Is Sushi Your Favorite Food?
With this short quiz, we would like to test your introductory knowledge about sushi. A review of each answer will be provided after answering the question. When you complete the quiz, please continue Module 1 for more background and history with our sushi factsheets.
Questions and Answers
- 1.
Nori is the Japanese term for which element of sushi?
- A.
Ginger
- B.
Seaweed
- C.
Rice
- D.
Soy Sauce
Correct Answer
B. SeaweedExplanation
"Nori" is the seaweed that is wrapped either around the rice (makizushi) or inside of the rice (uramaki). The modern term "sushi" refers to the rice!Rate this question:
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- 2.
Which three ingredients were originally essential for making sushi?
- A.
Rice
- B.
Wasabi
- C.
Seaweed
- D.
Fish
- E.
Avocado
- F.
Salt and Vinegar
- G.
Sweet Wine
Correct Answer(s)
A. Rice
D. Fish
F. Salt and VinegarExplanation
Sushi originated from the preservation of salted fish in vinegared rice to keep it fresh, which has evolved into the delectable range of dishes (with many varied ingredients) that we still eat today!Rate this question:
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- 3.
There is only one primary type of sushi.
- A.
True
- B.
False
Correct Answer
B. FalseExplanation
Sushi comes in a wide variety! This includes not only many different kinds of ingredients, but also several styles of rolling and serving the dish.Rate this question:
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- 4.
Sushi can be traced back to an exact point in Japan's history.
- A.
True
- B.
False
Correct Answer
B. FalseExplanation
There is no particular year or time period when sushi was introduced. Techniques for preserving fish using cooked rice were developed at different points in history, usually as part of routine cooking in Japanese households. Check out our factsheets for more!Rate this question:
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- 5.
Which was the first state in the U.S. to introduce restaurant-style sushi?
- A.
California
- B.
New York
- C.
Hawaii
- D.
Illinois
Correct Answer
A. CaliforniaExplanation
The first professional sushi restaurant, Kawafuku, was opened in Los Angeles' "Little Tokyo" in 1966, by a Japanese man and his American business partner, and as early as the 1950s, sashimi was available in San Diego.Rate this question:
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- 6.
How long does it take to become an itamae, or professional sushi chef?
- A.
Six months
- B.
2 years
- C.
5 years
- D.
More than 5 years
Correct Answer
D. More than 5 yearsExplanation
In Japan, it often takes about 5 years of working under a master for an apprentice to even be allowed to cook the sushi rice! Mastery can take decades...long-time itamae may feel they still have much to learn. Of course, anyone can make sushi on a casual basis!Rate this question:
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Mar 18, 2023Quiz Edited by
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Feb 25, 2014Quiz Created by
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