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African foods

Total questions: 18

Worksheet time: 9mins

Name
Class
Date
1.

What did the ancient people of Africa essentially invent?

a)

Agriculture and fishing

b)

Cooking and ways of hunting and gathering

c)

Writing and mathematics

d)

Architecture and engineering

2.

What are African dishes a combination of?

a)

Local fruits, vegetables, dairy, and meats

b)

Only meats and dairy

c)

Imported spices and grains

d)

Seafood and tropical fruits

3.

Why is North African cuisine well known?

a)

It is the largest region in Africa.

b)

It is closest to Asia.

c)

It is closest to Europe.

d)

It has the most diverse wildlife.

4.

What is a Tajine?

a)

A type of bread

b)

A slow cooked stew with sliced meat, poultry or fish with vegetables

c)

A dessert made with honey and nuts

d)

A type of pasta

5.

What is couscous primarily made from?

a)

Rice

b)

Durum wheat semolina

c)

Cornmeal

d)

Barley

6.

How is couscous typically served?

a)

With a stew

b)

With pasta

c)

With bread

d)

With soup

7.

What does much of East Africa rely on for food?

a)

Grains and vegetables

b)

Seafood and fruits

c)

Dairy and meat

d)

Processed foods

8.

Why has Central Africa's food remained primarily traditional?

a)

It is influenced by many cultures.

b)

It is landlocked and not as accessible to other influences.

c)

It has a large coastline.

d)

It imports most of its food.

9.

Which of the following animals are hunted in Central Africa for meat?

a)

Lions, tigers, and bears

b)

Elephants, giraffes, and zebras

c)

Monkeys, crocodiles, and antelopes

d)

Kangaroos, koalas, and emus

10.

What is typically served as a side with Muamba Nsusu?

a)

Rice

b)

Fufu

c)

Bread

d)

Potatoes

11.

What is commonly added to foods in West African countries?

a)

Sugar

b)

Hot spices

c)

Vinegar

d)

Salt

12.

How is Thieboudienne traditionally served?

a)

In individual bowls

b)

In a large dish and eaten by hand

c)

On a skewer

d)

In a sandwich

13.

What are the main ingredients in West African Okra Stew?

a)

Chicken and potatoes

b)

Tiger prawns and white fish

c)

Beef and carrots

d)

Lamb and peas

14.

What is the base of the sauce used in Okra Stew?

a)

Cream sauce

b)

Tomato sauce

c)

Soy sauce

d)

Cheese sauce

15.

Which countries influenced South African cuisine?

a)

Dutch and British

b)

French and Spanish

c)

Italian and Greek

d)

German and Portuguese

16.

What is Bobotie?

a)

A type of South African bread

b)

A mixture of curried meat and fruit topped with an egg layer

c)

A spicy vegetable stew

d)

A sweet dessert made with coconut

17.

What is Malva Pudding baked with?

a)

Apricot jam

b)

Strawberry jam

c)

Raspberry jam

d)

Blueberry jam

18.

What is poured over Malva Pudding after it is baked?

a)

Sweet cream sauce

b)

Chocolate sauce

c)

Caramel sauce

d)

Vanilla sauce