Food Quiz

On average, McDonald's sells 75 hamburgers every

• second

• 20 seconds

• 60 seconds

In 1800, what was used as a medicine for stomach pain?

• chocolate

• tea

• tomato ketchup

Answer explanation

In 1834, it was sold as a cure for indigestion by an Ohio doctor named John Cook.

In the UK, what percentage of fruit sold in supermarkets is imported?

• 50%

• 75%

• 95%

Arachibutyrophobia is a fear of...

• peas rolling across your plate

• peanut butter sticking to the top of your mouth

• finding a spider in your food

Which food has an eternal shelf life?

• honey

• lentils

• dried pasta

Answer explanation

Honey is low in water, acidic, and contains natural substances that stop bacteria from growing.

Which of these have been used as currency?

• chocolate

• coffee beans

• tea leaves

Answer explanation

They have all been used as currency in various cultures because they were valuable, rare, and highly desired by people for their flavour, energy-boosting effects, and cultural significance.