Fast Food Nation Flashcard

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What is the main subject of Eric Schlosser's book "Fast Food Nation"?

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The effects of the fast food industry on society

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How has McDonald's changed the recipe for their fries over the years according to the text?

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By switching from beef fat to vegetable oil

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According to the text, what is a common ingredient in most foods Americans eat? Options: Preservatives, Natural or artificial flavor, Organic spices, Home-grown vegetables

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Natural or artificial flavor

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What is the primary reason companies in the flavor industry keep their formulas and client information private?

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To protect the reputation of fast food chains

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Where is the hub of the flavor industry mentioned in the text located?

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New Jersey Turnpike, New Jersey

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What types of products are mentioned as being created with flavors in the IFF labs?

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A variety of products including chips, cookies, toothpastes, and sports drinks

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According to the text, what primarily determines the flavor of a food?

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The smell of the food

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What is the primary reason toddlers' food preferences are shaped according to the text?

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They are influenced by the food preferences of people around them.

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According to the text, how are memory and scents related?

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Scents can help people remember things they've forgotten.

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According to the text, what is the main reason food processors have shifted towards using more natural flavors since the 1960s? Options: Cost-effectiveness, Consumer preference for health, Easier production processes, Government regulations

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Consumer preference for health