How Well Do You Know Vin Mariani?

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How Well Do You Know Vin Mariani? - Quiz

Vin Mariani, was a ‘tonic wine’ that debuted in 1863 and shortly thereafter became a worldwide sensation. Do you want to have a sip?

Questions and Answers

1.

Vin Mariani tonic is a .........
- A.
  
  Milk
- B.
  
  Salt
- C.
  
  Sugar
- D.
  
  Patent medicine
Correct Answer
D. Patent medicine

Explanation
Vin Mariani tonic is classified as a patent medicine. Patent medicines were popular in the 19th and early 20th centuries and were marketed as cure-alls for various ailments. Vin Mariani tonic, created by Angelo Mariani in the 1860s, was a popular tonic that contained coca leaves, which are a source of cocaine. It was marketed as a health tonic and was believed to provide various health benefits. However, the use of cocaine in the tonic led to its decline in popularity and eventual ban in many countries.

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2.

It was created the year?
- A.
  
  1972
- B.
  
  1956
- C.
  
  1863
- D.
  
  1873
Correct Answer
C. 1863
3.

Who created Vin Mariani?
- A.
  
  David Mariani
- B.
  
  Angela Mariani
- C.
  
  Josh Mariani
- D.
  
  Mary Mariani
Correct Answer
B. Angela Mariani
4.

In which year was the drink called Vin Tonique Mariani?
- A.
  
  1863
- B.
  
  1880
- C.
  
  1963
- D.
  
  1967
Correct Answer
A. 1863

Explanation
Vin Tonique Mariani was a drink that was created in 1863. This drink, also known as Mariani wine or Coca Mariani, was an early version of what would later become Coca-Cola. It was created by Angelo Mariani, a French chemist, and contained a mixture of wine and coca leaves. The drink gained popularity for its supposed medicinal properties and was endorsed by many celebrities and public figures of the time. However, its use of coca leaves eventually led to legal issues, and the drink was eventually reformulated without the coca extract.

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5.

Where was the creator of Mariani from?
- A.
  
  UK
- B.
  
  USA
- C.
  
  France
- D.
  
  Italy
Correct Answer
C. France

Explanation
The creator of Mariani was from France.

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6.

What was the profession of the creator of the drink?
- A.
  
  Student
- B.
  
  Pastor
- C.
  
  Driver
- D.
  
  Chemist
Correct Answer
D. Chemist

Explanation
The correct answer is Chemist. The question asks about the profession of the creator of the drink. A chemist is a professional who specializes in the study and manipulation of chemicals, which includes creating new substances like drinks. Therefore, it is reasonable to assume that the creator of the drink mentioned in the question is a chemist.

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7.

Which of the following leaves is part of the ingredients in the drink?
- A.
  
  Cola leaves
- B.
  
  Palm leaves
- C.
  
  Orange leaves
- D.
  
  Pear leaves
Correct Answer
A. Cola leaves

Explanation
Cola leaves are part of the ingredients in the drink.

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8.

Who awarded a Vatican gold medal to the wine?
- A.
  
  Charles Darwin
- B.
  
  Steve Johnson
- C.
  
  Pope Leo
- D.
  
  Mary Anderson
Correct Answer
C. Pope Leo

Explanation
Pope Leo awarded a Vatican gold medal to the wine.

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9.

................also endorsed the wine, claiming it helped him stay awake longer
- A.
  
  Chris tucker
- B.
  
  John Evans
- C.
  
  Jackie Chan
- D.
  
  Thomas Edison
Correct Answer
D. Thomas Edison

Explanation
Thomas Edison is the correct answer because he is known for endorsing a wide range of products, including wine. Additionally, he was known to work long hours and often struggled with sleep, so it is plausible that he would claim that wine helped him stay awake longer.

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10.

The person who awarded Vatican gold medal to the wine was a.....
- A.
  
  Pope
- B.
  
  Footballer
- C.
  
  Artist
- D.
  
  Student
Correct Answer
A. Pope

Explanation
The Vatican is the headquarters of the Roman Catholic Church, and the Pope is the highest authority in the Catholic Church. As such, the Pope has the authority to award medals and honors. In this case, the Vatican gold medal was awarded to the wine. Since only the Pope has the authority to award such a medal, the correct answer is Pope.

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