Quiz 6

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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


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