Absinthe: The Mysterious Green Spirit

What are some of the nicknames for absinthe mentioned in the introduction?

• The Yellow Fairy, The Yellow Muse, The Yellow Oblivion

• The Red Fairy, The Red Muse, The Red Oblivion

• The Blue Fairy, The Blue Muse, The Blue Oblivion

• The Green Fairy, The Green Muse, The Green Oblivion

What is the primary plant used in the production of absinthe?

• Green anise

• Grand wormwood

• Sweet fennel

• Lavender

Which famous artist is known for featuring absinthe in their work?

• Vincent van Gogh

• Claude Monet

• Edgar Degas

• Pablo Picasso

What was the alleged effect of absinthe on Vincent van Gogh according to some theories?

• It improved his artistic skills

• It had no effect on him

• It caused his depression

• It made him more sociable

What was the main reason for the negative perception of absinthe in the 19th century?

• Its association with mental illness

• Its lack of flavor

• Its high cost

• Its popularity among the elite

What infamous crime was linked to absinthe consumption in Switzerland?

• The Anise Affair

• The Wormwood Tragedy

• The Green Fairy Incident

• The Absinthe Murders

What was the legal status of absinthe in the U.S. regarding its chemical composition?

• It was only legal for medicinal use

• It was illegal to possess products with high thujone levels

• It was never banned

• It was banned entirely

What was the alleged role of absinthe in the Battle of New Orleans?

• It was used as a weapon

• It was part of a negotiation between leaders

• It was banned before the battle

• It was used to celebrate the victory

What was the outcome of the lawsuit regarding the location of Jackson and Lafitte's meeting?

• The case was settled out of court

• The case was dismissed

• The case was won by the old absinthe house

• The case was won by maspero's exchange

What is a common myth about absinthe's effects?

• It is a cure for all ailments

• It is non-alcoholic

• It causes instant addiction

• It has strong hallucinatory properties