Peanut Butter: History, Facts, and Fun

What is celebrated on January 24th in relation to peanut butter?

• National Sandwich Day

• National Peanut Day

• National Peanut Butter Day

• National Jelly Day

Who was responsible for the rise of peanut production after the Boll Weevil infestation?

• George Washington Carver

• George Bale

• John Harvey Kellogg

• Marcellus Gilmore Edson

What was the main issue in the infamous peanut butter case of 1965?

• Peanut butter patent rights

• Percentage of peanuts in peanut butter

• Peanut butter contamination

• Peanut butter advertising

What was the outcome of the PCA scandal in terms of industry impact?

• Rise in peanut butter exports

• Significant drop in peanut butter sales

• Introduction of new peanut butter flavors

• Increased peanut butter sales

Which world record related to peanut butter was set by volunteers at Temple University?

• Fastest time to eat a jar of peanut butter

• Largest peanut butter sculpture

• Most peanut butter jars opened in one hour

• Most peanut butter and jelly sandwiches made in one hour

What is a health benefit of consuming peanuts in moderation?

• Activates enzymes that remove toxic ammonia

• Increases cholesterol levels

• Causes weight gain

• Reduces metabolism

What unique food item do astronauts use instead of bread for their PB&J sandwiches?

• Tortillas

• Crackers

• Rice cakes

• Bagels

What is the fear of having peanut butter stuck to the roof of your mouth called?

• Arachibutyrophobia

• Peanutphobia

• Legumephobia

• Nutbutterphobia

What unusual process can create diamonds from peanut butter?

• High-pressure pressing

• High-temperature baking

• Chemical reaction with jelly

• Freezing and thawing

Which sugar substitute found in some peanut butters is highly toxic to dogs?

• Aspartame

• Stevia

• Saccharin

• Xylitol