Types of Sweets
Ingredients
Flavors & Taste
Around the World
Thinking Questions
100

What sweet is made by heating sugar until it turns brown and liquid?

Caramel

100

What ingredient helps ice cream stay smooth and not icy?

Cream / fat

100

What word describes food that is not too sweet?

Mild / not very sweet

100

In which season do people eat more ice cream?

Summer

100

Why do people enjoy sweets even if they are not healthy?

Because they taste good and make people feel happy.

200

What is the name for very small, hard candies you suck, not chew?

Hard candy / boiled sweets

200

What is used to give desserts a natural sweet taste besides sugar?

Honey / fruit

200

What does “creamy texture” mean?

Smooth and soft

200

What dessert is popular in Italy and similar to ice cream?

Gelato

200

What is better: homemade desserts or store-bought? Why?

Your answer 

300

What dessert is ice cream served in a cone or cup with toppings?

Ice cream sundae

300

Why do people add vanilla to desserts?

To improve/add flavor

300

Why do people like mixing sweet and salty flavors?

It creates a more interesting taste

300

What sweet is popular in Japan and made from rice?

Mochi

300

How can you eat sweets in a healthy way?

Eat small portions and not every day.

400

What is the difference between candy and chocolate?

Chocolate contains cocoa; candy usually does not

400

What happens if you heat sugar too long?

It burns and becomes bitter

400

What flavor is often described as “rich”?

Chocolate / creamy flavors

400

What country is famous for high-quality chocolate?

Switzerland (or Belgium)

400

Why do companies make new candy flavors?

To attract customers and be different.

500

What type of sweet is gummy candy, and how is it different from hard candy?

It is soft and chewy, not hard

500

Why do some sweets use artificial flavors?

To make stronger or cheaper flavors

500

How is the taste of sorbet different from ice cream?

It is lighter and more fruity, not creamy

500

Why do different countries have different sweets?

Because of culture and ingredients

500

How do sweets connect to celebrations or special days?

People eat them at parties and holidays.

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