15 Questions
Who is the author of the poem 'Great Fool: Zen Master Ryokan'?
Ryokan
What is the main concern of Ryokan in his poem?
The significance of food
What does Ryokan suggest people do when he says 'step back'?
Give it some thought
Why do the British and the French have different food preferences?
Because of cultural differences
What is the main question the text asks about food?
Why do we love spices, sweets, coffee?
What does Ryokan guarantee will happen in the future?
People will have something worth laughing at
Which of the following is a question posed in the text?
Why is pizza a popular American food?
What does the French response to the British insult 'frogs' imply?
The British have many religious beliefs.
What is the main theme of the text?
The importance of cultural differences in food preferences.
Why do the British and the French tease each other about their food preferences?
Because they have different historical accidents
What factors contribute to human foodways, according to the text?
Human nutritional needs, ecology, and historical accident
What did Karl Marx say about food and history?
Humans make food within limits set by biology, economics, and psychology
Which of the following nutrients are essential for a dietary regime to endure?
Protein, carbohydrates, fats, vitamins, and necessary minerals
Why is food history generally a history without names?
The names of the great inventors are unknown
Who developed bread wheat, a complicated hybrid that benefited humanity greatly?
Unknown
Test your knowledge of Zen poetry and philosophy with this quiz on the works of Ryokan, an influential Zen Master. Explore the profound teachings and thought-provoking verses of this 18th-century poet. Challenge yourself and discover the wisdom behind his words.
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