FunTrivia Hobbies Mix: Vol 6 Trivia Quiz

Answer: key lime pie

Key limes differ from the Persian limes common in most grocer's cases in that they are smaller, tarter and more yellow than green. Key limes (Citrus aurantifolia 'Swingle') grow in the Florida Keys but most of the juice used in the US comes from Central and South America. Key lime pie was adopted by the Florida State Legislature as the state pie in 2006. The pie was likely invented in about 1930 to mimic a Borden recipe for lemon cream pie. No recipe earlier than 1931 is known.


Question by player FatherSteve

Answer: Ham radio

Although the term "ham radio" has been around for just about as long as the amateur radio service, its origin is a mystery.

Question by player Geocacher

Answer: Greece

Assyrtiko, Agiorghitiko and Roditis are all varieties of grapes grown primarily in Greece. Assyrtiko is a white wine grape grown extensively on the island of Santorini, thought by many to be the source of the Atlantis legends.

Question by player daver852

Answer: China

In the early 9th century, China became the first to produce fireworks. With 19 different effects, including the salute and the Roman candle, among others, fireworks provide a lot of variety. As far as consumers, The Walt Disney group holds that distinction. Finally, please be very careful with fireworks if your state, county or whatever allows private citizens to shoot off their own fireworks.

Every year, China produces and exports more fireworks than the rest of the world combined.

Question by player Blindlady-27

Answer: Teddy Ruxpin

Looking back now, he may have been a little scary because he could move his eyes and mouth when telling a story, but he always kept all my secrets!

Question by player swtlani83

Answer: Spain

Paella is a dish from the Valencia region of Spain. While we non-Spaniards recognize what Spanish cuisine is, Spanish cuisine is actually a collection of regional cuisines within Spain.

Question by player 1nn1

Answer: Whistlingbilly

A Whistlingbilly is a proper noun. (A no-no in Scrabble). However, it is too cool to ignore. The Whistlingbilly was a steam-powered racing car known for its participation in the 1905 Vanderbuilt Cup Race. It was sponsored by the White Sewing Machine Company. Evidently, it was the "terror in the mile." (The steam-powered motor made a special noise, thus leading to the name.)

Question by player Jinxgirl

Answer: The bicentenary of Australia

Plastic bank notes were developed by the Reserve Bank of Australia in conjunction with the CSIRO in the 1980s. The first commemorative $10 banknote was released in 1988 to celebrate the bicentenary. In 1996, Australia became the first country to have a complete set of plastic currency.

The bank notes are made from a special polymer which contain in-built security devices, making them almost impossible to counterfeit. The plastic currency is being adopted by many nations, due to the success in preventing counterfeits.

Question by player miker68

Answer: Vinegar

Besides fruit, vinegar is the main component. Chutneys are also usually cooked on the stove top with spices and a "bit of heat."

Question by player Suppy0

Answer: Indonesia

Nasi campur ("Mixed rice" in Malay) is a rice dish accompanied by small portions of other dishes, such as various meats, vegetables, peanuts, eggs and fried-shrimp. It is served throughout Indonesia.

Question by player wellenbrecher