Why Are They Called 'French Fries?'

The video explores the debated origins of fries, suggesting they may have originated in Belgium rather than France. It discusses historical accounts, including American soldiers discovering fries in Belgium during World War One. The video also covers cultural claims from both Belgium and France and mentions attempts to rename fries, such as 'Freedom fries' during the Iraq war. Despite these debates, fries remain universally recognized.

According to the narrator, where might French fries have actually originated?

• Italy

• Germany

• France

• Belgium

What event led American soldiers to discover fries in Belgium?

• The Industrial Revolution

• The French Revolution

• World War Two

• World War One

Which country claims that fries were sold by street vendors in Paris in the late 18th century?

• Spain

• Belgium

• France

• Netherlands

What alternative name was given to French fries in the U.S. in 2003?

• Patriot fries

• Freedom fries

• Belgian fries

• Liberty fries

What is the general consensus about the name of fries today?

• They are universally called Belgian fries.

• They are universally called French fries.

• They are universally called Freedom fries.

• The name doesn't matter as people know what fries are.