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