It never hurts to know! General knowledge quiz
Even when we say “general knowledge,” there are many different kinds of “common sense,” aren’t there? This article is a collection of quiz questions focused on society, history, and geography—general knowledge that might be useful for your future.
Some of it may not be essential for everyday life, but it never hurts to know! We’ll introduce topics about Japan and the world in a quiz format, with explanations along the way.
How many can you get right? These are all the kinds of things you’ll want to share once you learn them—the sort that make you ask, “Did you know this?”—so feel free to use them as conversation starters!
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Food and Cooking Common Sense Quiz (1–10)
When using the arranged knives and forks, is it correct to start from the inside or the outside?
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from the outside
In Western dining etiquette, you generally use the knife and fork from the outside in. This ensures that as you move from the appetizer to the main course, you naturally select the appropriate cutlery.
Common-sense Quiz on Food and Cooking (11–20)
What is kampyō, familiar from sushi, made from?
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moonflower
Kampyō, known as a specialty of Tochigi Prefecture, is made by slicing the fruit of the gourd plant (yugao) from the cucumber family into long strips and drying them. It may seem like a supporting player in dishes, but it’s actually very nutritious, rich in calcium, phosphorus, potassium, and iron.
How many milliliters are in one tablespoon?
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15ml
One tablespoon is 15 ml. It’s used as a standard for accurately measuring liquids and powders when cooking. By the way, a teaspoon is 5 ml, which is one third the size of a tablespoon.
What is the official name of shokupan (Japanese white bread)?
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staple bread
In Japan, bread is categorized into several types based on its intended use. Among them, the formal name for the loaf bread commonly eaten as a staple at the daily table is “shushokuyō pan” (bread for staple use). This refers to the square-shaped loaves typically found in supermarkets and bakeries, which are frequently used for breakfast and lunch.
What is the name of the canned food, often featured on variety shows, that is said to be the smelliest ingredient in the world?
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Surströmming
Surströmming is a traditional Swedish canned fermented herring that emits a very strong odor. Commonly eaten around the Midsummer festival, this food is recommended to be opened outdoors due to its smell—often described as resembling rot.