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What type of beer is common in Bavaria?
What type of beer is common in Bavaria?
Which German beer is a dark beer available around Düsseldorf and the lower Rhine?
Which German beer is a dark beer available around Düsseldorf and the lower Rhine?
What is a common phrase used to compliment the homecook or chef in Germany?
What is a common phrase used to compliment the homecook or chef in Germany?
In which German area is Kölsch, a light beer, commonly found?
In which German area is Kölsch, a light beer, commonly found?
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What should you do with your knife and fork to indicate you are taking a break during a meal in Germany?
What should you do with your knife and fork to indicate you are taking a break during a meal in Germany?
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What percentage is the usual tipping practice in Germany?
What percentage is the usual tipping practice in Germany?
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What is a common condiment in Germany?
What is a common condiment in Germany?
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Which type of beer is predominant in most parts of Germany today?
Which type of beer is predominant in most parts of Germany today?
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What is the traditional German name for the midday meal?
What is the traditional German name for the midday meal?
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In Germany, what does 'Brotzeit' refer to?
In Germany, what does 'Brotzeit' refer to?
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What is a common German meal name that translates to 'coffee and cake'?
What is a common German meal name that translates to 'coffee and cake'?
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What type of shops usually sell raw meats in Germany?
What type of shops usually sell raw meats in Germany?
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What is the main difference between sauerkraut from Swabia and that from the North?
What is the main difference between sauerkraut from Swabia and that from the North?
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What distinguishes Black Forest cherry cake from other cakes mentioned?
What distinguishes Black Forest cherry cake from other cakes mentioned?
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Which German dish involves marinating beef roast in vinegar for at least 3 days?
Which German dish involves marinating beef roast in vinegar for at least 3 days?
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What is the main ingredient in Westphalian ham?
What is the main ingredient in Westphalian ham?
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Which German region is known as Beer Country due to stringent quality control in breweries?
Which German region is known as Beer Country due to stringent quality control in breweries?
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What ingredient is traditionally used as the marinating acid in southern Germany?
What ingredient is traditionally used as the marinating acid in southern Germany?
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Which beer type is popular in Germany and is a strong-tasting, clear, colorless liquor made from fruit?
Which beer type is popular in Germany and is a strong-tasting, clear, colorless liquor made from fruit?
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In German cuisine, what distinguishes sweet and sour dishes?
In German cuisine, what distinguishes sweet and sour dishes?
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What traditional German meal involves beef ribs stew containing a lot of pepper?
What traditional German meal involves beef ribs stew containing a lot of pepper?
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What are the major vegetable crops in German cuisine due to its cold northern climate?
What are the major vegetable crops in German cuisine due to its cold northern climate?
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Study Notes
- Germany's coastline is located to the north at the North and Baltic seas, with flat terrain in the northern part, hilly section in the central, and hills/mountains in the south where the Alps lie.
- Major cities include Berlin, Hamburg, and others, known for dishes like pork, beef, goose, game, lamb, and cold weather crops such as potatoes, beets, cabbage, barley, and hops.
- German cuisine is influenced by eastern European flavors with dishes cooked with fruits, vegetables, bacon, and bacon fat, along with a variety of soups and stews.
- Different regions in Germany have unique food specialties such as Westphalian ham, Pfefferpotthast stew, and Black Forest cherry cake.
- Ingredients commonly used in German cuisine include potatoes (starch of choice), pork (most popular meat), sausages (Wurst), veal, and goose.
- Germans prefer hearty foods like pork, dumplings, sauerkraut, beer, rye bread, cheese, and butter, with winter vegetables being popular due to the cold climate.
- German meal structure includes breakfast (Frühstück) with bread, cold cuts, cheese, jam, eggs, coffee/tea; lunch (Mittagessen) as the main meal; and dinner (Abendessen) often being a smaller meal.
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Test your knowledge on the geography and agriculture of Germany with this quiz. Explore the different regions, major cities, and types of crops grown in the country.
