The History of Conversation Hearts Quiz

Who is credited with inventing the first American candy machine?

• Spangler Candy

• Daniel Chase

• Silas Edwin

• Oliver Chase

What was the original purpose of Necco Wafers?

• To be a popular Halloween candy

• To be a medicinal lozenge

• To be a portable candy for soldiers

• To be a popular Valentine's Day candy

What is the legend behind the idea for conversation hearts?

• It came from a candy with messages inside like a fortune cookie

• It came from people sending love letters to the troops during the Civil War

• It came from a machine that stamped words directly on the candies

• It came from a special edition for the Twilight movie

When were hearts added to the lineup of conversation hearts?

• 1840s

• 2018

• 1860s

• 1901

What company acquired the rights to Sweethearts after NECCO declared bankruptcy?

• Chase and Company

• Smithsonian Magazine

• Spangler Candy

• New England Confectionary Company

What year did the tradition of giving chocolates on Valentine's Day begin?

• 1847

• 1901

• 1868

• 1923

What is the main flavoring ingredient in traditional candy canes?

• Strawberry

• Peppermint

• Lemon

• Cherry

Which candy was originally introduced as a Christmas novelty in 1898?

• Candy Canes

• Chocolate Santas

• Jelly Beans

• Candy Corn