General
Test Questions
Ingredients
Fruit/Vegetables
Location
Dish
100

In what shape is the pasta 'Rotinni'?

Spiral or Screw

100

The founder of Islam is __________________________.

Mohammad 

100

What is the most commonly used oil in Chinese cooking?

Peanut Oil

100

What vegetable is also called a 'courgette'.

Zucchini

100

Which country did the cheese Brie originate from?

France

100

An enchilada is from which regional cuisine?

Mexican

200

What term is used slow cooking meats like duck or pork to slow cook any fat out of them?

Rendering

200

What are the 2 main sects of Islam?

Sunni and Shi'ite 

200

What ingredient makes bread rise?

Yeast

200

Potatoes, turnips, and carrots are all considered what types of vegetables?

Root Vegetables

200

In which country was ice-cream invented?

China

200

A canadian dish made with french fries.

Poutine

300

What type of potato chip is sold in a can?

Pringles

300

Islam began in the city of ______________, Saudi Arabia.

Mecca

300

What is the main ingredient in hummus?

Chickpeas

300

Which vegetable is used to make Kimchi? 

Napa Cabbage, Radishes, or Cucumbers 

300

Stilton is a cheese from which country?

England

300

Which dish traditionally includes almond flour and coconut?

Macaroons

400

What is the oldest soft drink sold in the USA?

Doctor Pepper

400

The Holy books of Islam is the _______________ and the ______________.

Qur'an and Hadith's 
400

What is the most widely eaten food in the world?

Rice

400

Peaches that have smooth and shiny skin are known as what?

Nectarines

400

Curry is a famous dish from which country?

India.

400

Which Mexican food has a name meaning "little donkey"?

Burrito

500

What is the most common food allergen?

Nuts

500

Who is Jesus according to Islam?

According to Islam, Jesus (Isa in Arabic) is one of the most respected of the over 124,000 prophets sent by Allah.

Jesus was sinless.

Jesus was born of a virgin. His virgin birth is like Adam’s creation.

Jesus  is not God, and God is not Jesus.

According to Islam, Jesus was a great miracle worker, but not the Son of God.

He was not crucified (he ascended to heaven without dying).

He is referred to as messiah and ayatollah           (ayat allah, sign of God).

Jesus, not Muhammad, will return for a special role before the future judgment day, perhaps turning Christians to Islam.

500

What is the most widely eaten meat in the world?

Pork

500

Which pepper is currently known to be the hottest in the world?

The Carolina Reaper

500

'Iron Chef' the show originated in which country?

Japan

500

Which spirit is known to be made from fermented rice?

Sake

600

A Roy Rogers drink consists of what?

Coke and Grenadine 
600

A follower of Islam is called a ____________.

Muslim

600

What is the most expensive spice in the world by weight?

Saffron

600

Not introduced into Italian cuisine until the late 16th century, but commonly attributed with it, what vegetable am I?

Tomato

600

Which country does the chorizo sausage originate from?

Spain

600

What is the national dish of China?

Peking duck

700

What drink is made with 7up and Grenadine?

Shirley Temple 
700

How is one “saved” according to Islam?

Humans are basically good, but fallible and need guidance.

The balance between good and bad deeds determines eternal destiny in paradise or hell.

Allah’s mercy may tip the balances to heaven, as his will is supreme.


700

Which flower does the spice saffron come from?

Crocus

700

What are the 3 main ingredients in Ratatouille?

Eggplant, Tomato, Squash/Zucchini

700

 Where was the Caesar Salad invented?

Mexico

700

What type of liquid is used to marinate raw fish in Mexican ceviche?

Lime juice.

800

A Scoville unit is used to measure what scale?

The spicy heat of peppers

800

Law that regulates family life, moral conduct, business, and community life of the Muslims.

Sharia 

800

Traditionally, what kind of icing frosts a carrot cake?

Cream Cheese

800

Sauerkraut is composed of which vegetable?

Cabbage

800

Where did Tri Tip become famous? 

Santa Maria, California 
800

The name for this popular dessert stems from the French word for “froth” or “foam”.

Mousse

900

What was ketchup used as during the 1830s?

Medicine

900

“successor” or “deputy.” Used in relation to those who rule after Mohammad.

Caliph 

900

What is meant to be the main flavor in a traditional tiramisu?

Coffee

900

What is known as the “world’s smelliest fruit”?

Durian

900

Bubble tea originated in which country?  

Taiwan

900

What is the main ingredient in Borscht, the national dish of Ukraine?

Beets

1000

In medical emergencies, coconut water can also be used as what?

Blood plasma

1000

List and describe the 5 Pillars of Islam.

Confessing that Allah is the one true God and that Muhammad is his prophet.

Praying five times daily facing Mecca

Giving Alms

Fasting during the month of Ramadan 

Making a Pilgrimage to Mecca

1000

Marzipan is made from which nuts?

Almonds

1000

What is considered to be the oldest known vegetable?

Pea

1000

Dijon, France is famous for which condiment?

Mustard

1000

The national dish of Hungary is a stew of meat and veggies seasoned with spices. What is it called?

Goulash

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