Keep trying!
You got 10 of 20 correctly.
- 30 Points Won
- 50% Correct answers
- 3 Best streak
Check your Stats
Go to DashboardCheck your Stats
Go to Dashboard
- 1 / 20
What type of sugar is part of our DNA?
- Maltose
- Galactose
- Fructose
- Deoxyribose
When it comes to DNA, the sugar involved is called deoxyribose. Deoxyribose is one of the three components of nucleotides, the building blocks of DNA. Each nucleotide consists of a phosphate group, a nitrogenous base—adenine (A), thymine (T), cytosine (C), or guanine (G)—and deoxyribose. DNA's sugar, deoxyribose, has five carbon atoms, which are connected to each other to form what looks like a ring. Four carbons plus oxygen are part of the five-sided ring. The fifth carbon branches off the ring. The carbons in the pentagon are numbered from 1'-4', starting with the carbon found to the right of the oxygen and moving clockwise. The sugar in DNA is called a deoxyribose because it doesn't have a hydroxyl group at the 2' position. Instead it just has a hydrogen.
Source: Ancestry
- 2 / 20
What candy bar shares the same name as a galaxy?
- Milky Way
- Snickers
- Kit Kat
- Twix
Milky Way shares a name with the Milky Way galaxy, but the words have much more to do with dairy products than they do stars. After all, the original flavor inspiration for the candy was the triple dairy wallop of a soda fountain's malted milkshake, made up of malted milk, ice cream, and milk. The perceived goodness, wholesomeness, and healthiness of milk was the focus of Milky Way's marketing for decades.
Source: Mashed
- 3 / 20
Which of these countries is one of the top sugar producers in the world?
- Singapore
- Turkey
- Brazil
- Spain
According to the United Nations' Food and Agriculture Organization, sugar is produced in 111 countries, and another 20 additional countries grow sugarcane or sugar beets for export. That said, the International Sugar Organization notes that 70% of the total global sugar production currently comes from just ten sources (one of which is the European Union, which is admittedly several countries). India and Brazil rank as the world's top two sugar producers, though which country is first and which is second can vary from year to year.
Source: World Population Review
- 4 / 20
What was the original name for the beloved Halloween candy "candy corn"?
- Sweet Harvest
- Harvest Corn
- Autumn Treats
- Chicken Feed
The yellow, orange, and white standby was not always called "candy corn". Invented in Philadelphia by candymaker George Renninger, the kernel-shaped treat was originally referred to as "chicken feed", as a twist on marketing to farming communities. By the 20th century, candy corn was more prominently manufactured by the Goelitz Confectionery Company (now known as Jelly Belly), while the process and ingredients have remained largely the same.
Source: CBC
- 5 / 20
"Sugar, Sugar" was a pop song from the 60s released by which group?
- The Kinks
- The Monkees
- The Bee Gees
- The Archies
"Sugar, Sugar" is a song written by Jeff Barry and Andy Kim. It was originally recorded by the Archies – a fictional band of studio musicians linked to the 1968–69 US Saturday morning TV cartoon "The Archie Show", inspired by Archie Comics. In the autumn of 1969, the single topped both Billboard's Hot 100 (for four weeks) and the UK Singles Chart (for eight weeks), ranking number one for the year in both America and Britain. "Sugar, Sugar" is the most successful bubblegum pop single of all time, and is widely regarded as the apotheosis of the late-1960s/early-1970s bubblegum music genre.
Source: Wikipedia
- 6 / 20
What ingredient does brown sugar have that white sugar does not?
- Molasses
- Chocolate
- Cinnamon
- Nutmeg
Light brown sugar is white sugar with the presence of molasses. The molasses gives the sugar more moisture (making its texture softer), a darker color and a light caramel-like flavor. Molasses is naturally found in sugar cane and sugar beet plants, and is separated from the sugar crystals to create white sugar in the refining process. When we discuss brown sugar, that's mostly in reference to light brown sugar. But don't forget about dark brown sugar! Dark brown sugar has nearly twice the amount of molasses present, which is the reason for its darker color. But it's not just the color that's different: dark brown sugar also has a deeper flavor than light brown sugar, so keep that in mind if you're planning to swap them in a recipe.
