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Kit Kat Kwiz Trivia Quiz

Kit Kat is beloved by young and old around the world. But what else do you know about one of the world's most popular 'break time' treats?

A multiple-choice quiz by lefois. Estimated time: 6 mins.

Author
lefois

Time
6 mins

Type
Multiple Choice

Quiz #
78,625

Updated
Apr 29 23

# Qns
10

Difficulty
Difficult

Avg Score
4 / 10

Plays
1240

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Question 1 of 10

1. In 1911, the 'Kit Kat' name was first registered by the Rowntree Company in Britain. Though no one is certain of the origins of this name, it is believed Hint

The name was inspired by an 18th Century literary club.

Mr. Rowntree's 'favourite' cherub of a granddaughter, Katherine, had the nickname 'Kit Kat'.

It was inspired by the senior Mr. Rowntree's love of felines.

'Kit Kat' was, quite simply, short and sweet and smart, and thought to appeal to the masses of the e

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Question 2 of 10

2. Becoming Rowntree's leading seller in 1935, Kit Kat was then marketed as Hint

Rowntree' Chocolate Fingers

Rowntree's Chocolate Crisp

Rowntree's Chocolate Snaps

Rowntree's Praline Biscuits

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Question 3 of 10

3. The name was changed to Kit Chocolate Crisp in 1937. The 'Kat' part of the name did not make an appearance until the Hint

1940's

1960's

1950's

1970's

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Question 4 of 10

4. In 1986, Kit Kat became the top selling confection in the UK. The familiar red and white label has remained basically unaltered since it's conception. True or False?

Answer: (One Word)

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Question 5 of 10

5. 'Kitty the Kat' was the star of advertisements in the 1950's. The slogan of this campaign was Hint

'Freshness With Every Snap'

'Sweet Snap of Satisfaction'

'Purr-fect Milk Chocolate Break'

'Rich Full Cream Milk'

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Question 6 of 10

6. Which of these are correct Kit Kat stats? Hint

The York, England manufacturing plant can outstack the Eiffel Tower every 5 minutes with Kit Kats.

All of these

418 Kit Kat fingers are consumed world-wide every second of the day.

Kit Kat sales in Russia have progressed from 0 to 13 million in the first two years the product was sold there.

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Question 7 of 10

7. The traditional 'strip and foil' pack has remained virtually unchanged since 1935. True or False?

True

False

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Question 8 of 10

8. At the York, England, production facility, Kit Kats are turned out to the tune of Hint

500 per minute

none of these

1500 per hour

1300 per minute

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Question 9 of 10

9. The wafer squares are a very important part of the Kit Kat experience. Cooking time for the wafer is? Hint

2 minutes

90 seconds

3 seconds

5 minutes

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Question 10 of 10

10. In 1973, the cream and red wrapper was replaced by the catchy and familiar red and bright white wrapper. The only other changes to the presentation were in 1993, at which time Hint

The 'oval' shape was altered.

Nestle' replaced Rowntree.

All of these.

The typeface was updated.

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Quiz Answer Key and Fun Facts

1. In 1911, the 'Kit Kat' name was first registered by the Rowntree Company in Britain. Though no one is certain of the origins of this name, it is believed

Answer: The name was inspired by an 18th Century literary club.

The Whig Literary Club (Kit Kats-for the gentry) met in a low-ceilinged, wide room in the 18th Century. Hence, any artwork adorning the walls had to be 'cropped' or 'snapped off'. Such art work came to be known as Kit Kats, after this social club.

2. Becoming Rowntree's leading seller in 1935, Kit Kat was then marketed as

Answer: Rowntree's Chocolate Crisp

Rowntree's Chocolate Crisp was introduced in 1935 and advertised as 'the best companion to a cup of tea'...and...'the biggest little meal'.

3. The name was changed to Kit Chocolate Crisp in 1937. The 'Kat' part of the name did not make an appearance until the

Answer: 1940's

In the 1940's, Kitty the Kat made an appearance in Rowntree advertising.

4. In 1986, Kit Kat became the top selling confection in the UK. The familiar red and white label has remained basically unaltered since it's conception. True or False?

Answer: False

There was a 'blue label' Kit Kat from 1945-1947. At that time, due to shortages of milk after the 2nd World War, plain chocolate was used in production. When standard milk was again utilized for Kit Kats, the label was returned to red.

5. 'Kitty the Kat' was the star of advertisements in the 1950's. The slogan of this campaign was

Answer: 'Rich Full Cream Milk'

'Rich Full Cream Milk' was re-established in the 1950's. When Kit Kat advertising hit the TV screen, a kitten was depicted responding to the brisk 'snap' of a Kit Kat being consumed by a human!

6. Which of these are correct Kit Kat stats?

Answer: All of these

All of these. Just for fun, 8 Kit Kats are eaten every second in Ireland! Malaysian Kit Kats are produced from a special formula for warm climates!

7. The traditional 'strip and foil' pack has remained virtually unchanged since 1935. True or False?

Answer: True

True-and even with the introduction of the 'Fresher Break' flo-wrap, care has been taken with the tear strip to ensure a 'full finger' will be exposed upon opening.

8. At the York, England, production facility, Kit Kats are turned out to the tune of

Answer: 1300 per minute

1300 per minute. Also, all slightly imperfect Kit Kats can be totally recycled!

9. The wafer squares are a very important part of the Kit Kat experience. Cooking time for the wafer is?

Answer: 2 minutes

2 minutes is the required time, with the specialized recipe and equipment.

10. In 1973, the cream and red wrapper was replaced by the catchy and familiar red and bright white wrapper. The only other changes to the presentation were in 1993, at which time

Answer: All of these.

All of the above. But take heart! Any changes that are made to the Kit Kat formula are created (and tested first by consumers) so that NO change is noticed by the Kit Kat consumers around the world!

Source: Author lefois

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