001. Egypt is bordered in the north by the Mediterranean Sea, in the south by Sudan, in the east by the Red Sea and Israel and in the west by: A. Libya B. Lebanon C. Nigeria D. Ethiopia
002. Egypt's earliest known capital was: A. Cairo B. Luxor C. Eilat D. Memphis
003. Egypt is the second most populous country in Africa behind: A. South Africa B. Nigeria C. Libya D. Algeria
004. Cairo, Egypt's capital is the largest city in both Africa and the Middle East? A. True B. False
005. 96% of Egypt's population lives in: A. Cairo B. Sinia Peninsula C. the Nile River valley D. Luxor
006. Egypt was part of the Ottoman Empire: A. 1517-1798 B. 1017-1432 C. 1654-1786 D. 675-891
007. In 1171 Egypt was conquered by Saladin and united with: A. Libya B. Turkey C. Syria D. Saudi Arabia
008. In 1824, the Egyptian armies fought on this side during the Greek independence revolts against the Ottomans: A. Syrian B. Cypriot C. British D. Turkish
009. The Suez Canal was opened in: A. 1869 B. 1941 C. 1772 D. 1973
010. The first writing system appears in Egypt: A. Turkey B. Israel C. Egypt D. Syria
011. Alexander the Great ruled Egypt during this period: A. 445-435 BC B. 568-558 BC C. 271-261 BC D. 333-323 BC
012. The largest pyramid ever can be found in which Egyptian city: A. Cairo B. Giza C. Luxor
013. During the 5th dynasty (2494-2345 BC) this ancient Egyptian god was thought to be the creator and maintainer of the universe: A. Ra, the sun god B. Kha, the princely chef C. Ja, the god of wine
014. In the 4th century BC, Alexander the Great conquers Cyprus and unites it with: A. Turkey B. Egypt C. Greece D. Libya
015. During 1570-71, control of Cyprus was seized by: A. the Turks B. the Greeks C. the British D. the Italians
016. From 1571-1878 Cyprus was controlled by: A. the Turks B. the Greeks C. the British D. the Italians
017. In 1878, the British occupy Cyprus in an agreement with: A. Greece B. England C. France D. Turkey
018. The Greek sector of Cyprus is known as: A. The Greek Republic of Cyprus B. The Republic of Cyprus C. Cypriot Republic
019. The Turkish sector of Cyprus is known as: A. The Cypriot Republic of Southern Turkey B. The Turkish Republic of Northern Cyprus
020. Greece's official name: A. Hellenic Republic B. Greece C. Hellena D. Republic of Greece
021. In the 11th century, the Crusaders crossed Greece on their way to: A. Spain B. the Middle East C. Italy D. England
022. Ottoman Turks invaded Greece: A. 1606 B. 1293 C. 1456 D. 782
023. In 1522, which Greek island was conquered by the Turks: A. Rhodes B. Crete C. Corfu
024. The Greek island of Crete was conquered by: A. the Crusaders B. the Turks C. the Normans D. the Italians
025. Greece remained part of the Ottoman Empire for: A. 125 years B. 1200 years C. 400 years D. 650 years
026. The only part of Greece never occupied by the Turks: A. Corfu B. Crete C. Rhodes D. Athens
027. Arabs make up ___% of the non-Jewish population in Israel: A. 31 B. 8 C. 13 D. 46
028. Jerusalem was officialy proclaimed the capital of Israel in: A. 1967 B. 1980 C. 1990 D. 1951
029. Israel and Jordan signed a historic peace agreement in: A. 1967 B. 1989 C. 1994 D. 1995
030. The ancient Kingdom of Israel was ruled by these three kings from 1020-922 BC: A. Saul, David, Solomon B. David, Aaron, Jacob C. Saul, Herod, Solomon
031. The first king of ancient Israel was: A. David B. Jeroboam C. Herod D. Moses
032. In what continent is Jordan located: A. Europe B. Asia
033. Jordan is bordered by Israel, Syria, Saudi Arabia, the Red Sea and: A. Iraq B. Iran C. Lebanon D. Turkey
034. In 1517, the area that is now Jordan was conquered by the: A. Assyrians B. Greeks C. Ottmon Empire D. Byzantine Empire
035. The Turks lost control of Jordan: A. during World War I B. during World War II C. during the Balkan Wars
036. Lebanon is bordered by Syria and: A. Jordan B. Israel C. Iraq D. Saudi Arabia
037. From 1516 to 1918, Lebanon was part of the: A. Hashemite Kingdom B. Ottoman Empire C. Republic of Southern Syria
