined with plantains?
foo-foo
What is the primary protein source in Peru?
guinea pig
The Colombian version of tamales is called:
hallaces
Which of the following is not among the major cereal grains grown in South America?
rye
Which of the following was a crop developed in the Carribean as a result of early settlements?
sugarcane
Kumara is:
sweet potatoes
Aji and malagueta are two names for the same very hot South American pepper.
true
Argentina borders the Atlantic ocean.
true
Bush tucker is the style of food prepared in the Australian Outback.
true
Fruits and flowers are imported to the US from South America in January - March.
true
In Colombia, cafe con leche and bread are a typical breakfast.
true
Jicama is a brown root vegetable with a white interior.
true
Kangaroo meat is sold in Australian food markets.
true
Manioc may also refer to cassava or yuca.
true
Masa harina can be made into tortillas as well as tamales.
true
Pirates helped end Spain's dominance in the Carribean.
true
Potatoes originated in Peru more than 7,000 years ago.
true
The Amazon with all of its tributaries is the largest river in the world.
true
Yellow scotch peppers were mentioned as the pepper of choice in the jerk seasoning.
true
Vegemite is a mixture of:
vegetable extract, brewers' yeast extract and spices
Which of the following is not an Australian specialty food:
biltong
Which of the following foods is not popular in both Australia and New Zealand?
damper
Which of the following is considered an aphrodisiac and stimulant?
macca
The red coating on a nutmeg is marketed as:
mace
What is the name of the flour made from cassava, which is poisonous if not prepared properly?
manioc
____ is a beverage native to South America made from yerba leaves.
mate
Hangi is:
meat and vegetables steamed in a deep pit for several hours
All of the following include fish and seafood except:
moros y cristianos
Which of the following foods is a Cuban specialty made with black beans?
moros y cristianos
Rastafarianism is a:
religion
Brazilian food has an African overtone due to the slaves that cooked on the plantations in Brazil.
true
The Southern Alps are in New Zealand.
true
Venison is a New Zealand export item.
true
Which South American city is known as the "City of Kings"?
Lima
Which native tribe developed its culture in the tropical rainforests in Guatemala, Belize, and in Southern Mexico?
Mayans
In which Latin American country is ceviche garnished with lime juice, lettuce, corn, and sweet potatoes?
Peru
The statue, Corcovado, stands atop which South American city?
Rio de Janeiro
The native group in Australia is called Maoris.
false
The ____ tribe provided the most challenge to Europeans as they settled the islands of the Carribean.
- not Arewak - Carib?
Parrillada is a grilled mixture of meats typical in which South American country?
- not Chile - Argentina
The "lost city of Incas" is:
- not Cuzco - Machu Picchu
Which arid South American country faces challenges producing agricultural products?
- not Uruguay - Peru?
Bread dough wrapped around a stick and baked in a campfire is called:
- not aboriginal bread - damper?
Which of the following foods was not prepared as an accompaniment to the Jerk?
- not bread fruit - hush puppies
Which Jamaican jerk is the most classic?
- not chicken - pork?
Which of the following fruits are indigenous to the Carribean?
- not coconuts and bananas - guavas and pineapples
Beer in Colombia is made using which of the following grains?
- not corn - wheat
Which of the following sports is not popular in Australia and New Zealand?
- not golf - hockey?
Which of the following products is not raised in Caribbean?
- not rum - sugarcane
All of the following have cassava in them except:
- not sancocho - keshy yena
Kappa haka is:
a war dance
Gauchos are part of Venezuela's culture.
false
Which of the following holidays celebrates the landing of troops in Turkey to fight WWI?
Anzac day
Which South American countries have land well suited for raising wheat and livestock?
Argentina and Brazil
The explorer who claimed Brazil for Portugal is:
Cabral
Which South American countries are west of the Andes?
Chile and Peru
All of the following islands in the Carribean have been under British Dominance except:
Curacao
Anzac biscuits honor the Anzac soldiers who landed in WWI in:
Gallipoli
Which of the following is a Maori feast of steamed meats and vegetables cooked in a deep pit?
Hangi
Reggae, the tango, and the waltz are dances from the Caribbean.
false
Sofrito is a plantain and pork stew popular in the Dominican Republic.
false
South America would benefit if rainforests were converted to agricultural production.
false
The Aborigines lived where weather and terrain were favorable for growing food.
false
What is a fugazetta?
empanada stuffed with cheese and onions
In all of South America, particularly Argentina, there is a dish that can be served depending on preparation, is either an appetizer or dessert. Which of the following fits this description?
empanadas
After WWI, Australia began a massive immigration program with immigrants arriving from Europe, Asia, and Middle East.
false
Barbecues are not common in Australia, as it is often too hot to eat outdoors.
false
Billy tea is made over a campfire in New Zealand.
false
Bush tucker foods such as Billy tea and damper are popular in New Zealand as well as Australia.
false
Island rum is made from fruit trees native to Jamaica.
false
Jerk is cooked slowly over hickory wood.
false
Jerk seasoning begins with a marinade and then a dry rub.
false
Pavlova is rolled in coconut before serving.
false
