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Quiz about Hail To The Chef Presidential munchies
Quiz about Hail To The Chef Presidential munchies

Hail To The Chef!; Presidential munchies Quiz


Presidents, like everyone, have their likes and dislikes when it comes to food. George H.W. Bush hated broccoli, Reagan loved jellybeans, and LBJ had to have chili on board Air Force One. Here is a quiz about presidential food preferences.

A multiple-choice quiz by LaLaLoopy. Estimated time: 7 mins.
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Author
LaLaLoopy
Time
7 mins
Type
Multiple Choice
Quiz #
317,509
Updated
Aug 06 22
# Qns
10
Difficulty
Difficult
Avg Score
5 / 10
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Question 1 of 10
1. James Monroe was fond of entertaining and after moving back into the White House in 1817 (it had burned during the War of 1812) he and his wife busied themselves with re-decorating the entire residence. One of his most prominent venues was the State Dining Room, a spectacular place that reflected his appreciation for everything French. His gustatory habits, however, were a bit more provincial. One of his favorite foods was something called 'tipsy pudding.' What was the main ingredient of this unique dish? Hint


Question 2 of 10
2. Martin Van Buren was a thrifty Dutchman who enjoyed a 'noga' or 'koekje' as much as anyone in Kinderhook, New York. But his time spent in London introduced him to a custom that he brought back with him to the White House. The French name for it was 'dejeuner a la fourchette'; what would we call it in English? Hint


Question 3 of 10
3. Ulysses S. Grant was not one for formality; he refused to be tied down to old European rules of social etiquette. To the horror of snobby gourmets, what did he like 'burned practically to charcoal'? Hint


Question 4 of 10
4. Rutherford B. Hayes and his wife, 'Lemonade' Lucy, banned alcoholic beverages, dances, balls, and card parties from the White House, but never failed to have plenty of good, wholesome food on hand. One of their favorite snacks was comprised of wet paper, hot ashes, and what other ingredient? Hint


Question 5 of 10
5. President William McKinley was, to put it kindly, not known for his entertaining prowess. He and his frequently-ill wife, Ida, disliked formal dinners and one John D. Long stated "Language cannot express the reluctance with which I stretch myself out on the altars of these sacrifices." He went on to say that the dinners were "horrible." As Victorian as he was, McKinley would enjoy a 'cardinal punch' which called for what two liqueur ingredients? Hint


Question 6 of 10
6. Yes, Teddy Roosevelt loved wild game, fish, and fowl; anything he could shoot, he would eat. But there was one item that he dearly enjoyed, even if it did not quite match his rough and tough outdoor image. What was it? Hint


Question 7 of 10
7. Mrs. William Howard Taft kept something on the White House property that had not been seen since the days of Andrew Jackson. What was it? Hint


Question 8 of 10
8. What president stated "I am very fond of country hams, peach cobblers, butter and buttermilk, fresh eggs, hot biscuits, homemade ice cream, and plain white cake", a down-to-earth style that matched this educated, but unpretentious man? Hint


Question 9 of 10
9. Richard Nixon successfully kept his weight to where it was when he married Pat in 1940 despite numerous state dinners and formal banquets. How did he do this? Hint


Question 10 of 10
10. Finally, President Barack Obama is noted for his physical fitness and recommending that all Americans eat a healthy diet. However, he has balked at giving up one of his favorite snack foods. What is it? Hint



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Quiz Answer Key and Fun Facts
1. James Monroe was fond of entertaining and after moving back into the White House in 1817 (it had burned during the War of 1812) he and his wife busied themselves with re-decorating the entire residence. One of his most prominent venues was the State Dining Room, a spectacular place that reflected his appreciation for everything French. His gustatory habits, however, were a bit more provincial. One of his favorite foods was something called 'tipsy pudding.' What was the main ingredient of this unique dish?

Answer: Stale rolls

When cut in thin round slices and smothered with jam, the stale rolls became quite crunchy. But I have a feeling that the generous amount of sherry poured over this concoction helped to make it a bit more appealing.
2. Martin Van Buren was a thrifty Dutchman who enjoyed a 'noga' or 'koekje' as much as anyone in Kinderhook, New York. But his time spent in London introduced him to a custom that he brought back with him to the White House. The French name for it was 'dejeuner a la fourchette'; what would we call it in English?

