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