Sandwich History

Who is credited with the invention of the sandwich?

• Benjamin Franklin

• Thomas Jefferson

• John Montagu, 4th Earl of Sandwich

• George Washington

In which country did the sandwich originate?

• England

• China

• France

• Italy

What was the original name for the sandwich?

• The Earl of Sandwich

• The Count of Panini

• The Baron of Hotdog

• The Duke of Hamburger

When did the sandwich become popular in the United States?

• 19th century

• 10th century

• 15th century

• 20th century

What is the oldest known recipe for a sandwich?

• 5th century A.D. in China

• 1st century B.C. in the Jewish Talmud

• 15th century A.D. in the Ottoman Empire

• 10th century A.D. in Europe

What type of bread was traditionally used for making sandwiches?

• White bread or wheat bread

• Sourdough bread

• Banana bread

• Rye bread

How did the sandwich get its name?

• Named after the first person to eat a sandwich

• Named after John Montagu, the 4th Earl of Sandwich

• Named after the city of Sandwich in England

• Named after the inventor of the sandwich-making machine

What is the most popular type of sandwich in the United States?

• Grilled cheese

• Tuna salad

• Peanut butter and jelly

• BLT

Who popularized the idea of eating sandwiches as a meal?

• Michael Jordan

• Marie Curie

• Elvis Presley

• John Montagu

What are some common ingredients used in a traditional sandwich?

• Peanut butter, jelly, pickles

• Chocolate, marshmallows, gummy bears

• Bread, meat, cheese, lettuce, tomato, mayonnaise, mustard

• Tofu, seaweed, hot sauce