Source: Eating Well
- 7 / 20
Which of these candies is not chocolate-based?
- Twix
- Skittles
- Hershey's bar
- M&M's
Skittles are multicolored fruit-flavored button-shaped candies produced and marketed by the Wrigley Company, a division of Mars, Inc. Skittles consist of hard sugar shells imprinted with the letter 'S', similar to M&M's which have the letter "M". The interior consists mainly of sugar, corn syrup, and hydrogenated palm kernel oil along with fruit juice, citric acid, and natural and artificial flavors. Skittles are sold in a variety of flavor collections, such as Tropical, Wild Berry, Brightside, Dessert, Sweet Heat, Smoothie, and Sour.
Source: Wikipedia
- 8 / 20
Which famous candy was invented by a dentist?
- Jawbreaker
- Candy corn
- Popcorn
- Cotton Candy
Cotton candy was invented by dentist William Morrison, with the help of confectioner John C. Wharton. Together, in 1897, the pair designed and patented what they called an electric candy machine: a metal bowl containing a central spinning head filled with sugar crystals and perforated with minuscule holes. Cotton candy, surprisingly, is the least caloric of the lot, a mere 105 calories for a standard one-ounce serving. The reason for this is that cotton candy is mostly non-caloric air. The rest, however, is pure sugar.
Source: National Geographic
- 9 / 20
What is the name of the sugar produced by photosynthesis?
- Microse
- Glucose
- Fructose
- Sucrose
Plants use a process called photosynthesis to make food. During photosynthesis, plants trap light energy with their leaves. Plants use the energy of the sun to change water and carbon dioxide into a sugar called glucose. Glucose is used by plants for energy and to make other substances like cellulose and starch. Cellulose is used in building cell walls. Starch is stored in seeds and other plant parts as a food source.
Source: Nature Works
- 10 / 20
Which of these US states produces the most cane sugar?
- Alabama
- Florida
- Georgia
- Kentucky
Florida's sugarcane production has expanded significantly since the United States ceased importing sugar from Cuba in 1960. Florida is the largest cane-producing region in the United States. Most of the sugarcane is produced in organic soils along the southern and southeastern shore of Lake Okeechobee in southern Florida, where the growing season is long and winters are generally warm. Florida produced an average of 2.06 million STRV of sugar between FY 2017 and FY 2021.
Source: USDA
- 11 / 20
Which term refers to the concentration of sugar in the blood?
- Edema
- Glycemia
- Polyp
- Hypotension
Glycemia refers to the concentration of sugar or glucose in the blood. In the United States and in many other countries, it is expressed as milligrams per deciliter (mg/dl). In many European countries blood glucose or sugar is also measured as millimoles per decilitre (mmol/dl). These measurements are referred to as the SI units. Blood glucose is one of the most important blood parameters to measure, as abnormal levels can cause severe complications.
Source: New medical
- 12 / 20
Sugar gliders are what type of animal?
- Bat
- Snake
- Monkey
- Marsupial
Sugar gliders are palm-size possums that can glide half the length of a soccer pitch in one trip. These common, tree-dwelling marsupials are native to tropical and cool-temperate forests in Australia, Indonesia, and Papua New Guinea. Their “wings” are made from a thin skin stretched between the fifth forefinger and back ankle, and they use their bushy tails as rudders as they soar through the air.
Source: National Geographic
- 13 / 20
What was the original flavor of PEZ candies?
- Strawberry
- Cinnamon
- Grape
- Peppermint
PEZ Candy has truly become a delicious pop culture craze. But it wasn't always so sweet. PEZ Candy was first invented in 1927, in Austria by Eduard Haas III. It was only made in a very strong peppermint flavor. The original name of this novelty candy was "Pfefferminz" which is the German name for peppermint.
Source: Candy Funhouse
- 14 / 20
Which sweet treat is commemorated in a graveyard in Vermont?
