Candy History

What was Oliver Chase's profession before he became an inventor?

• Pharmacist

• Engineer

• Scientist

• Chef

What were the early lozenges made of?

• Mashed-up herbs and chemicals

• Sugar and water

• Chocolate and caramel

• Fruits and vegetables

Why were lozenges covered with a sugary shell?

• To make them taste better

• To make them last longer

• To make them look attractive

• To hide the bad taste

What did Oliver Chase invent to make the process of making lozenges faster?

• A special machine

• A new recipe

• A different shape

• A packaging technique

What did Oliver Chase start making with his machine?

• Candy

• Medicine

• Chocolates

• Gum

What were Chase Lozenges later called?

• Necco Wafers

• Chase Wafers

• Candy Discs

• Sugar Wafers

What made candy cheaper in America?

• Chase's machine

• New candy flavors

• Competition with Europe

• Increased demand

What breakthrough did Milton Hershey make in 1899?

• Creamy milk chocolate

• Chewy gumdrops

• Super-sour Warheads

• Fluffy marshmallows

Which of the following candies were sold in the 1930s?

• Milk Duds

• Gummy Bears

• Starburst

• Hot Pepper Chocolate

What did some candy bars in the past claim to be?

• A complete meal

• A healthy snack

• A dessert

• A candy