Pancake Day Quiz

Why do we celebrate shrove Tuesday?

• To commemorate a religious figure

• To honor a historical event

• To celebrate the arrival of spring

• To use up eggs and fats before Lent

What is the Christian period leading up to Easter called?

• Lent

• Advent

• Pentecost

• Epiphany

What is the traditional topping for English style pancakes?

• Lemon and sugar

• Maple syrup and chocolate spread

• Honey and nuts

• Cheese

What are Scottish pancakes often called in some parts of Scotland?

• Bake Stone griddle

• Froze

• Drop scone

• Crepes

What is the traditional way of cooking Crempogs in Scotland?

• On a cast iron bake Stone griddle

• In a frying pan

• On a barbecue grill

• In the oven

What is a popular savory filling for pancakes?

• Honey and nuts

• Lemon and sugar

• Maple syrup

• Cheese

What is a common activity during Pancake Day celebrations?

• Pancake races

• Sack race

• Tug of war

• Egg hunting

Where is one of the most famous pancake races held?

• London

• Dublin

• Edinburgh

• Olney in Buckinghamshire

What is the traditional activity of the eldest unmarried daughter in Northern Ireland?

• Light the fire

• Serve the pancakes

• Make the pancake batter

• Toss the first pancake