Chinese Cuisine Quiz

What is one reason Chinese food is considered special and popular?

• Its simplicity

• Its wide variety of dishes

• Its use of only local ingredients

• Its lack of spices

Which type of cuisine is known for its spicy flavors?

• Cantonese

• Sichuan

• Shandong

• Huai-yang

What are some basic flavors of Sichuan cuisine?

• Sweet and sour

• Spicy, sweet, salty, tangy, and bitter

• Mild and creamy

• Savory and umami

Which cuisine tends to have a sweeter taste?

• Cantonese

• Shandong

• Huai-yang

• Sichuan

What is a characteristic of Shandong dishes?

• They are very sweet

• They are known for their simplicity

• They are known for their spicy flavors

• They are known for their savory flavors

What did many early emperors employ chefs for?

• To create new dishes

• To maintain traditional recipes

• To prepare Shandong cuisine

• To cook for royal banquets

What is a common ingredient in representative dishes of Sichuan cuisine?

• Lots of garlic

• Lots of ginger

• Lots of soy sauce

• Lots of chili peppers

Which cuisine is known for being lighter in taste and using a small amount of spices?

• Shandong cuisine

• Sichuan cuisine

• Cantonese cuisine

• Hunan cuisine

What might you see in front of a Cantonese restaurant?

• A large grill

• Fish tanks with live fish

• A spice rack

• A dessert display