Question 1

This fish has been one of Norway's most important commodities:&#10;A)Salmon&#10;B)Cod&#10;C)Trout&#10;D)Sturgeon

Accepted Answer

Cod has been Norway's most important fishery for centuries, and is still a major commodity for the country. It is exported worldwide and is an important source of income and employment. Salmon is also a significant fishery for Norway, but it has not been as long-standing or as historically important as cod. Trout and sturgeon are not major fisheries in Norway.

Question 2

This Russian ceremony is a feast similar to the Swedish smorgasbord&#10;A)Kvass&#10;B)Shchi&#10;C)Ukha&#10;D)Zakuski

Accepted Answer

The Russian ceremony mentioned that is similar to the Swedish smorgasbord is the zakuski, which is a spread of appetizers and small dishes. Kvass, shchi, and ukha are all traditional Russian food and drink items but are not specifically mentioned as being similar to a smorgasbord.

Question 3

In Russia this term is used to describe various cooked grains such as buckwheat,millet and oats:&#10;A)Kasha&#10;B)Kissel&#10;C)Lefse&#10;D)Studen

Accepted Answer

The term "Kasha" is commonly used in Russia to describe various cooked grains such as buckwheat, millet, and oats.

Question 4

These small stuffed dumplings are considered a national dish of Russia:&#10;A)Pelmeni&#10;B)Studen&#10;C)Pejmen&#10;D)Blini

Accepted Answer

Pelmeni are small stuffed dumplings made of dough and filled with minced meat, typically beef, pork, or a mixture of the two. They are boiled in water or broth and are often served with sour cream or melted butter. Pelmeni are considered a national dish of Russia and are popular throughout the country.

Question 5

These people are considered Europe's only truly indigenous people:&#10;A)Danes&#10;B)Inuit&#10;C)Sami&#10;D)Swedes

Accepted Answer

The Sami people are an indigenous people living in the northern parts of Norway, Sweden, Finland, and Russia's Kola Peninsula. They are considered Europe's only indigenous people because their culture and traditions have evolved in the area for many centuries and predate the arrival of other ethnic groups in the region.

Question 6

This Icelandic &#34;delicacy&#34; is based on this product that has been matured by burying it for three to six months to allow it to putrefy,then eaten in small chunks:&#10;A)Eggs&#10;B)Shark meat&#10;C)Sheep's stomach&#10;D)Ram's testicles

Accepted Answer

The Icelandic "delicacy" referred to here is hákarl, a dish made from fermented shark meat that has been left to mature for three to six months. The putrefaction process breaks down the toxic urea and produces a strong ammonia smell, resulting in a taste that is described as pungent and ammonia-rich. It is usually eaten in small cubes as a traditional accompaniment to the Icelandic schnapps, called brennivín.

Question 7

The different grades of caviar are based on:&#10;A)Size&#10;B)Flavor&#10;C)Color&#10;D)Species of sturgeon

Accepted Answer

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Question 8

This small berry is a relative to the raspberry and blackberry:&#10;A)Lignonberry&#10;B)Wild strawberry&#10;C)Cloudberry&#10;D)Cranberry

Accepted Answer

The cloudberry is a small orange-colored berry that is related to the raspberry and blackberry. It is found in Northern regions such as Scandinavia and Alaska, and is a popular ingredient in jams, desserts, and liqueurs. The other options, lingonberry, wild strawberry, and cranberry, while also small berries, are not as closely related to the raspberry and blackberry.

Question 9

This grain is popular because it can thrive even during short unpredictable growing seasons:&#10;A)Millet&#10;B)Wheat&#10;C)Rye&#10;D)Barley

Accepted Answer

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Deck 17: Middle Eastern Cuisine