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The Cultural Evolution of the Birthday Cake
  • 1. What is believed to be the origin of the birthday cake tradition?
A) Ancient Greek celebrations for Artemis
B) Victorian tea parties
C) Roman gladiatorial games
D) Medieval feasts
  • 2. When did the tradition of placing candles on birthday cakes begin?
A) Ancient Greece
B) 20th century France
C) Renaissance Italy
D) 19th century America
  • 3. What does blowing out the candles represent in birthday celebrations?
A) Gaining strength
B) Celebrating with friends
C) Ending the party
D) Making a wish
  • 4. What is a common decoration on modern birthday cakes?
A) Marzipan
B) Gelatin
C) Honey
D) Frosting
  • 5. In which culture is the chocolate cake particularly popular for birthdays?
A) Indian culture
B) African culture
C) Western culture
D) Japanese culture
  • 6. Which frosting is typically used for decorating birthday cakes?
A) Ganache
B) Buttercream
C) Royal icing
D) Whipped cream
  • 7. Which popular animated character has a birthday cake featuring him?
A) Mickey Mouse
B) Superman
C) Dennis the Menace
D) SpongeBob SquarePants
  • 8. How did cakes evolve in the 18th century?
A) They became more savory
B) They became smaller in size
C) They disappeared from celebrations
D) They became sweeter and more elaborate
  • 9. Which type of cake is typically seen at children's birthday parties?
A) Cheesecake
B) Angel food cake
C) Pound cake
D) Funfetti cake
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