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What is a potluck?
What is a potluck?
- A cooking competition where guests bring their own ingredients
- A restaurant where people bring their own food
- A gathering where guests bring their own drinks to share
- A gathering where guests bring their own food to share (correct)
What is the origin of the term 'potluck'?
What is the origin of the term 'potluck'?
- It is an eggcorn of the North American indigenous communal meal known as a potlatch
- It used to mean 'food provided for an unexpected or uninvited guest' (correct)
- It was coined in the 1930s during the Great Depression
- It was a term used in ancient Rome to describe a feast
What is a traditional rule for potluck dinners?
What is a traditional rule for potluck dinners?
- Each dish should be small and individual
- Each dish should be a dessert
- Each dish should be large enough to be shared among a good portion of the anticipated guests (correct)
- Each dish should be a main course
What are some other names for potluck?
What are some other names for potluck?
When did the modern execution of a 'communal meal, where guests bring their own food' most likely originate?
When did the modern execution of a 'communal meal, where guests bring their own food' most likely originate?
What is a potlatch?
What is a potlatch?
What problem does an agreement to bring a single course rectify?
What problem does an agreement to bring a single course rectify?
What types of food may guests bring to potluck dinners?
What types of food may guests bring to potluck dinners?
What is the purpose of a potluck dinner?
What is the purpose of a potluck dinner?
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Test your knowledge on the beloved tradition of potlucks with this fun quiz! From the origins of the word to different variations around the world, this quiz will challenge your understanding of this communal gathering. Whether you're a seasoned potluck pro or a curious newcomer, come put your knowledge to the test and learn something new about this beloved social event.
