Question 1

This term is the English name for rutabaga,a root vegetable that is an important part of British culinary history:&#10;A)Swede&#10;B)Kedgeree&#10;C)Cruibeens&#10;D)Derby

Accepted Answer

Swede is the English name for the root vegetable known as rutabaga. It is an important part of British culinary history and is often used in dishes such as stews, casseroles, and mashed vegetables. Kedgeree, Cruibeens, and Derby are not related to this root vegetable.

Question 2

This black beer is probably associated with Ireland more than any other food or beverage:&#10;A)Brack&#10;B)Champ&#10;C)Stout&#10;D)Bangers

Accepted Answer

Stout is a type of beer that is well known for its dark color and distinct roasted flavor. The most famous brand of stout is Guinness, which originated in Ireland and is strongly associated with Irish culture. Therefore, option C is the best choice. Brack is a fruit cake, Champ is a dish made with mashed potatoes and scallions or onions, and Bangers is a slang term for sausages, none of which are associated with black beer or Ireland in the same way as stout.

Question 3

This served as both a meal and a &#34;lunchbox&#34; for miners in England:&#10;A)Shepherds pie&#10;B)Finnan haddie&#10;C)Cornish Pasty&#10;D)The sandwich

Accepted Answer

Cornish pasty was designed to serve as a complete meal that could be easily carried and eaten by miners in Cornwall, England, without the need for utensils. Its distinctive design, with a thick crimped edge, allowed miners to hold it with dirty hands while eating the filled part, and then discard the edge.

Question 4

This national dish of Wales is a classic one pot meal:&#10;A)bara brith&#10;B)mince and tatties&#10;C)stovies&#10;D)cawl

Accepted Answer

Cawl is a traditional Welsh stew made with meat (usually lamb or beef), potatoes, and vegetables like carrots, leeks, and celery. It is often served with bread and cheese and is a hearty and warming meal, perfect for colder weather.

Question 5

The failure of this crop in Ireland led to widespread famine during the mid-1800's:&#10;A)Wheat&#10;B)Corn&#10;C)Oats&#10;D)Potato

Accepted Answer

The failure of the potato crop in Ireland in the mid-1800s, due to a fungal disease commonly known as "potato blight," led to widespread famine that resulted in the deaths of approximately one million people and forced millions more to emigrate from Ireland. The potato was a staple food for many Irish peasants at the time, and the heavy reliance on this single crop made the population highly vulnerable to crop failures.

Question 6

Kippers are:&#10;A)Sardines&#10;B)Smoked herring&#10;C)Anchovies&#10;D)Smoked haddock

Accepted Answer

Kippers are smoked herring, often served for breakfast in the UK.

Question 7

Fish and Chips are doused with this special seasoning:&#10;A)Ketsup&#10;B)Malt vinegar&#10;C)Yarg&#10;D)Red Sauce

Accepted Answer

The traditional seasoning for Fish and Chips is malt vinegar. It provides a tangy and slightly sour flavor that complements the savory taste of the dish. Ketchup and Red Sauce are not commonly used as a seasoning for Fish and Chips, and Yarg is actually a type of cheese, not a seasoning.

Question 8

This Scottish dish is a result of their frugal nature to use all parts of an animal:&#10;A)Breed&#10;B)Haggis&#10;C)Stovies&#10;D)Bubble and squeak

Accepted Answer

Haggis is made from sheep's heart, liver, and lungs, mixed with onion, oatmeal, suet, spices, and stock, all encased in a sheep's stomach. This dish demonstrates the Scottish practice of not wasting any part of an animal.

Question 9

Laverbread is a traditional Welsh dish made from:&#10;A)seaweed&#10;B)corn&#10;C)wheat&#10;D)rye

Accepted Answer

Laverbread is made from seaweed, specifically from the species of seaweed called laver. It is a traditional dish in Wales and is often served as part of a full Welsh breakfast.

Question 10

This cheese is known as the &#34;King of English Cheeses&#34;:&#10;A)Cheddar&#10;B)Cheshire&#10;C)Stilton&#10;D)Wensleydale

Accepted Answer

Stilton is known as the "King of English Cheeses" due to its rich and creamy texture, and has been produced in England for over 200 years. While cheddar and wensleydale are popular English cheeses, they are not typically referred to as the "King" of English cheeses. Cheshire is a crumbly white cheese that is not typically considered a contender for the title of "King of English Cheeses."

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