The Fascinating World of Peanuts 1

What percentage of protein does a peanut contain?

• 30%

• 40%

• 25%

• 15%

How much of a child's daily protein need can a peanut butter sandwich and milk provide?

• 50%

• 40%

• 25%

• 35%

Where did peanuts originate?

• Africa

• Asia

• South America

• North America

When were peanuts first grown commercially in the US?

• 1800

• 1700

• 1600

• 1900

Who was a key figure in peanut research?

• Marie Curie

• George Washington Carver

• Thomas Edison

• Alexander Graham Bell

What did George Washington Carver develop from peanuts?

• Over 300 uses

• Exactly 100 uses

• Less than 50 uses

• More than 500 uses

What is unique about how peanuts grow?

• They grow in water.

• They grow underground.

• They grow on bushes.

• They grow on trees.

What are peanuts classified as?

• Nuts

• Legumes

• Fruits

• Seeds

What is the growing cycle of a peanut?

• 4-5 months

• 2-3 months

• 6-7 months

• 8-9 months

Which type of peanut is most used for peanut butter?

• Valencia

• Virginia

• Spanish

• Runner