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Cultural Cuisine and Foodways

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Which country is known for its traditional dish, 'Paella', a rice dish with seafood, chicken, and vegetables?

  1. Spain

  2. Italy

  3. France

  4. Greece


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Paella is a traditional Spanish dish originating from the Valencia region.

What is the main ingredient in the Japanese dish, 'Sushi'?

  1. Rice

  2. Fish

  3. Seaweed

  4. Soy Sauce


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Sushi is a Japanese dish consisting of vinegared rice combined with other ingredients, such as fish, seafood, vegetables, and egg.

Which country's cuisine is characterized by the use of spices such as cumin, coriander, and turmeric?

  1. India

  2. China

  3. Thailand

  4. Mexico


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Indian cuisine is known for its extensive use of spices, herbs, and aromatic ingredients.

What is the traditional bread of Italy, often served with pasta dishes?

  1. Baguette

  2. Ciabatta

  3. Pita

  4. Tortilla


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Ciabatta is a popular Italian bread known for its large air pockets and crispy crust.

Which country's cuisine is famous for its 'Tacos', a corn tortilla filled with various ingredients?

  1. Mexico

  2. Spain

  3. Brazil

  4. Argentina


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Tacos are a traditional Mexican dish consisting of a corn tortilla filled with various fillings, such as meat, fish, vegetables, or cheese.

What is the traditional fermented soybean paste used in Korean cuisine?

  1. Miso

  2. Gochujang

  3. Doubanjiang

  4. Tempeh


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Gochujang is a fermented soybean paste used in Korean cuisine, known for its spicy and savory flavor.

Which country's cuisine is known for its 'Dim Sum', a variety of small steamed or fried dishes?

  1. China

  2. Japan

  3. Thailand

  4. Vietnam


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Dim Sum is a traditional Chinese cuisine consisting of a variety of small steamed or fried dishes, often served in bamboo steamers.

What is the traditional fermented fish sauce used in Southeast Asian cuisine?

  1. Fish Sauce

  2. Soy Sauce

  3. Hoisin Sauce

  4. Sriracha


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Fish sauce is a traditional fermented fish sauce used in Southeast Asian cuisine, known for its pungent and salty flavor.

Which country's cuisine is characterized by the use of 'Harissa', a spicy chili paste?

  1. Tunisia

  2. Morocco

  3. Algeria

  4. Egypt


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Harissa is a spicy chili paste used in Tunisian cuisine, known for its vibrant red color and intense flavor.

What is the traditional flatbread of India, often served with curries and stews?

  1. Naan

  2. Roti

  3. Paratha

  4. Kulcha


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Naan is a traditional Indian flatbread made from wheat flour, often served with curries and stews.

Which country's cuisine is famous for its 'Moussaka', a layered dish of eggplant, ground meat, and béchamel sauce?

  1. Greece

  2. Turkey

  3. Lebanon

  4. Syria


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Moussaka is a traditional Greek dish made with layers of eggplant, ground meat, and béchamel sauce.

What is the traditional fermented soybean paste used in Chinese cuisine?

  1. Doubanjiang

  2. Gochujang

  3. Miso

  4. Tempeh


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Doubanjiang is a fermented soybean paste used in Chinese cuisine, known for its spicy and savory flavor.

Which country's cuisine is characterized by the use of 'Ají', a spicy chili pepper?

  1. Peru

  2. Mexico

  3. Chile

  4. Bolivia


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Ají is a spicy chili pepper used in Peruvian cuisine, known for its vibrant red color and intense flavor.

What is the traditional fermented fish sauce used in Thai cuisine?

  1. Fish Sauce

  2. Soy Sauce

  3. Hoisin Sauce

  4. Sriracha


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Fish sauce is a traditional fermented fish sauce used in Thai cuisine, known for its pungent and salty flavor.

Which country's cuisine is famous for its 'Pho', a noodle soup with beef or chicken broth?

  1. Vietnam

  2. China

  3. Thailand

  4. Cambodia


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

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

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