Insect-based Dishes Quiz

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What do insect fairs like BugFest and The Great Insect Fair promote?

  • The breeding of insects as pets
  • The training of insects for entertainment purposes
  • The use of insects as decorations
  • The consumption of insects as a source of nutrients (correct)

What is the growing number of market stalls and restaurants providing?

  • Vegetarian meals
  • Insect-based meals (correct)
  • Fast food options
  • Seafood dishes

Who is spreading the word that bugs are good for you?

  • Nigella Lawson
  • Daniella Martin (correct)
  • Gordon Ramsay
  • Jamie Oliver

What does the text suggest about the timing of insects invading America's kitchens?

<p>It could be the right time due to the large number of obese citizens and people wanting to be environmentally friendly (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What do entomophagists agree they are facing?

<p>An uphill struggle in promoting insect-based diet (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What type of dishes does Don Bugito offer?

<p>Traditional Mexican insect dishes (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Why are food experts suggesting a replacement of traditional dishes with insect-based dishes?

<p>Because insects are more nutritious and environmentally friendly than traditional dishes (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How are insects generally viewed by Americans and people in other Western countries?

<p>As pests that destroy food crops (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the main challenge faced by promoters of insect-based meals in America?

<p>Making Americans see insects as delicious staples (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What was the focus of research departments at American food and agricultural universities in the 20th century?

<p>Reducing insect numbers due to their negative impact on crops and seeds (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the current stance of American food and agricultural universities towards insects as food?

<p>They promote insects as a sustainable food source (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Why would most Westerners refuse to eat insects if presented with a plate of bugs?

<p>Because they are considered pests in most Western countries (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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