Answer: A three-hour breakfast

Here is a description of this unusual gathering: "It is the last imitation of European refinement...in taste, elegance, and good management...The company assembles at about one o'clock and remains until four. Breakfast is served at two o'clock and consists of coffee and chocolate, light dishes of meat, ice cream, and confectionery, with lemonade and French and German wines...A band plays at the head of the stairs." Sounds yummy.
3. Ulysses S. Grant was not one for formality; he refused to be tied down to old European rules of social etiquette. To the horror of snobby gourmets, what did he like 'burned practically to charcoal'?

Answer: Steak

Perhaps it was his youth spent in his father's tannery surrounded by dead animals, or perhaps it was his war years when he often camped near the military infirmaries, but Grant did not like blood, and insisted that meat be extremely well-done, turning a good steak into something resembling jerky.
4. Rutherford B. Hayes and his wife, 'Lemonade' Lucy, banned alcoholic beverages, dances, balls, and card parties from the White House, but never failed to have plenty of good, wholesome food on hand. One of their favorite snacks was comprised of wet paper, hot ashes, and what other ingredient?

Answer: Eggs

'Roasted eggs' were simple to make (wrap egg in four layers of paper and stick them in the ashes until cooked) and were a staple at the White House during the Hayes Administration. Speaking of eggs, when Congress banned the rolling of Easter Eggs at the Capitol building, Rutherford and Lucy moved the event to the White House, beginning a tradition that has lasted to the present day.
5. President William McKinley was, to put it kindly, not known for his entertaining prowess. He and his frequently-ill wife, Ida, disliked formal dinners and one John D. Long stated "Language cannot express the reluctance with which I stretch myself out on the altars of these sacrifices." He went on to say that the dinners were "horrible." As Victorian as he was, McKinley would enjoy a 'cardinal punch' which called for what two liqueur ingredients?

Answer: Brandy and curacao

Boil two cups of sugar in 4 cups of water for 12 to 12 minutes. Slowly add 2/3 cups of orange juice and 1/3 cup of lemon. Strain 1/4 cup strong tea and add to the juices. Place mixture in refrigerator until mushy; remove and add 1/4 cup of brandy and curacao. Return to freezer and freeze until firm. Bottoms up!
6. Yes, Teddy Roosevelt loved wild game, fish, and fowl; anything he could shoot, he would eat. But there was one item that he dearly enjoyed, even if it did not quite match his rough and tough outdoor image. What was it?

Answer: Tea

Theodore Roosevelt enjoyed traveling to exotic places and everywhere he went, he would sample the native teas. Among his favorites were Hu-Kwa (from the remote Chinese province of Foo Kien) and Caravan, a Russian mixture of lapsang souchong and assam. Teddy also enjoyed coffee, adding seven lumps of sugar to the muddy mix.
7. Mrs. William Howard Taft kept something on the White House property that had not been seen since the days of Andrew Jackson. What was it?

Answer: A cow

The first Taft cow, Mooly-Wooly, didn't produce as much milk as Mrs. Taft thought she should. A new cow, Pauline, performed admirably and gave the Tafts all the milk and cheese they needed.
8. What president stated "I am very fond of country hams, peach cobblers, butter and buttermilk, fresh eggs, hot biscuits, homemade ice cream, and plain white cake", a down-to-earth style that matched this educated, but unpretentious man?

Answer: Woodrow Wilson

Woodrow Wilson enjoyed serving simple American meals during his formal dinners, but his style of serving them was anything but simple. A bugler would announce the arrival of President and Mrs. Wilson, along with all members of his Cabinet. The women would carry large bouquets of flowers and the dining room glittered with candles and blazing electric lights.
9. Richard Nixon successfully kept his weight to where it was when he married Pat in 1940 despite numerous state dinners and formal banquets. How did he do this?

Answer: He ate small portions, avoided snacking, and dieted after lavish formal affairs

Not everything Nixon did was weird. The chief White House chef was amazed at how disciplined Nixon when it came to eating. A cottage cheese plate, rye crisp, and seasonal fruits were his usual lunch fare.
10. Finally, President Barack Obama is noted for his physical fitness and recommending that all Americans eat a healthy diet. However, he has balked at giving up one of his favorite snack foods. What is it?

Answer: Popcorn

Popcorn by itself (no salt, no butter) is not too bad of a diet food, but like most people, President Obama prefers the 'movie theater' style...in moderation, of course.
Source: Author LaLaLoopy

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