Potato Olympics Quiz

Where were potatoes first cultivated?

• Europe

• Asia

• South America

• Africa

Which explorers brought potatoes to Europe in the 16th century?

• French explorers

• Spanish explorers

• British explorers

• Portuguese explorers

What essential vitamins and minerals do potatoes provide?

• Vitamin A and calcium

• Vitamin B and iron

• Vitamin C and potassium

• Vitamin D and magnesium

What are seed potatoes?

• Large potatoes used for cooking

• Small pieces of potato with at least one "eye" or bud

• Potatoes that are used to make starch

• Potatoes that are used in science experiments

Which of the following is NOT a popular potato dish mentioned in the text?

• French fries

• Mashed potatoes

• Potato salad

• Potato soup

In what type of climate do potatoes thrive?

• Hot and dry

• Cool

• Tropical

• Humid

What is one non-food use of potatoes mentioned in the text?

• Making paper

• Creating electricity in science experiments

• Building materials

• Making clothes

Where were potatoes first cultivated?

• Europe

• North America

• South America

• Asia

Who were the first people to cultivate potatoes?

• The Spanish

• The Europeans

• The Inca

• The Egyptians

What essential vitamins and minerals do potatoes provide?

• Vitamin A and calcium

• Vitamin C and potassium

• Vitamin D and iron

• Vitamin B and magnesium