Ancient Sumerian Civilizations and Innovations

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What was unique about American taverns introduced by the British?

They had accommodations

What was the significance of the year 1643 in the American Beverage service industry?

It was the beginning of American Beverage service industry

Why were taverns often built near churches in Massachusetts?

Because there was no heater during that time

What was the penalty for a town without a tavern in Massachusetts in 1656?

The town was penalized

What was the role of taverns in America during the revolutionary period?

They served as a place for rendezvous for revolutionaries before war

Which tavern was the site of the Boston Tea Party?

Hancock Tavern

What type of establishments were built along stagecoach routes in the Early Modern period?

Post Houses

What was the main purpose of Xenodocheions in the 15th century?

To provide accommodations and food to travelers

What was the primary purpose of 'wine' consumption in the 15th century?

Religious Ceremonies

What was a major development during the Industrial Era?

Development of rails

What type of establishments became a permanent fixture in Europe during the Industrial Era?

Taverns

Where are pubs commonly found today?

English speaking countries

What year did San Miguel Corporation begin producing ice cream at the Magnolia Ice Cream?

1925

What is the term used in the US and Philippines to describe a beverage service establishment?

Bar

What type of beverage service establishment serves beverages alone and snacks such as peanuts and crackers?

Wet Bar

What was the significance of the year 1927 for San Miguel Corporation?

Became a bottler of Coca Cola

What is the name of the hotel where the first bar that served alcoholic beverages was located?

Great Western Hotel

What is the characteristic of the business of a simple bar?

Predictable and has a high profit margin

What was the solution to the Middle East problem of potable water availability?

Creating alternative liquid from cereal grains

What was the primary role of women in early tavern culture?

Tavern keepers

What was the original Latin term that the word 'tavern' was derived from?

TABERNA

What term was used to refer to women who kept taverns in England in the 13th century?

Ale-Wives

When did the term 'Tavern' change to 'Public House' in England?

19th century

What was the primary purpose of taverns in ancient Sumeria?

Social gathering places

What was made illegal by the Prohibition Law or the 18th Amendment Law?

The manufacturing, selling, and importation of alcohol

What was a consequence of the Prohibition Law?

The closure of wineries and distilleries

What was a type of establishment that illegally sold and served alcohol during Prohibition?

Speakeasy

Why did bartenders create cocktails during Prohibition?

To improve the taste of poor-quality alcohol

What was Moonshine?

Illegal selling of liquor

What was the term used to describe illegal producers of liquor, especially in the Philippines?

Lambanog producers

Explore the achievements of ancient Sumer, including the development of military formations, city states, agriculture, and irrigation. Learn about the creative solution to the Middle East's water problem and how it led to the creation of a popular beverage. Discover the innovations of the Sumerians in this quiz.

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