038. This Syrian city claims to be the world's oldest continuously settled city: A. Beirut B. Damascus C. Aleppo D. Hama
039. In 63 BC, Syria was incorporated into which empire: A. Byzantine B. Ottoman C. Roman
040. Syria was part of the Ottoman Empire from 1516 to the end of: A. World War I B. World War II C. the Balkan Wars
041. The Turks were thrown out of Syria in: A. 640 B. 1850 C. 1918 D. 1946
042. Syria is bordered by Iraq, Jordan, Israel, Lebanon, the Mediterranean Sea and: A. Bulgaris B. Iran C. Russia D. Turkey
043. During the mid-1st century, the area that is now Turkey succumbed to: A. Rome B. Sicily C. Assyria D. Baghdad
044. In 324 AD, the capital of the Roman Empire was: A. Izmir B. Constantinople C. Anatolia D. Athens
045. In 1453, the Ottoman Empire captured: A. Athens B. Cairo C. Baghdad D. Constantinople
046. Ottoman Empire begins to collapse, and with it their control of the region: A. 17th century B. 18th and 19th centuries C. 19th and 20th centuries
047. In 1923, the capital of Turkey was moved from Constantinople to: A. Istanbul B. Antatolia C. Ankara D. Izmir
048. The adults in this city spend more time dining out than the residents of any other city in the world: A. Athens, Greece B. Tel Aviv, Israel C. Cairo, Egypt
049. 85% of the adults in this city start their day at a cafe: A. Damascus, Syria B. Athens, Greece C. Nicosia, Cyprus
050. The residents of this city, during the course of their lifetimes, spend more time in restaurants and cafes than they do at either school or work: A. Amman, Jordan B. Tel Aviv, Israel C. Athens, Greece
051. The residents of this city spend more time eating out every week than they do watching television: A. Athens, Greece B. Cairo, Egypt C. Beirut, Lebanon
052. At the peak of their power they controlled the majority of the eastern Mediterranean: A. The Romans B. The Ottomans C. The Egyptians D. The Syrians
053. Organized the first standing army in Europe, including the eastern Mediterranean: A. the Ottomans B. the Romans C. the Ehyptians D. the Syrians
054. The most populous nation in the Arab world is: A. Jordan B. Syria C. Lebanon D. Egypt
055. The largest city in the Middle East is: A. Jerusalem B. Cairo C. Istanbul D. Athens E. Damascus
056. The Greek sciences and arts were origionally influenced by: A. the Egyptians B. the Syrians C. the Turks the Palestinians
057. The only original contribution of the Cypriots to the regional cuisine is: A. Ouzo B. Stuffed calamari C. Haloumi cheese D. Semolina cookies
058. The first people to bake bread were the: A. Egyptians B. Romans C. Greeks D. Italians
059. In Cyprus, nearly every stew will be complemented by whole or crushed: A. Hazelnuts B. Almonds C. Dates D. Lentils
060. Italians learned to make pasta from the: A. Greeks B. Turks C. Egyptians D. Chinese
061. Lakerda is a large, oily fish found in the Mediterranean sea, mostly around the coast of: A. Turkey B. Greece C. Israel D. Egypt
062. This olive oil is made from the first pressing of specially selected olives: A. Pure B. Virgin C. Extra virgin D. Oleic
063. A term used to describe the presence or lack of an initial flavor impact in olive oil is: A. Green B. Mild C. Bite D. Aggressive
064. A negative term used to describe olive oils that leave a greasy feeling in the mouth: A. Astringent B. Harsh C. Greasy D. Fatty
065. A dry wine drunk with sweet foods will taste: A. Sour B. Sweet C. Bitter D. Bland
066. The ideal wine with oysters, clams, lobsters and other shellfish is: A. Full-bodied white B. Light dry white C. Full-bodied red
067. When serving two or more wines at a meal, serve young before old: A. True B. False
068. When serving two or more wines at a meal, serve full before light: A. True B. False
069. Red wines should be served: A. Cold B. At room temperature C. Warm
070. The three most popular cheeses in the region are the Greek Feta, the Cypriot Haloumi and: A. The Turkish Kefalotyri B. The Israeli Gavina C. The Syrian Brie
071. The fat content of cheeses made from goat's milk can be up to: A. 15% B. 30% C. 45% D. 60%
