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Practice Quizzes

1
Which of the following native cultures have dominated Latin American history?
A)French
B)Cherokee
C)Zuni
D)Mayas
2
_____ is a starchy root vegetable cultivated by all three native Latin American cultures.
A)Taro
B)Masa
C)Cassava
D)Frijoles
3
Which of the following combination found in Latin American cuisine provides complete protein?
A)Corn, chilies, and chocolate
B)Rice, tomatoes, and chilies.
C)Tomatoes, chilies, and avocado.
D)Corn, rice, and beans.
4
Which of the following is a turnover often made with leftovers.
A)Chorizo
B)Empanada
C)Ceviche
D)Sopa
5
Masa is
A)a spicy sausabe.
B)the Spanish word for beans.
C)an appetizer of raw fish marinated in citrus juice.
D)corn that has been dried, cooked, soaked in limewater, and the ground into dough.
6
Mole contains
A)turkey.
B)unsweetened chocolate.
C)chicken.
D)chorizo.
7
What food forms the basis for tacos, quesadillas, and enchiladas?
A)Tortillas
B)Plantains
C)Cassava
D)Ceviche
8
Brazil’s cooking is influenced by ____ cuisines as well as influences of native cultures..
A)Spanish and French
B)Portuguese and English
C)African and German
D)Portuguese and African
9
____ is Argentina’s signature sauce.
A)Salas
B)Poi
C)Mole
D)Chimichurri
10
Jerk, a blend of chilies, onions, garlic, allspice, and other herbs and spices featured in many____ recipes.
A)Mexican
B)Central American
C)Jamaican
D)Brazilian
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