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Kids' Scrambles - Vegetables Trivia Quiz
My students really love photo quizzes and word scrambles, and this photo match quiz brings those two things together! Match the scrambled English words to their correct photos. (Click the images for a closer look!)
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piet: 12/12
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Quiz Answer Key and Fun Facts
1. rrocta
The scrambled clue "rrocta" = carrot.
Carrots are root vegetables that grow underground, with their leafy green tops sticking out above the soil. They are usually planted in loose, sandy soil, and they grow best in cool weather. Carrots are packed with nutrients, especially vitamin A, which is important for healthy vision.
Fascinating fact: Ancient carrots were originally purple or white, and the orange variety was developed later in the Netherlands!
2. shdira
The scrambled clue "shdira" = radish.
Radishes are root vegetables that grow underground, often ready to harvest in just a few weeks. Radishes grow best in cool weather, just like carrots. They are low in calories and are a good source of vitamin C. They can be red, pink, white, purple, or even green.
Fascinating fact: Radishes were one of the first crops grown by astronauts in space!
3. napchis
The scrambled clue "napchis" = spinach.
Spinach is a leafy green vegetable that grows above the ground in cool, moist soil. It is harvested by cutting the leaves when they're tender. Spinach is packed with important nutrients, like vitamins A, C, and K, as well as iron. It's low in calories and high in fiber, making it a healthy choice.
Fascinating fact: A serving of spinach contains more potassium than bananas. But it's still a good idea to eat both!
4. matoot
The scrambled clue "matoot" = tomato.
Tomatoes are juicy, red fruits that grow on vines, though they are often used as vegetables by chefs. They are usually grown in warm, sunny areas. They are packed with vitamins, especially vitamin C, which helps boost the immune system, and vitamin A, which is good for your eyesight.
Fascinating fact: Tomatoes were once thought to be poisonous in Europe because they belong to the nightshade family, which includes some toxic plants! Don't worry, they're not really poisonous!
5. cuetelt
The scrambled clue "cuetelt" = lettuce.
Lettuce is a leafy green vegetable that grows above the ground. It is usually planted in cool, moist soil and grows best in mild weather, making it a common crop in spring and fall. It is low in calories but provides important nutrients like vitamin K and fiber.
Fascinating fact: Lettuce was first farmed by the ancient Egyptians over 6,000 years ago!
6. bumuccer
The scrambled clue "bumuccer" = cucumber.
Cucumbers are cool, crunchy vegetables that grow on vines. Cucumbers grow either on the ground or on a trellis, which helps keep them off the soil. They are mostly made of water, making them very hydrating, and they are low in calories. Cucumbers also contain vitamins like vitamin K and vitamin C.
Fascinating fact: Cucumbers are technically fruits, not vegetables! Since they develop from the flower of the cucumber plant and contain seeds, cucumbers are classified as fruits, even though we often think of them as vegetables.
7. taopto
The scrambled clue "taopto" = potato.
Potatoes are starchy vegetables that grow underground as tubers. They grow best in cool weather. They are a good source of carbohydrates, which provide energy, and they also contain important nutrients like vitamin C, potassium, and fiber.
Fascinating fact: There are over 4,000 different varieties of potatoes grown around the world!
8. neger saneb
The scrambled clue "neger saneb" = green beans.
Green beans are long, slender vegetables that grow on vines or bushes. Green beans are picked before the seeds inside fully develop, which is why they are eaten whole, including the pods. They are a good source of vitamins like vitamin C, vitamin K, and fiber.
Fascinating fact: Green beans are one of the only vegetables that can be eaten fresh, frozen, or canned without losing much of their nutritional value.
9. nooni
The scrambled clue "nooni" = onion.
Onions are bulb vegetables that grow underground. They do best in cooler weather. Onions are a good source of vitamin C and fiber, and they also contain antioxidants that help protect the body from damage.
Fascinating fact: Onions can make you cry when you cut them because of a gas (with a very long name) called syn-Propanethial-S-oxide. It is found in garlic too!
10. sugarasap
The scrambled clue "sugarasap" = asparagus.
Asparagus is a tall, green vegetable that grows from the ground in long, spear-like stalks. It grows best in cooler weather during the spring. Asparagus is a good source of vitamins like vitamin K and vitamin C.
Fascinating fact: Asparagus can grow incredibly fast--up to 7 inches in one day under the right conditions!
11. lyecre
The scrambled clue "lyecre" = celery.
Celery is a crunchy, green vegetable that grows in tall stalks with leafy tops. It is low in calories but provides important nutrients like vitamin K and potassium. It also has a high water content, making it a great hydrating snack.
Fascinating fact: The ancient Greeks used celery leaves when making crowns for winners of competitions!
12. ocrolbci
The scrambled clue "ocrolbci" = broccoli.
Broccoli is a green vegetable that grows in large clusters of tiny flower buds on thick stems. It is packed with important nutrients like vitamin C, fiber, and vitamin K. Broccoli is related to other vegetables like cabbage, kale, and Brussels sprouts.
Fascinating fact: Thomas Jefferson was one of the first people to grow broccoli in the United States. It was a new vegetable to Americans at that time!
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