072. The most popular dairy product of the entire Eastern Mediterranean is: A. Ice cream B. Cheese C. Yogurt D. Cheese blintzes
073. Catholics associate the apple with: A. Delight B. Power C. Discipline D. Original sin
074. Men in Greece and Turkey consider apricot juice good for: A. Strength B. Longevity C. Knowledge D. Wisdom
075. Cauliflower was first cultivated in the region: A. True B. False
076. Cucumbers are vegetables: A. True B. False
077. Until recently, cucumbers were only served: A. Pickled B. Salted C. Cooked D. Dried
078. There are over ___ varieties of dates: A. 60 B. 110 C. 180 D. 360
079. The white eggplant is also known as: A. Greek B. Lightening C. Casper D. Ghost
080. The sweetest of all Mediterranean fruits are: A. Figs B. Dates C. Strawberries D. Bananas
081. In early Christian art, the appearance of the pomegranate symbolized: A. Power B. Eternal life C. Original sin D. Devotion
082. This vegetable is also known as "poor man's asparagus": A. Carrot B. Green onion C. Broccoli D. Leek
083. Lettuce was first cultivated by: A. ancient Egyptians B. Romans C. ancient Greeks D. Italians
084. Onions were cultivated as far back as 3200 BCE by: A. Egyptians B. Romans C. Greeks D. Spaniards
085. Quince is a close relative of the: A. Apple B. Pear C. Grapefruit D. Garlic
086. Vine leaves come from the leaves of this vine: A. Cucumber B. Grape C. Strawberry D. Date
087. Lentils were one of the first seeds used as food: A. True B. False
088. The pastry chefs of Vienna would not be able to make apple strudel if they had not learned the art of making phyllo dough from the: A. Turks B. Arabs C. Egyptians D. Greeks
089. In many Mediterranean countries, basil leaves worn around the neck are thought to protect one from: A. Magical spells B. The evil eye C. Enemies D. Death
090. Dill is an annual herb that originated in the Mediterranean: A. True B. False
091. It is impossible to grown ginger in the Mediterranean Basin: A. True B. False
092. Mead is literally: A. Barley beer B. Thick wine C. Brandy D. Honey ale
093. This Mediterranean herb is also known as "wild marjoram": A. Basil B. Oregano C. Bay D. Fennel
094. There are more than 50 varieties of thyme, all native to the region: A. True B. False
095. Fossil records have recorded their presence from as long as 500 million years ago: A. Cod B. Quail C. Calamari D. Lentils
096. A flavor that comes from pressing olives that were overheated before being pressed: A. Burned B. Metallic C. Vinegary D. Pungent
097. Eggplant is a vegetable: A. True B. False
098. There is no fruit more important to the diet of the entire region than the: A. Fig B. Date C. Apricot D. Olive
099. Grenadine, a non-alcoholic syrup used in various cocktails is made from: A. Currants B. Pomegranates C. Raspberries D. Strawberries
100. In many Mediterranean countries, young men still wear a sprig of this herb when they go courting: A. Rosemary B. Garlic C. Basil D. Chervil
101. Most archaeologists now agree that the first city, built nearly 9,000 years ago, was near: A. Amman B. Damascus C. Cairo D. Jericho
102. The first wines of the region were not made from grapes but from: A. Watermelons B. Strawberries C. Figs D. Dates
103. The ancient Egyptians and the ___ devised a way to remove the moisture from most fruits: A. Romans B. Turks C. Greeks D. Arabs
104. Both red and white cucumbers are found in Egypt: A. True B. False
105. One of the earliest liqueurs was made about 4,500 years ago in Egypt by combining sugar cane, honey, molasses and the juice of: A. Apples B. Oranges C. Cucumbers D. Watermelon
106. Figs have been found in the tombs of pharaohs: A. True B. False
107. Since the time of the pharaohs, grapes have served as a symbol of luxury, good taste and: A. Elegance B. Strength C. Sweetness D. Wisdom
108. During the reign of Pharaoh Tutankhamen, grapes were said to be "more plentiful than the: A. Stars B. Water of the Nile C. Days D. Nation's of the world
