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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Daily Life, Science, and Trivia Quiz (11–20)
What does “CD” stand for?
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compact disc
CD is an abbreviation for “compact disc.” CDs began to be sold around 1980 and have been used mainly as a medium for recording music. They contained many big hit songs, especially in the 1990s, but as streaming distribution and other formats became widespread, their sales gradually declined.
Food and Cooking Common Sense Quiz (1–10)
When it comes to the world’s three great cuisines, there’s French cuisine, Chinese cuisine, and what’s the other one?
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Turkish cuisine
It might be an unexpected image, but the correct answer is Turkish cuisine. These are local dishes from Turkey’s Anatolian Peninsula and the surrounding regions. In Japan, Turkish ice cream and kebabs are the most familiar Turkish foods, right?
What does the “choux” in cream puffs mean?
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cabbage
Cream puff, originally from France. The name comes from the French word “chou,” meaning “cabbage.” It was named this because the baked pastry puffs up into a shape resembling a cabbage. Before knowing this, you might think, “No way,” but once you hear it, it really does look like a cabbage, doesn’t it?
What are the three major nutrients: proteins, carbohydrates, and what is the other one?
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lipids
The three major nutrients needed as sources of energy for physical activity are proteins, carbohydrates, and fats. Adding two more to make the five major nutrients includes vitamins and minerals. It is important to consume each in a well-balanced manner.
Which pasta dish was born in Japan?
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Napolitan (Japanese-style ketchup pasta)
"Napolitan" is a pasta dish that originated in Japan. It is said to have been created in Yokohama after World War II, and is characterized by its unique ketchup-based seasoning. It often includes ingredients such as onions, green peppers, and sausages.



