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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) Roman gladiatorial games
B) Ancient Greek celebrations for Artemis
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) Ending the party
B) Gaining strength
C) Making a wish
D) Celebrating with friends
  • 4. In which culture is the chocolate cake particularly popular for birthdays?
A) Indian culture
B) Western culture
C) Japanese culture
D) African culture
  • 5. Which type of cake is typically seen at children's birthday parties?
A) Angel food cake
B) Funfetti cake
C) Cheesecake
D) Pound cake
  • 6. What is a common decoration on modern birthday cakes?
A) Honey
B) Marzipan
C) Gelatin
D) Frosting
  • 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) Royal icing
B) Whipped cream
C) Ganache
D) Buttercream
  • 9. Which popular animated character has a birthday cake featuring him?
A) SpongeBob SquarePants
B) Mickey Mouse
C) Superman
D) Dennis the Menace
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