Egg Trivia

Description: Test your knowledge about eggs with this trivia quiz. From their nutritional value to their role in cooking, you'll find a variety of questions to challenge your egg expertise.
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What is the most common color of an egg?

  1. White

  2. Brown

  3. Green

  4. Blue


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Brown eggs are more common because they are laid by hens that are older and have a higher production rate.

Which part of the egg contains the most protein?

  1. Yolk

  2. White

  3. Shell

  4. Chalazae


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

The egg white contains more protein than the yolk, with about 4 grams of protein per large egg white.

What is the primary function of the egg yolk?

  1. Providing nutrients for the embryo

  2. Protecting the embryo

  3. Providing energy for the embryo

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The egg yolk provides nutrients, protection, and energy for the embryo during its development.

Which vitamin is most abundant in eggs?

  1. Vitamin A

  2. Vitamin C

  3. Vitamin D

  4. Vitamin E


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Eggs are a good source of vitamin D, which is important for bone health and immune function.

What is the average weight of a large egg?

  1. 50 grams

  2. 60 grams

  3. 70 grams

  4. 80 grams


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

The average weight of a large egg is about 60 grams, including the shell.

Which cooking method is best for preserving the nutrients in eggs?

  1. Boiling

  2. Frying

  3. Poaching

  4. Scrambled


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Poaching eggs is a gentle cooking method that helps preserve their nutrients.

What is the term for a double-yolked egg?

  1. Double yolk

  2. Twin egg

  3. Conjoined egg

  4. Joined egg


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

A double-yolked egg is an egg that contains two yolks instead of one.

Which egg dish is traditionally served for breakfast in the United States?

  1. Omelet

  2. Scrambled eggs

  3. Fried eggs

  4. Eggs Benedict


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Scrambled eggs are a popular breakfast dish in the United States, often served with toast, bacon, and potatoes.

What is the primary ingredient in mayonnaise?

  1. Eggs

  2. Oil

  3. Vinegar

  4. Mustard


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Mayonnaise is a thick, creamy sauce made primarily from eggs, oil, vinegar, and mustard.

Which egg dish is characterized by its crispy edges and runny yolk?

  1. Sunny-side up

  2. Over easy

  3. Over medium

  4. Over hard


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Sunny-side up eggs are cooked with the yolk facing up, resulting in crispy edges and a runny yolk.

What is the scientific term for the air pocket found at the end of an egg?

  1. Air cell

  2. Chalazae

  3. Albumen

  4. Vitelline membrane


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The air cell is a small pocket of air found at the end of an egg, which helps to cushion the yolk and prevent it from sticking to the shell.

Which egg dish is made by beating eggs with milk or cream and then cooking them in a pan?

  1. Omelet

  2. Scrambled eggs

  3. Fried eggs

  4. Quiche


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

An omelet is made by beating eggs with milk or cream and then cooking them in a pan until they are set.

What is the term for a fertilized egg?

  1. Zygote

  2. Embryo

  3. Fetus

  4. Ovum


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

A fertilized egg is called a zygote, which is the first stage of embryonic development.

Which egg dish is typically served with hollandaise sauce?

  1. Eggs Benedict

  2. Omelet

  3. Scrambled eggs

  4. Fried eggs


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Eggs Benedict is a classic breakfast dish that consists of poached eggs served on English muffins with hollandaise sauce.

What is the primary function of the chalazae in an egg?

  1. Holding the yolk in place

  2. Providing nutrients for the embryo

  3. Protecting the embryo

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The chalazae are thick strands of egg white that help to hold the yolk in place and prevent it from moving around inside the egg.

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