World War II Culinary Adaptations Quiz

What was the main reason for food rationing during WWII in the US?

• To reduce food waste

• To promote vegetable consumption

• To ensure the military had enough supplies

• To support the economy

What was the first product to be rationed in the US during WWII?

• Meat

• Tires

• Coffee

• Sugar

What was a favorite dish of Polish children made with potato flour sour cream?

• Blueberry dumplings

• Potato pancakes

• Sour cream cake

• Fruit tart

What ingredient was used to make mock fish fillets in England?

• Potatoes

• Beans

• Rice

• Carrots

What was a common ingredient in meatless recipes promoted during WWII?

• Walnuts

• Soy

• Lentils

• Tofu

What was a common practice for extending food rations?

• Eating less

• Eating only vegetables

• Using leftovers creatively

• Skipping meals

What was a staple ingredient in bubble and squeak?

• Flour

• Eggs

• Mashed potatoes

• Rice

What was used as a flour substitute in occupied Poland?

• Rice flour

• Potato flour

• Beans

• Cornmeal

What was used to stuff onions in the 1940s?

• Breadcrumbs

• Grape-nuts

• Cheese

• Ground beef

What was encouraged to be planted by American citizens?

• Victory gardens

• Flower gardens

• Herb gardens

• Fruit orchards