Chocolate Production and History Quiz

What compound in chocolate is known to increase heart rate and excitement?

• Dopamine

• Caffeine

• Theobromine

• Serotonin

Where was cacao, the main ingredient of chocolate, first discovered?

• Europe

• Mexico

• Asia

• Africa

Who is credited with bringing cacao to Europe?

• Marco Polo

• Christopher Columbus

• Hernán Cortés

• Ferdinand Magellan

What innovation did Dutchman Van Houten introduce to make chocolate easier to drink?

• Roasting beans

• Adding sugar

• Creating cocoa powder

• Adding milk

What is the first step in the chocolate production process?

• Fermentation

• Harvesting

• Cacao cultivation

• Roasting

What is the purpose of fermenting cocoa beans?

• To remove impurities

• To develop chocolate aroma

• To increase sugar content

• To dry the beans

What process is essential for bringing out the taste of chocolate?

• Grinding

• Fermentation

• Tempering

• Roasting

What is the purpose of conching in chocolate production?

• To remove husks

• To dry the beans

• To promote homogenization

• To add sugar

What is the final step in the chocolate production process?

• Fermentation

• Molding

• Tempering

• Roasting

What is used to decorate bonbon chocolates?

• A rolling pin

• A paintbrush

• A fork-like tool

• A whisk