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Darker than a Squid's Ink Trivia Quiz

This quiz will have some questions about squid ink and its use - and also questions about foods just as dark (or darker) than squid ink. I hope it makes you curious enough to try something new!

A multiple-choice quiz by nilknarf710. Estimated time: 4 mins.

Author
nilknarf710

Time
4 mins

Type
Multiple Choice

Quiz #
368,613

Updated
Jul 23 22

# Qns
10

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Average

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Question 1 of 10

1. Squid's ink is a black pigment excreted by a squid. The ink comes from the squid's ink sacs, which are located between the gills. Choose the reason the squid releases the ink: Hint

To attract a mate with squid pheromones

To create a dark cloud, to hide from predators

The ink is waste, which the squid excretes

To provide food for the squid's babies

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Question 2 of 10

2. Squid ink can be used in many foods, in order to give the food a dark black color. One common way to use it is in pasta. When the ink is added to pasta dough, how does it affect the cooking time of the pasta? Hint

Squid ink pasta must be eaten raw

It will take longer to cook squid ink pasta

Adding squid ink has no effect on the cooking time

Squid ink pasta will cook in a much faster time

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Question 3 of 10

3. Squid ink can also be used in rice. One dish often made in Mexico, with squid ink, is called "arroz negro" - which means black rice. Other than squid, what other seafood is used to give this dish a black color? Hint

Turtle

Blackfish

Jellyfish

Cuttlefish

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Question 4 of 10

4. These black fruits have recently been in the news. They are black on the outside but have a normal-looking red inside. Their taste is much bolder than the more common varieties.

Name the fruit I am describing: Hint

Black kiwi

Black tomatoes

Black apples

Black grapefruit

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Question 5 of 10

5. The next food is a common sight for those who eat sushi. It is made of edible seaweed and is often wrapped around rice and the other contents of sushi rolls.

Can you pick the name of this black wrapper? Hint

Nori

Tahini

Wasabi

Teppanyaki

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Question 6 of 10

6. This black food is a variety of edible fungus. This food is very popular and very expensive. The black variety is referred to as Perigord.

Select the name of the black food am I talking about: Hint

Black asparagus

Black yams

Black celery

Black truffles

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Question 7 of 10

7. There are spices that are naturally black. We expect to see black pepper. This spice is usually whitish-yellow in color. The black version of this spice has a sweeter taste, and it has no odor.

Which spice am I talking about? Hint

Black oregano

Black garlic

Black cinnamon

Black parsley

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Question 8 of 10

8. These legumes are rich in protein, like the more common variety. They are high in protein. They are great in soups or salads. The black ones are usually smaller in size.

What is the name of the legume I am talking about? Hint

Black pumpkins

Black lentils

Black brussels sprouts

Black turnips

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Question 9 of 10

9. This black food is a healthy grain, and is sometimes used in couscous. It is crunchier and has a stronger flavor than the white variety. It is considered to be a complete protein.

Which grain is this? Hint

Black wheat

Black quinoa

Black corn

Black rye

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Question 10 of 10

10. This fruit has a skin which is a dark purple which appears to be black. It is often made into a parmesan recipe, and can be found in ratatouille.

Which delicious plant is this? Hint

Scallion

Carrot

Eggplant

Parsnip

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Quiz Answer Key and Fun Facts

1. Squid's ink is a black pigment excreted by a squid. The ink comes from the squid's ink sacs, which are located between the gills. Choose the reason the squid releases the ink:

Answer: To create a dark cloud, to hide from predators

Squid ink is made from melanin (dark pigment, which is the same pigment contained in human skin) and mucus. The ink is edible and is said to have a briny taste.

Answer: Adding squid ink has no effect on the cooking time

Although the ink and resulting noodles will be black, the black color will not stain your hands. The ink washes off with soap and water.

Answer: Cuttlefish

Cuttlefish belong to the same class as squid, and its ink is often substituted for squid ink. Cuttlefish ink is called sepia. It is low in fat and high in protein.

Answer: Black tomatoes

These tomatoes began to be seen in the early 2000s. Some look as black as eggplant, while others' skins range from dark maroon to deep brown. There are up to 50 varieties available.

Answer: Nori

The use of nori in sushi became popular because of the contrast of its dark color with the white rice. It is rich in protein and fiber. Nori can also be used in noodle or soup preparation.

6. This black food is a variety of edible fungus. This food is very popular and very expensive. The black variety is referred to as Perigord. Select the name of the black food am I talking about:

Answer: Black truffles

The truffles have a very strong aroma. Their taste is peppery and bitter. They are the second most expensive mushroom in the world (the white truffle is the most expensive.)

Answer: Black garlic

This fermented spice is believed to have cancer-preventing properties. It's also loaded with antioxidants. It has a jelly-like texture.

8. These legumes are rich in protein, like the more common variety. They are high in protein. They are great in soups or salads. The black ones are usually smaller in size. What is the name of the legume I am talking about?

Answer: Black lentils

One of the varieties of black lentil is called the beluga, because when they are cooked they glisten, and resemble caviar. There is very little difference in taste between the black lentil and green, brown or red lentils.

Answer: Black quinoa

Black quinoa was developed by crossing the traditional quinoa plant with lambs-head plant. Black quinoa is taller than its other varieties, and is said to have cancer-preventing qualities.

10. This fruit has a skin which is a dark purple which appears to be black. It is often made into a parmesan recipe, and can be found in ratatouille. Which delicious plant is this?

Answer: Eggplant

Eggplant is a species of nightshade. It is actually classified as a berry. In England, it is called aubergine.

Source: Author nilknarf710

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