Kids' Scrambles - At a Restaurant Quiz

The scrambled clue "unme" = menu.

A menu serves as a guide that lists all the available foods and drinks, helping customers decide what to order and how much each item costs. Nowadays, many restaurants are moving their menus online. This means you can view the menu on your computer, tablet, or smartphone, making it easy to see what's available even before you arrive at the restaurant.

Fascinating fact: The first restaurant menu was created in China nearly 1,000 years ago! Before menus, people simply ate whatever the chef decided to cook each day.

The scrambled clue "nknaip" = napkin.

A napkin is used to keep yourself clean while you eat. You can place it on your lap to protect your clothes from spills or use it to wipe your hands and mouth. Some restaurants make dining extra special by folding napkins into fancy shapes like swans or flowers. This adds a nice touch and can make the dining experience more enjoyable.

Fascinating fact: The ancient Greeks used pieces of bread or dough to wipe their hands before napkins were invented!

The scrambled clue "tciehrp" = pitcher.

A pitcher is used to hold and pour drinks like water, juice, or iced tea. This makes it easier for servers to refill your glass without having to bring out multiple bottles or containers. Some restaurants use special pitchers that can keep drinks cold for a longer time or have unique designs that match the restaurant's theme. This not only makes the drinks taste better but also adds a nice touch to the dining experience.

Fascinating fact: Some special pitchers have built-in filters to remove impurities from the water, making it healthier to drink.

The scrambled clue "hrsaekstla" = saltshaker.

A saltshaker is used to sprinkle salt on your food to make it taste better. Salt is a common seasoning that can enhance the flavors in your meal. When you add a little salt, it can make sweet things taste sweeter and savory things taste more flavorful. Some saltshakers even have different settings to control how much salt comes out.

Fascinating fact: Salt doesn't only make our food taste better. It was also used to help keep food from spoiling before refrigerators were invented.

The scrambled clue "ecuhptk" = ketchup.

A ketchup bottle can be squeezed to add ketchup to your food, like fries, burgers, and hot dogs. Ketchup is made from tomatoes, vinegar, sugar, and spices. These ingredients are cooked together to make a thick, tasty sauce that many people love.

Fascinating fact: In the 1800s, some people believed that ketchup could cure their indigestion.

The scrambled clue "sunelits" = utensils.

Eating utensils are tools like forks, spoons, and knives that help you eat your food easily and neatly. In different countries, people use different utensils. In Western countries, people usually use forks, knives, and spoons. In many Asian countries, chopsticks and spoons are more common. In some places, like parts of India and the Middle East, people mostly use their hands to eat.

Fascinating fact: Forks weren't really used in Europe until the 1600s; people mostly used their hands or stabbed food with their knives.

The scrambled clue "chas srgirtee" = cash register.

Cash registers are machines used to handle money transactions. They help the staff ring up the cost of the food and drinks you ordered, calculate the total amount you need to pay, and give you change if you paid with cash. Over time, cash registers have evolved from simple mechanical devices to sophisticated electronic systems that can track sales, manage inventory, and even process credit card payments.

Fascinating fact: The first cash register was invented by James Ritty in 1879 to prevent his employees from stealing money from him!

The scrambled clue "hiihgachr" = highchair.

Highchairs are special chairs designed for babies and toddlers to sit in while they eat. They help keep young children safe and secure during mealtime, allowing them to join their families at the table comfortably. Highchairs usually have safety straps to prevent the child from falling out. Some restaurants also offer booster seats, which are like cushions or smaller plastic seats that attach to regular chairs to raise the child up to the right height for the table.

Fascinating fact: The first highchairs didn't have a tray attached to them. Some restaurant highchairs also lack a tray, so the young child needs to use the table like the rest of their family.

The scrambled clue "prepep lilm" = pepper mill.

A pepper mill, often called a pepper grinder, is used to grind fresh pepper onto food before you eat it. Grinding pepper freshly right onto your dish can enhance its flavor and aroma, making it taste even better! When pepper is ground fresh, it releases its oils and flavors, which can be lost over time in pre-ground pepper.

Fascinating fact: Some people used to call black pepper by the name "black gold" because it was so valuable.

The scrambled clue "tamdurs" = mustard.

Mustard is a tasty condiment that adds flavor to food. It comes from mustard seeds, which are tiny seeds from the mustard plant. Mustard can be yellow, brown, or even black, depending on the type of seeds used and how it's made. Different varieties of mustard include yellow mustard, which is mild and tangy, Dijon mustard, which is a bit stronger and smoother, and spicy brown mustard, which has a stronger, spicier flavor.

Fascinating fact: The mustard plant's strong taste was evolved to protect it against pests, who strongly dislike its pungent taste. Humans seem to like it, though!

The scrambled clue "eersaebgv" = beverages.

Beverages are drinks that you can enjoy with your meal. They come in many different varieties, like sodas, juices, teas, and coffees. In some countries, like Italy, you might find espresso, a strong coffee, or in England, you might have a cup of tea with your meal. In other places, like Mexico, you might sip on a refreshing agua fresca, made from fruits like watermelon or pineapple.

Fascinating fact: One legend says that tea was discovered accidentally over 4,000 years ago when Chinese Emperor Shen Nong's servant mistakenly boiled water with tea leaves in it.

The scrambled clue "utbrte kfien" = butter knife.

Butter knives are small knives with blunt edges used specifically for spreading butter onto bread or toast. Unlike steak knives or other sharp knives used for cutting food, butter knives have dull blades that make them safe and suitable for spreading soft toppings without tearing the bread. They are designed to help diners enjoy their meal more easily and neatly.

Fascinating fact: King Louis XIV of France banned the use of pointed knives at the table to prevent violence and maintain peace during meals.