Grade 12 Humanities ELA: The Influence of Arab Culture on Europe

What spices were introduced to medieval European cuisine from the Middle East?

• a) Oregano and thyme

• b) Black pepper and nutmeg

• c) Basil and rosemary

• d) Parsley and sage

During which centuries did Arab rule influence southern Spain and bring Middle Eastern cuisine to the region?

• a) 4th to 7th centuries

• b) 8th to 15th centuries

• c) 16th to 18th centuries

• d) 19th to 20th centuries

Which two vegetables originated in the Middle East and were introduced to European medieval kitchens?

• a) Carrots and broccoli

• b) Spinach and eggplant

• c) Cauliflower and peas

• d) Brussels sprouts and zucchini

What substance, often used as a spice to garnish food, was imported from the Middle East to Europe?

• a) Honey

• b) Salt

• c) Sugar

• d) Vinegar

Which Arab medical concept influenced Europeans' ideas about nutrition during the Middle Ages?

• a) Calorie counting

• b) Protein intake

• c) Humoral theory

• d) Vitamin deficiency

According to the humoral theory, what were the four fluids of the body that needed to be balanced for good health?

• a) Blood, sweat, tears, and mucus

• b) Black bile, yellow bile, phlegm, and blood

• c) Oxygen, carbon dioxide, nitrogen, and hydrogen

• d) Salt, sugar, water, and vinegar

Which region of Europe was most influenced by Arab cuisine due to Arab rule over southern Spain?

• a) Northern Europe

• b) Eastern Europe

• c) Southern Europe

• d) Western Europe

What was the purpose of using spices considered "hot and dry" in medieval European cuisine?

• a) To enhance sweetness

• b) To balance moist foods

• c) To add bitterness

• d) To increase saltiness

What literary figure from the 16th century used the concept of humors to associate them with specific moods and temperaments?

• a) Dante Alighieri

• b) Geoffrey Chaucer

• c) William Shakespeare

• d) Miguel de Cervantes

Which of the following was NOT influenced by Arab culture on European cuisine?

• a) Spices

• b) Humoral theory

• c) Potatoes

• d) Sugar