109. One of the food rations given to slave workers working on the pyramids in Egypt was: A. Leeks B. Honey C. Figs D. Apples
110. Records indicate ancient Sumerians eating pears as far back as: A. 5000 BCE B. 3500 BCE C. 2750 BCE D. 1500 BCE
111. The ancient Egyptians cultivated radishes as far back as: A. 4460 BCE B. 3550 BCE C. 2780 BCE D. 1620 BCE
112. Egyptians like to munch on this fruit after their seductions: A. Oranges B. Figs C. Strawberries D. Quince
113. Egyptians use ground almonds and ____ to thicken sauces: A. Pistachios B. Lentils C. Pine nuts D. Apple seeds
114. The slaves who built the Pyramid of Cheops refused to work without their daily portion of: A. Honey B. Cucumbers C. Matzo D. Garlic
115. Egyptians once considered this herb so godlike a plant that only the Pharaohs were allowed to cut it: A. Mint B. Basil C. Garlic D. Rosemary
116. In ancient Egypt, basil could only be cut with a golden sickle: A. True B. False
117. Stealing or sampling from the ___ collected for the pharaohs was considered a crime punishable by death: A. Basil B. Almonds C. Honey D. Olives
118. The Pharaohs valued spices mostly for their use in making the incense known as "kuphi" - literally: A. Worship the gods B. Holy smoke C. Magic smoke D. Mystical
119. Olive oils obtained from green olives or olives turning color will have a: A. Bitter taste B. Fatty taste C. Flat taste D. Green taste
120. Mark Twain referred to this vegetable as "nothing but a cabbage with a college education": A. Beet B. Cauliflower C. Lettuce D. Garlic
121. Of the 60 known varieties of cucumbers, how many are cultivated in the region: A. 3 B. 17 C. 32 D. 60
122. The golden bells that ornamented holy temples, whether in Giza or Athens, were shaped like: A. Apples B. Olives C. Figs D. Pomegranates
123. Rather than as an edible plant, lettuce was first used: A. As a dye B. For the oil in its seeds C. As place mats D. For shade
124. The almond is related to the plum and apricot: A. True B. False
125. The people of the region have always perceived dishes based on grains and beans as: A. Poor man's food B. Poor man's caviar C. Poor man's stew
126. Unlike most herbs, it is more potent dried than fresh: A. Basil B. Bay C. Garlic D. Allspice
127. Garlic grows in "heads" and each head contains anywhere from __ cloves: A. 8-10 B. 13-23 C. 2-100 D. 16-64
128. With its mildly licorice and slightly bitter flavor, this is considered the prince of all herbs: A. Anise B. Fennel C. Sumac D. Tarragon
129. In the Middle East, a thyme-sumac-salt mixture will sometimes be sold as: A. Za'atar B. Tahini C. Humus D. Sesame sauce
130. Some say that this herb has the power to bring the dead back to life: A. Bay B. Basil C. Garlic D. Tarragon
131. A negative term used to describe olive oils that have been kept for too long in jars or tins: A. Pungent B. Rancid C. Old D. Stale
132. There is no ingredient considered more indispensable to the regional diet then the: A. Date B. Cucumber C. Eggplant D. Tomato
133. Raisins get their name from the Latin word for: A. Dead grapes B. Bunch of grapes C. Family of grapes D. Black grapes
134. This Mediterranean herb was originally used only for medicinal purposes: A. Sage B. Parsley D. Garlic D. Tarragon
135. All of the following are other names for thyme, except: A. Garden thyme B. Indian Saffron C. French thyme D. Serpolet
136. On the island of Corfu, it is considered perfectly normal to consume __ cups of strong coffee every day: A. 10 B. 15 C. 20 D. 25
137. The Greeks find this method of filtering coffee extremely funny: A. Steeping B. Percolating C. Boiling D. Vacuuming
138. There is nothing the Greeks hate more than having their "Greek Coffee" referred to as: A. Turkish coffee B. Bedouin coffee C. Espresso
139. Butter takes its name from a combination of the Greek words for "cow" and: A. Oil B. Olive C. Cheese D. Milk
140. The most recognizable ingredient of the "Greek Salad" is the: A. Dressing B. Olive C. Feta cheese D. Crouton
