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Quiz about Improper Nouns
Quiz about Improper Nouns

Improper Nouns Trivia Quiz


Match the noun with the correct nationality.

A matching quiz by nyirene330. Estimated time: 3 mins.
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Author
nyirene330
Time
3 mins
Type
Match Quiz
Quiz #
382,920
Updated
Dec 03 21
# Qns
10
Difficulty
Very Easy
Avg Score
9 / 10
Plays
1340
(a) Drag-and-drop from the right to the left, or (b) click on a right side answer box and then on a left side box to move it.
QuestionsChoices
1. Scotch   
  Muffins
2. Swedish   
  Fly
3. Roman   
  Taffy
4. Spanish   
  Chef
5. Hawaiian   
  Jumping Bean
6. Maltese  
  Punch
7. French  
  Falcon
8. English  
  Candle
9. Mexican  
  Fries
10. Turkish  
  Tape





Select each answer

1. Scotch
2. Swedish
3. Roman
4. Spanish
5. Hawaiian
6. Maltese
7. French
8. English
9. Mexican
10. Turkish

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Oct 14 2024 : Guest 184: 7/10
Oct 14 2024 : polly656: 10/10

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Quiz Answer Key and Fun Facts
1. Scotch

Answer: Tape

Scotch tape is a brand name for transparent adhesive tape. The product was manufactured by Scotch Brand and 3M Company in 1930.
2. Swedish

Answer: Chef

The Swedish chef was a muppet character with Jim Henson performing the head and voice. Frank Oz moved the puppet's live hands and arms.
3. Roman

Answer: Candle

A Roman candle is a type of firework which originated in China. It sends off shells or stars, and became popular during the Italian Renaissance (hence the name).
4. Spanish

Answer: Fly

Spanish fly is actually an emerald green beetle. However, the term is also associated with an aphrodisiac (made from these beetles) which can be used to arouse males.
5. Hawaiian

Answer: Punch

Hawaiian Punch is the brand name of a fruit punch containing 5% fruit juice. It is owned by Dr. Pepper Snapple Group, and its mascot is named Punchy.
6. Maltese

Answer: Falcon

The Maltese Falcon was a valuable statuette being searched for in the 1941 film "The Maltese Falcon". It is also the name of a modern 289 foot yacht.
7. French

Answer: Fries

French fries is the American name for a certain elongated cut of deep fried potatoes. They are usually salted and topped with ketchup.
8. English

Answer: Muffins

English muffins are made from yeast-leavened bread formed in a round shape, cut into two slices, toasted and served with butter or jelly. Its origin is attributed to an English immigrant, Samuel Bath Thomas, who was living in the United States.
9. Mexican

Answer: Jumping Bean

Mexican jumping beans are seed pods inhabited by a bunch of immature moths. The bean is usually colored tan or brown, and is called 'frijoles saltarines' in Spanish.
10. Turkish

Answer: Taffy

Turkish taffy is a chewy candy bar which comes in several flavors and is made by Bonomo. The original formula was developed in the 1940s, and (for those old enough to remember) you could 'crack it' or 'smack it' into smaller pieces.
Source: Author nyirene330

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