Question 1

Skewered pieces of meat known as kebabs in Turkey are called what in Greece?&#10;A)Gyros&#10;B)Kofte&#10;C)Souvlaki&#10;D)Shawarma

Accepted Answer

In Greece, the skewered pieces of meat are known as souvlaki. Gyros is a Greek dish made of meat cooked on a vertical rotisserie, Kofte is a Turkish meatball dish, and shawarma is a Middle Eastern dish made of meat cooked on a vertical spit.

Question 2

The spread of small plates at the beginning of a meal is called:&#10;A)Mezze&#10;B)Tapas&#10;C)Pita&#10;D)Ezme

Accepted Answer

Mezze is the term used for a spread of small plates that are typically served at the beginning of a meal, particularly in Mediterranean and Middle Eastern cuisines. Tapas are similar, but are associated with Spanish cuisine, while pita and ezme are specific dishes or ingredients, rather than a spread of small plates.

Question 3

Greek honey is special because:&#10;A)It is only from flowers&#10;B)It is denser and richer than other honey&#10;C)It is sweeter than other honey&#10;D)It is the product of trees not flowers.

Accepted Answer

Greek honey is denser and richer in flavor than other honey due to the variety of herbs and flowers found in Greece. The diverse terrain of Greece allows bees to collect nectar from a range of flowers and herbs, resulting in a distinct and flavorful honey.

Question 4

Borek is the term for a:&#10;A)Stuffed meat dish&#10;B)Poached fish dish&#10;C)Stuffed vegetable dish&#10;D)Stuffed pastry

Accepted Answer

Borek is a traditional stuffed pastry dish in Turkish cuisine. It is typically made with phyllo dough and filled with various ingredients such as spinach, cheese, or ground meat.

Question 5

Moussaka is a Greek casserole made from&#10;A)Eggplant,lamb and b&#233;chamel&#10;B)Pasta,lamb and b&#233;chamel&#10;C)Eggplant,tomatoes and beef&#10;D)Fish,potatoes and rice

Accepted Answer

Moussaka is traditionally made with layers of eggplant, ground lamb or beef, and a creamy béchamel sauce. Other ingredients like tomatoes and potatoes can be added, but eggplant and meat are the main components of the dish. Pasta, fish, and rice are not typically used in moussaka.

Question 6

A &#34;spoon sweet&#34; got its name because:&#10;A)It was too soft and had to be eaten with a spoon&#10;B)It used a spoon to shape the dessert&#10;C)It was made in a large pot and served with a spoon&#10;D)It was small enough to fit on a spoon

Accepted Answer

"Spoon sweets," also known as "fruit preserves," are traditionally small sweet treats that are served on a spoon. They are typically made by boiling fruit in a sugar syrup until it thickens into a jam-like consistency. They are then served either whole or in pieces, often as a gesture of hospitality in Mediterranean and Middle Eastern cultures.

Question 7

Dolma is the term for a:&#10;A)Stuffed meat dish&#10;B)Poached fish dish&#10;C)Stuffed vegetable dish&#10;D)Stuffed pastry

Accepted Answer

Dolma is a stuffed vegetable dish that is most commonly made with grape leaves, but can also be made with other vegetables such as tomatoes or peppers. The filling typically consists of a mixture of rice, herbs, and sometimes minced meat.

Question 8

Meatballs in Turkey are called:&#10;A)Kibbeh&#10;B)Kofte&#10;C)Souvlaki&#10;D)Yang

Accepted Answer

Kofte is the correct term for meatballs in Turkey. Kibbeh is a Middle Eastern dish, Souvlaki is a Greek dish, and Yang is a Chinese dish.

Question 9

The Greek cheese with a Protected Designation of Origin is:&#10;A)Kefalotiri&#10;B)Kasseri&#10;C)Saganaki&#10;D)Feta

Accepted Answer

Feta is the Greek cheese with a Protected Designation of Origin (PDO), recognized by the European Union since 2002. This means that only cheese made in certain regions of Greece, following traditional production methods, and with specific ingredients can bear the name "feta." Therefore, it is the only option that fits the given criteria.

Question 10

One type of olive from Greece is;&#10;A)Picholine&#10;B)Kalamata&#10;C)Manzanilla&#10;D)Nicoise

Accepted Answer

Kalamata olives are a type of olive from Greece that is known for its distinct flavor and texture. They are typically used in Mediterranean dishes and are a popular choice in salads, pastas, and pizzas. Picholine, Manzanilla, and Nicoise olives are not typically associated with Greek cuisine.

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