141. The literal meaning of the Greek word "Kefalotyri" (cheese) is: A. Sheep's gold B. Head cheese C. Cow's gift D. Goat's milk
142. Without this key ingredient, Avgolemono Sauce would be impossible: A. Cheese B. Eggs C. Bread D. Basil
143. The Greeks are the earliest known cultivators of: A. Honey B. Rice C. Chickpeas D. Beets
144. Greek men believe that eating dried fruits will make them: A. Sexually potent B. Wiser C. Stronger D. Younger
145. Gherkins, small, young cucumbers, comes from the Greek word: A. Water melon B. Pickle C. Green carrot D. Closed pea pod
146. "Date" comes from the Greek word meaning: A. Banana B. Finger C. Leg D. Tobacco
147. The ancient Greeks believed the fig tree to be invested with: A. Hospitality B. Wisdom C. Strength D. Divinity
148. Socrates observed that, "a man who loves not the fruits of the season knows not how to": A. Live B. Love life itself C. Fight D. Be successful
149. The ancient Greeks believe the pomegranate was given to them by: A. Zeus B. Aphrodite C. Achilles D. Socrates
150. It is believed that the golden apple Aphrodite received from Paris as a prize for her beauty was actually a: A. Apple B. Pear C. Grapefruit D. Quince
151. Greeks consider this fruit an ideal aide during seduction scenes: A. Oranges B. Figs C. Strawberries D. Quince
152. In Greece, bulgur is known as: A. Cracked wheat B. Bulgur C. Pourgouri D. Tabbouleh
153. The Greek alcoholic beverage "ouzo" would not be possible without: A. Anise B. Basil C. Allspice D. Cardamom
154. In ancient Greece, only the king was permitted to cut this "royal herb": A. Basil B. Bay C. Parsley D. Fennel
155. Many Greeks remain convinced to this day that it protects them from vampires: A. Garlic B. Bay C. Fennel D. Honey
156. Virgil suggested that garlic be made a part of the diet of intellectuals to increase their: A. Memory B. Sexual potency C. Eye sight D. Creativity
157. Pliny the Elder maintained that this plant was a cure for tuberculosis: A. Basil B. Fennel C. Garlic D. Mint
158. Hypocrites, although he thought it was bad for the eyes, recommended it as an excellent laxative: A. Basil B. Mint C. Tea D. Garlic
159. In order to maintain their endurance during competitions, Aristophanes advised athletes to eat: A. Sugar cane B. Garlic C. Ginger D. Salt
160. Heroditus wrote that Hebrew slaves who built the great Pyramids, for their health and strength, were fed: A. Raw fish B. Honey C. Raw garlic D. Pork
161. In ancient Greece, Hectate, the mother of Medea and Circe, found hundreds of ways of using herbs to bewitch or poison her: A. Children B. Enemies C. Husbands D. Servants
162. Who was the ancient Greek god of wine: A. Achilles B. Hectate C. Zeus D. Dionysus
163. Dionysus decided to live on Mount Parnassus when he found that the streams of the mountain ran with: A. Wine B. Honey C. Mead D. Olive oil
164. The Greek naturalist Theophrastus said that this had a calming effect on elephants, eunuchs, parrots and temperamental cooks: A. Honey B. Olive oil C. Garlic D. Wine
165. In Greek, this Mediterranean herb means, "the joy of the mountains": A. Basil B. Rosemary C. Oregano D. Parsley
166. The Greeks used them primarily to hide the flavor and smell of rancid meat and spoiled fish: A. Olives B. Dates C. Spices D. Herbs
167. The Greeks once used this as a lemon substitute: A. Sumac B. Limes C. Over ripe olives D. Tarragon
168. The Greek national dish is: A. Baklava B. Mussaka C. Stuffed eggplant D. Taramasalata
169. For thousands of years, this fish has come from the rivers and streams of Greece: A. Lakerda B. Red mullet C. Trout D. Bass
170. Some people are willing to swear that eating the leaves of this herb brings one closer to God: A. Rosemary B. Tarragon C. Sumac D. Basil
171. Jews associate the apple with: A. Knowledge B. Obedience C. Strength D. Original sin
172. Herod the Great, the Roman governor of Jerusalem and King of Judea and Samaria, had a passion for: A. Apricots B. Almonds C. Apples D. Cherries
173. "Chatzil" is the Hebrew and Arabic word for this Mediterranean ingredient: A. Cucumber B. Eggplant C. Almonds D. Phyllo pastry
