Issue — August 2026

Quiz: What's on Your Plate?

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Foods of the world — a tasty vocabulary quiz.

A World of Flavors

Food is one of the best ways to learn about a culture. Every country has its own cuisine, or style of cooking. Italian food is famous for pizza and pasta, while Japanese food is loved for sushi and ramen. Many families share a traditional recipe that is passed down through the years. Trying new dishes around the world can be a delicious adventure.

From Farm to Table

Good cooking starts with the right ingredients. Fresh vegetables, fruit, and herbs make meals taste better. Some people love spicy food with hot peppers, but others prefer something mild. After the main meal, many people enjoy a sweet dessert like cake. A small snack or a cold beverage can also be nice between meals.

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1According to the article, what is one of the best ways to learn about a culture?

The article says food is one of the best ways to learn about a culture.
2Which food is Italian food famous for, according to the article?

The article says Italian food is famous for pizza and pasta.
3What does good cooking start with?

The article says good cooking starts with the right ingredients.
4What do some people love to have in their food, according to the article?

The article says some people love spicy food with hot peppers.
5When do many people enjoy dessert, according to the article?

The article says people enjoy dessert after the main meal.

Must Know 9

beverage Noun A beverage is any type of drink that you can consume, such as water, juice, soda, or tea.
cuisine Noun Cuisine refers to a style or method of cooking, especially as characteristic of a particular country, region, or establishment. It can also mean the food prepared in such a style.
delicious Adjective having a very pleasant taste or smell : used to describe a situation or activity that gives you great pleasure :
fresh Adjective Newly made, produced, or obtained; not old, stale, or preserved. Used especially of food, air, or ideas, and meaning recently arrived or not yet tired.
ingredient Noun A substance or component that is part of a mixture or combination, especially a food item used in preparing a dish or recipe.
recipe Noun A set of instructions for preparing a particular dish, including a list of ingredients and the steps to follow.
snack Noun A small amount of food eaten between meals; a light meal or food item.
spicy Adjective Spicy food has a strong, hot flavor from spices like chili, pepper, or curry.
traditional Adjective Following long-established customs, beliefs, or practices passed down from one generation to the next; not modern or new.