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Practical Practicum of Herbs

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Practical Practicum of Herbs game quiz
"Here's some interesting little tidbits about some interesting little plants..."

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1. The white flowers of this plant changed color when the Virgin Mary spread her cloak over it.
    Wild rose
    Rosemary
    Hellebore
    Rose of Sharon


2. The golden petals of this humble plant can be used in the place of more expensive saffron in cooking:
    chamomile
    marigold
    weld (dyer's rocket)
    mullein


3. The fresh scent of lavender implies it helps with cleanliness. Which of these is it used for?
    It's a key ingredient in a type of herbal soap.
    All of these.
    The essential oil can be used as an antiseptic.
    Used in steam, it can open sinuses and clear them.


4. The Biblical balm of Gilead is likely which one of these?

    Commiphora opobalsamum
    populus balsamiferous
    cedronella canariensis
    none of these


5. Wreaths were made of these leaves for heroes, athletes, rulers.
    mint
    bay
    oregano
    olive


6. Woad, the plant which produces a blue dye which was believed to be used by combatants in the British Isles as a face paint, is a member of the same plant family as cabbage, broccoli and Brussels sprouts.

    True
    False


7. Parsley, Sage, Rosemary and what herb finishes this foursome?

    tagetes
    tarragon
    thyme
    tansy


8. Ouzo, the Greek aperitif, is flavored primarily with what?

    marjoram
    basil
    cloves
    anise


9. Curled, French, Italian, Hamburg - these are types of what common herb?


    mint
    parsley
    thyme
    basil


10. Coriander, cardamom, turmeric, cumin, and fenugreek combine to make what?

    none of these
    Chinese 5-spice
    curry powder
    bouquet garni


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