174. Jesus' entry into Jerusalem is recollected with his encounter with a barren: A. Fig tree B. Date palm C. Wheat field D. Olive tree
175. Archaeologists excavating the Judean hills found dried figs dating from: A. 3,000 years ago B. 5,000 years ago C. 7,000 years ago D. 15,000 years ago
176. After they sinned, Adam & Eve covered themselves with the leaves of which tree: A. Apple B. Fig C. Date D. Olive
177. Many Christian and Jewish mystics believe that this tree is The Tree of Life: A. Apple B. Olive C. Fig D. Pomegranate
178. When Jonah was thrown up from the belly of the whale, he was set ashore in Jaffa, in the shade of groves of dates and: A. Figs B. Almonds C. Olives D. Oranges
179. Remains of chickpeas found in ancient Jericho have been dated to around: A. 2000 BCE B. 3500 BCE C. 5000 BCE D. 7500 BCE
180. In the Old Testament, Moses was promised "a land flowing with milk and: A. Honey B. Olive oil C. Wine D. Almonds
181. Joseph and Mary, the parents of Jesus, considered this a special treat: A. Almonds B. Figs C. Honey D. Apples
182. Jesus was said to have gained special pleasure from drinking: A. Olive oil B. Wine C. Pomegranate juice D. Honey
183. It is illegal for a butcher to sell pork in Israel: A. True B. False
184. Hebrews dined daily on quail for the 40 years they wandered in the dessert: A. True B. False
185. Because of its thinness, this fish is said to have been sliced in half when Moses parted the Red Sea: A. Grouper B. Tuna C. Sole D. Red mullet
186. A well made cup of this is considered a gift from the gods: A. Melon soup B. Apple tea C. Yogurt D. Coffee
187. Olive oil which has a light aromatic flavor is considered: A. Aromatic B. Light C. Delicate D. Mild
188. In the language of olive oil, another word used to describe a bitter oil is: A. Harsh B. Green C. Astringent D. Old
189. A red wine served with fish will taste: A. Sour B. Metallic C. Sweet D. Earthy
190. When serving two or more wines at a meal, serve sweet before dry: A. True B. False
191. If a white wine has a light sparkle to it when it is poured it means it has: A. Gone sour B. Been over-chilled C. Been opened to young
192. Kashkaval cheese is made from the milk of: A. Sheep B. Cow C. Goat D. Lamb
193. Apples are available year round throughout the region: A. True B. False
194. Capers are the buds of the unopened flowers of the caper bush: A. True B. False
195. The cucumber vine is a remarkably close genetic cousin to: A. Hemp B. Corn C. Pea D. Squash
196. In the Song of Songs, God is said to have the stateliness of a: A. Date palm B. Bee hive C. Cucumber vine D. Apple tree
197. Nation shall not lift sword against nation; neither shall they learn war any more. But they shall sit, every man under his vine and his ___ tree; And none shall make them afraid: A. Fig B. Date C. Olive D. Apple
198. In the Old Testament, there are over ___ references to the grape: A. 50 B. 100 C. 300 D. 500
199. When making phyllo, the dough must be kneaded for: A. It is not kneaded B. 30 minutes C. 1 hour D. 2 hours
200. In Arabic and in modern Hebrew, this spice is known as "hehl": A. Allspice B. Anise C. Clove D. Cardamom
201. How many varieties of mint grow in the Mediterranean Basin: A. 20 B. 80 C. 150 D. over 200
202. A term used to describe olive oils that are weak in taste and aroma: A. Flat B. Old C. Pungent D. Grubby
203. Egyptians and Israelis consider a gift of apricots to be a sign of: A. True friendship B. War C. Good luck D. Thanks
204. In the region, dates have long been associated with: A. War B. Peace C. Hospitality D. Strength
205. This ingredient is sometimes referred to as "poor man's meat": A. Eggplant B. Pork C. Cucumber D. Intestine
206. Oranges with ___ skins are the best for making juice: A. Thick B. Thin
207. Bay leaves are native to the Mediterranean: A. True B. False
208. This herb, mentioned in the bible, is a kind of crossbreed of thyme, marjoram, and oregano: A. Turmeric B. Fennel C. Tarragon D. Za'atar
