The Global Journey of Chili Peppers

What is the bird's eye chili's significance in Thai cuisine?

• It's the mildest chili used

• It's used for decorative purposes

• It's only used in medicinal recipes

• It's a primary ingredient in many dishes

Which continent is home to the largest diversity of chili pepper species?

• Asia

• South America

• North America

• Africa

Which two countries are mentioned as having a significant role in the spread of chili peppers to Asia?

• Brazil and Mexico

• Spain and Portugal

• Italy and Hungary

• India and China

Which empire is noted for having enhanced the chili pepper's popularity in its cuisine?

• The Ottoman Empire

• The British Empire

• The Aztec Empire

• The Roman Empire

What chemical compound gives chili peppers their heat?

• Curcumin

• Caffeine

• Capsaicin

• Cyanide

What primarily contributed to the global spread of chili peppers?

• The Silk Road

• The Spice Trade

• The Colombian Exchange

• European colonization

What was the original purpose of Christopher Columbus' voyage that led to the discovery of chili peppers?

• To find a new continent

• To find black pepper

• To establish trade with India

• To search for gold

How did Europeans initially react to the introduction of chili peppers?

• They were ignored for decades

• They were used as currency

• They were considered too spicy

• They were immediately popular

What myth surrounds the development of the bell pepper in Europe?

• It was genetically modified

• It was bred for its size

• It was developed to be less noisy

• It was discovered by accident

Who is responsible for the creation of Paprika?

• India

• Hungary

• Thailand

• North America