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Pots and Pans Trivia Quiz

All of the words described begin with the letters "pot" or "pan". Good luck!

A multiple-choice quiz by LadyCaitriona. Estimated time: 2 mins.

Author
LadyCaitriona

Time
2 mins

Type
Multiple Choice

Quiz #
95,317

Updated
Dec 03 21

# Qns
10

Difficulty
Easy

Avg Score
9 / 10

Plays
8290

Awards
Top 10% Quiz

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Question 1 of 10

1. Which of the following words can be used to describe water? Hint

potto

potage

potable

potentilla

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Question 2 of 10

2. This stem tuber is a widely-cultivated crop. Hint

Potation

Potful

Potato

Potshot

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Question 3 of 10

3. Also called a "flapjack" in North America, this is a flat cake that is cooked on both sides. Hint

Pantheist

Pangolin

Pancake

Panicle

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Question 4 of 10

4. Someone who is diabetic is dysfunctional in this gland - it does not produce enough insulin. Hint

Pantograph

Panchromatic

Panache

Pancreas

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Question 5 of 10

5. If an event occurs over a wide geographic area and affects an exceptionally high number of people, it is described by which word? Hint

pannikin

panhuman

panegyric

pandemic

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Question 6 of 10

6. This word is synonymous with "eulogist" (one who delivers a eulogy): Hint

panegyrist

panama

pantile

pantisocracy

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Question 7 of 10

7. Which of the following describes the smell of garlic and onions? Hint

potsherd

poteen

potlatch

potent

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Question 8 of 10

8. If something exists in possibility, then it is what? Hint

potty

potential

potted

potpourri

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Question 9 of 10

9. If you have half a gallon of cola, one might also say that you have a ______ of cola. Hint

potentiate

pottle

pother

pot-au-feu

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Question 10 of 10

10. Dating back to the times of the ancient Romans, this is a dramatic or dancing performance that tells a story through body movement: Hint

Panicum

Pantomime

Panatela

Pangenesis

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Quiz Answer Key and Fun Facts

1. Which of the following words can be used to describe water?

Answer: potable

If something is "potable" it is suitable for drinking.

2. This stem tuber is a widely-cultivated crop.

Answer: Potato

Potatoes can be prepared in a variety of ways: Mashed, baked, boiled, hash browns, french fries.... Mmm, french fries!

3. Also called a "flapjack" in North America, this is a flat cake that is cooked on both sides.

Answer: Pancake

An excellent breakfast treat, often served covered with maple syrup.

4. Someone who is diabetic is dysfunctional in this gland - it does not produce enough insulin.

Answer: Pancreas

Along with insulin, the pancreas also secretes digestive enzymes.

5. If an event occurs over a wide geographic area and affects an exceptionally high number of people, it is described by which word?

Answer: pandemic

The prefix "pan-" means "all" or "all-encompassing."

6. This word is synonymous with "eulogist" (one who delivers a eulogy):

Answer: panegyrist

A eulogy is a statement (written or oral) of high praise.

7. Which of the following describes the smell of garlic and onions?

Answer: potent

If something is "potent" it is powerful or strong. Garlic and onions have VERY potent smells!

8. If something exists in possibility, then it is what?

Answer: potential

There was a potential argument, as we had differing points of view.

9. If you have half a gallon of cola, one might also say that you have a ______ of cola.

Answer: pottle

It's an archaic term, but that's what it means.

10. Dating back to the times of the ancient Romans, this is a dramatic or dancing performance that tells a story through body movement:

Answer: Pantomime

These are very interesting to see performed; it's amazing how much you can say without words!

Source: Author LadyCaitriona

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