Foods of the United States and Canada

What did Native Americans primarily live off before the establishment of the United States and Canada?

• Fishing and mining

• Hunting, gathering, and farming

• Trading and manufacturing

• Construction and weaving

What is the significance of the Three Sisters method taught by Native Americans?

• It was a method of fishing

• It was a method of hunting

• It was a highly productive method of growing corn, beans, and squash together

• It was a method of preserving food

Which region of the United States is known for its traditional European dishes like shellfish and cod?

• The Midwest

• The Northeast

• The Southwest

• The West

What did Europeans import to the Northeast that became a staple in cider and pies?

• Bananas

• Apples

• Oranges

• Grapes

What is a by-product of sugar production introduced by traders from the Caribbean?

• Honey

• Molasses

• Maple syrup

• Corn syrup

What type of food is the Midwest region known for?

• Seafood

• Corn, wheat, and dairy products

• Spicy dishes

• Tropical fruits

What type of bread is common in the Southwest?

• Sourdough

• Tortillas

• Rye bread

• Baguettes

What is a common seasoning in the Southwest?

• Basil

• Chili peppers

• Oregano

• Thyme

What is a traditional Louisiana dish that includes rice and beans?

• Gumbo

• Pasta

• Sushi

• Tacos

This chewy, nutty-flavored grain is actually an aquatic grass native to the Great Lakes region of the US.

• Barley

• Wild Rice

• Oats

• Jasmine Rice