209. Israelis and Greeks tend to peel them; Turks tend to use them unpeeled: A. Garlic cloves B. Apples C. Sunflower seeds D. Cucumbers
210. In Jordan, Syria and Lebanon, the liquorice flavored liqueur, the favorite of the Mediterranean area, is known as: A. Arak B. Ouzo C. Retsina D. Raki
211. The Lebanese think it is abominable to close out even the simplest of meals without: A. Cheese B. Wine C. Dancing D. Coffee cake
212. Moslems associate the apple with: A. Knowledge B. Obedience C. Delight D. Peace
213. Bedouin women say that tea made from apricot pits increases: A. Strength B. Knowledge C. Fertility D. Obedience
214. White cucumbers are found in Syria: A. True B. False
215. One of Mohammed's favorite fruits was the: A. Apple B. Kiwi C. Orange D. Date
216. Many Arabs and Bedouins believed that the pomegranate tree had power over: A. All B. Their enemies C. Evil spirits D. Themselves
217. Lemon gets its name from the Arabic word for: A. Yellow B. Sour fig C. Citrus fruit D. Sun
218. This vegetable was introduced to Europe in the 11th century by Arabs, who considered it the prince of vegetables: A. Spinach B. Eggplant C. Leek D. Cauliflower
219. Syrians use ground pine nuts and ___ to thicken sauces: A. Pistachios B. Lentils C. Leeks D. Almonds
220. Pasta is known in Arabic as: A. Konafa B. Lichee C. Rishta D. Macaroni
221. Phyllo dough is known in Arabic as: A. Baklava B. Brik C. Rishta D. Filo
222. As an antidote in case of stings and snake bites, the prophet Mohammed advocated the use of: A. Garlic B. Wine C. Honey D. Pomegranate juice
223. The prophet Mohammed enjoyed it both plain, in cakes and taken together with tea: A. Honey B. Almonds C. Olives D. Mint
224. When Moslems celebrate the new year, to symbolize the sweetness of life, they rub their lips with: A. Sugar B. Honey C. Dates D. Wine
225. Moslem rules of purity in food are based on those of the: A. Old Testament B. New Testament C. Koran
226. Pork can be found in Jordan, Syria and Lebanon: A. True B. False
227. This popular Mediterranean fish is known as Sultan Ibriham by Arabs: A. Cod B. Sole C. Swordfish D. Red mullet
228. A flavor produced when an oil is packed for too long, especially in tin containers: A. Bitter B. Cucumber C. Brine D. Greasy
229. The best apples for cooking are the pippin and: A. Red delicious B. Granny Smith C. Macintosh D. Starking
230. Technically, eggplant is considered a: A. Herb B. Fruit C. Vegetable D. Meat
231. In the Middle East, these seeds are ground into a paste called "tahini": A. Pumpkin B. Sesame C. Pomegranate D. Lentils
232. Some claim that this herb can protect one from the evil eye: A. Tarragon B. Coriander C. Basil D. Rosemary
233. This Mediterranean herb has such a strong distinctive flavor it overpowers the natural taste of other herbs if not used sparingly: A. Basil B. Rosemary C. Parsley D. Tarragon
234. The favorite meat of the region remains today, as it was 3000 years ago: A. Beef B. Lamb C. Chicken D. Duck
235. Since they were forbidden to drink alcohol, Muslims refered to this beverage as the "Wine of Araby": A. Honey B. Yogurt C. Coffee D. Grape juice
236. In Turkey, the liquorice flavored liqueur, the favorite of the Mediterranean area, is known as: A. Arak B. Ouzo C. Retsina D. Raki
237. The Turks find this method of filtering coffee extremely funny: A. Steeping B. Vacuuming C. Boiling D. Percolating
238. There is nothing the Turks hate more than having their "Turkish Coffee" referred to as: A. Bedouin coffee B. Greek coffee C. Espresso
239. The narrow-necked pot in which Turkish coffee is boiled is called: A. Briki B. Finjan C. Houka D. Iman
240. The small cups in which Turkish coffee is served are called: A. Brikis B. Finjans C. Houkas D. Imans
241. When making Turkish coffee, a good rule of thumb is that the lighter and thinner the pot, the better the coffee: A. True B. False
242. Turkish coffee should always be served with a glass of: A. Ouzo B. Hot water C. Cold water D. An empty glass