- Marshmallows
- Maple Syrup
- Chocolate
- Ice Cream
The Ben and Jerry’s Flavor Graveyard is a walk to remember. You’ll weave your way through more than 30 “gravestones” of the departed flavors from the famous ice cream line. Each headstone reads the name and ingredients, plus the years it was available. True ice cream lovers are encouraged to vote to bring back their favorite departed flavors.
Source: West Hill House B&B
- 15 / 20
What candy was initially called "pastellfiskar"?
- Sour Patch Kids
- Gummy Bears
- Swedish Fish
- Licorice Allsorts
In Sweden, a large share of confectionery sales are sold as pick and mix. Wine gums are sold in many different shapes, of which fish is just one. The Swedish Fish candy is marketed under the name "pastellfiskar", literally "pastel fish", and under the Malaco brand among others. The fish-shaped candies are also part of a Malaco bag of mixed candy called Gott&blandat. This popular candy bag was introduced in 1979 and over the years many variations of it have been made.
Source: Wikipedia
- 16 / 20
The Sugar Loaf mountain overlooks which city?
- Hong Kong
- Paris
- Rio de Janeiro
- Bangkok
Sugar Loaf, Portuguese Pão de Açúcar, is a landmark peak overlooking Rio de Janeiro and the entrance of Guanabara Bay, in southeastern Brazil. Named for its shape, the conical, granitic peak (1,296 feet [395 meters]) lies at the end of a short-range between Rio de Janeiro and the Atlantic Ocean. At its base is the fortress of São João. A cable car runs from its summit to the adjacent Urca Hill, near the foot of which is the site of the Praia Vermelha Campus of the Federal University of Rio de Janeiro.
Source: Britannica
- 17 / 20
Where were Kit Kat candy bars invented?
- Ireland
- England
- Canada
- United States
The Kit Kat candy bar dates back to 1935 when it was launched in England. It was known as "Rowntree's Chocolate Crisp," but in 1937, the candy bar was renamed "KIT KAT Chocolate Crisp." A Kit Kat bar consists of three layers of wafer separated and covered by an outer layer of chocolate. The standard bars consist of four pieces, called fingers, and each finger can be snapped from the bar as an individual piece. Kit Kat Bar flavors in the US include such favorites as milk chocolate, dark chocolate, white creme, mint & dark chocolate "Duos," birthday cake, lemon, and apple pie.
Source: Hersheyland
- 18 / 20
In which US state is the Sugar Bowl played?
- Louisiana
- California
- New York
- Florida
The Sugar Bowl is an annual American college football bowl game played in New Orleans, Louisiana. Played annually since January 1, 1935, it is tied with the Orange Bowl and Sun Bowl as the second-oldest bowl games in the country, surpassed only by the Rose Bowl Game. The Sugar Bowl was originally played at Tulane Stadium before moving to the Superdome in 1975. When the Superdome and the rest of the city suffered damage due to both the winds and the flooding in the aftermath of Hurricane Katrina in 2005, the Sugar Bowl was temporarily moved to the Georgia Dome in Atlanta in 2006.
Source: Wikipedia
- 19 / 20
What holiday is the candy cane often associated with?
- Christmas
- Labor Day
- Independence Day
- Memorial Day
Candy canes are an iconic symbol of Christmas. Their red and white stripes adorn trees and homes during the holidays while their minty flavor delights taste buds. According to the National Confectionery Association, a U.S.-based group that advocates for the confectionery industry, candy canes are the No. 1 selling non-chocolate candy in the month of December — 90 percent are sold between U.S. Thanksgiving and Christmas.
Source: The Conversation
- 20 / 20
Which of the following is another name for table sugar?
- Sucralose
- Fructose
- Sucrose
- Lactose
Sucrose, a disaccharide, is a sugar composed of glucose and fructose subunits. It is produced naturally in plants and is the main constituent of white sugar. For human consumption, sucrose is extracted and refined from either sugarcane or sugar beet. Sugar mills – typically located in tropical regions near where sugarcane is grown – crush the cane and produce raw sugar shipped to other factories for refining into pure sucrose. Sugar is often an added ingredient in food production and recipes.
Source: Wikipedia
