Ketchup Trivia Quiz

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1/10 Questions

Most of the world's supply of ketchup is produced by which company?
- Hunts Tomato Ketchup
- Heinz Tomato Ketchup
- Whole Foods Tomato Ketchup
- Trader Joe's Organic Tomato Ketchup

About This Quiz

Ketchup is one of the most popular condiments in the world, and for a reason! It's savory, sweet and can be spicy all the once! Try this little quiz out and check your ketchup knowledge.

2.

Which day is National Ketchup day?
- April 1st
- May 10th
- June 5th
- July 4th
Correct Answer

A. June 5th

Explanation

National Ketchup Day is celebrated on June 5th. This day is dedicated to the popular condiment, ketchup, which is commonly used as a topping or dip for various foods. It is likely that June 5th was chosen as National Ketchup Day to coincide with the start of the summer season when barbecues and outdoor gatherings are common, and ketchup is often a staple condiment for these occasions.

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3.

Ketchup is one of the few packaged foods that doesn't include... What?
- Additives
- Acids
- Conservatives
- Preservatives
Correct Answer

A. Preservatives

Explanation

Ketchup is one of the few packaged foods that doesn't include preservatives. Preservatives are substances added to food products to extend their shelf life and prevent spoilage. However, ketchup is typically made with vinegar, which acts as a natural preservative due to its acidity. Therefore, additional preservatives are not necessary in ketchup.

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4.

Ketchup is found on how many American households?
- 85%
- 92%
- 97%
- 100%
Correct Answer

A. 97%

Explanation

According to the given information, 97% of American households have ketchup.

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5.

Which vegetable (or fruit) did the first versions of ketchup use?
- Anchovies
- Cucumber
- Pineapple
- Tomato
Correct Answer

A. Anchovies

Explanation

The first versions of ketchup used anchovies. Ketchup originated in ancient China and was made from fermented fish sauce, which included anchovies. It was later introduced to Europe and America, where the recipe was modified to include other ingredients such as tomatoes. However, the original versions of ketchup did not contain tomatoes, and instead used anchovies as a key ingredient.

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6.

In which year was published first known tomato ketchup?
- 1800
- 1805
- 1809
- 1812
Correct Answer

A. 1812

Explanation

The correct answer is 1812. This means that the first known tomato ketchup was published in the year 1812.

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7.

Approximately when was ketchup considered as medicine?
- Around 1830s
- Around 1850s
- Around 1870s
- Around 1900s
Correct Answer

A. Around 1830s

Explanation

In the 1830s, ketchup was considered as medicine.

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8.

How many tablespoons of ketchup equals same nutritional value of one medium sized tomato?
- 1
- 2
- 3
- 4
Correct Answer

A. 4

Explanation

The answer is 4 because ketchup is a concentrated form of tomato, so it takes 4 tablespoons of ketchup to equal the nutritional value of one medium-sized tomato.

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9.

In USA, how many bottles per capita do Americans consume per year?
- 3 bottles
- 1 bottle
- 2 bottles
- 5 bottles
Correct Answer

A. 3 bottles

Explanation

Americans consume an average of 3 bottles per capita per year in the USA. This indicates that on average, each person in the country consumes 3 bottles of some kind of beverage, such as water, soda, or alcoholic drinks, over the course of a year. This statistic suggests that Americans have a relatively high consumption rate of bottled beverages.

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10.

In which century did ketchup become known to people?
- 16th
- 17th
- 18th
- 19th
Correct Answer

A. 17th

Explanation

Ketchup became known to people in the 17th century.

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