243. Rose water, an ancient flavoring used in Turkish Delight and Baklava, is diluted from: A. Rose petals B. Rose oil C. Rose vines Sherry
244. There are records of yellow carrots grown in Turkey in the tenth century: A. True B. False
245. Turkish men believe that eating dried fruits will make them: A. Stronger B. Wiser C. Sexually potent D. Faster
246. Turks like to have this fruit on hand during their more passionate moments: A. Oranges B. Figs C. Strawberries D. Quince
247. In Turkey, bulgur is known as: A. Cracked wheat B. Bulguar C. Pourgouri D. Tabbouleh
248. In Turkey, nearly every stew will be complemented by whole or crushed: A. Almonds B. Pistachios C. Pine nuts D. Lentils
249. Phyllo dough is known to Turks as: A. Baklava B. Brik C. Filo D. Yufka
250. The Turkish alcoholic beverage "arak" would not be possible without: A. Clove B. Anise C. Mace D. Turmeric
251. In ancient Turkey pork was associated with: A. Life B. Death C. Evil spirits D. Knowledge
252. This popular Mediterranean fish is known as "barbounia" to the Turks: A. Red mullet B. Gray mullet C. Turbot D. Cod
253. For thousands of years, this fish has come from the rivers and streams of Turkey: A. Lakerda B. Trout C. Herring D. Sole
254. Olive oil which has a strong, immediately felt flavor is considered: A. Aggressive B. Bitter C. Flat D. Harsh
255. Olive oil which has an interesting and complex aroma is considered: A. Astringent B. Aromatic C. Delicate D. Fruity
256. Olive oil that is well balanced is considered: A. Rich B. Full C. Green D. Rounded
257. Orange water, an ancient flavoring, is a perfumed water distilled from: A. Oranges B. Orange peels C. Orange rind D. Orange blossoms
258. Olive oil that has a full rounded flavor is considered: A. Rich B. Smooth C. Strong D. Sweet
259. When serving two or more wines at a meal, serve red before white: A. True B. False
260. White wines should always be served: A. Cold B. At room temperature C. Warm
261. When Mark Twain visited Istanbul he was surprised to learn that "everyone, regardless of where they live, owns at least one": A. Car B. Goat C. Field D. Turkey
262. The best yogurts are thick enough to cut with a spoon: A. True B. False
263. In Turkey, many consider it a sign of good luck when announcing an engagement, for the man to give his future parents-in-law a basket of: A. Fresh apples B. Fresh apricots C. Fresh figs D. Fresh bananas
264. Carrots were first cultivated in the Mediterranean region: A. True B. False
265. Because cucumbers are so hard to digest, practically none of their vitamins and minerals are absorbed by the body: A. True B. False
266. This ingredient is sometimes referred to as "poor man's caviar": A. Sardines B. Eggplant C. Mullet D. Currants
267. This fruit calls forth dreams of Mediterranean nights, romance, and even immortality: A. Dates B. Kiwi C. Watermelon D. Figs
268. In each _____ , one seed is said to have come down from paradise: A. Pomegranate B. Fig C. Apple D. Grape
269. The cultivation of strawberries began in the region only in the: A. 13th century B. 15th century C. 17th century D. 19th century
270. The almond tree is a member of the rose family: A. True B. False
271. Olive oil that is soft and sweet is considered: A. Mellow B. Rich C. Mellow D. Sweet
272. Archaeologists have found preserved cucumbers that, according to carbon dating, are: A. 5,000 years old B. 15,000 years old C. 20,000 years old D. 30,000 years old
273. Technically, eggplant is considered a: A. Herb B. Fruit C. Vegetable D. Meat
274. Mentioned in the book of Genesis as one of the fruits offered to Joseph: A. Watermelon B. Strawberries C. Almonds D. Pears
275. Kadaif, a flour and water pastry, is known in the Middle East as: A. Phyllo B. Konafa C. Baklava D. Tahina
276. In Arabic, Turkish and modern Hebrew, this spice is known as "cusbara": A. Coriander B. Cardamom C. Cumin D. Clove
277. Fossil records have recorded their presence from as long as 500 million years ago: A. Cod B. Red snapper C. Octopus D. Chickpeas
