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