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Pop Quiz: Spices

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1.

Which very useful word associated with the smell of spicy cooking comes originally from the Greek word for spice?

Fragrant
Exude
Aroma
Scent

2.

This is a very useful white-flowered plant whose leaves are used for cattle fodder. The seeds that it produces are commonly used in Indian cooking as a spice, and also as a yellow dye. What is the interesting name of this plant?

Valonia
Genipapo
Fenugreek
Cochineal

3.

The tiny pungent seeds of that are used to create this spice come in little green pods, and are used commonly in both Indian and Scandinavian cooking. What is the name of this spice?

Oregano
Cilantro
Marjoram
Cardamom

4.

The tree that produces the very wonderful but expensive spice nutmeg originated on which set of islands?

Falklands
Seychelles
Moluccas
Bahamas

5.

Saffron is a rich, yellow spice used in various cuisines throughout the world. From what flower is saffron derived?

Crocus
Sunflower
Camellia
Magnolia

6.

Which of these spices comes from the rhizome (or underground stem) of a plant?

Poppy seed
Caraway
Savory
Ginger

7.

Which of these is not a common type of chili pepper?

Habanero
Cayenne
Alameda
Jalapeño