Daily Trivia

1) What nickname is given to pistachios in China?

a) The wise nut b) The friendly nut c) The happy nut d) The lucky nut

2) Which family of plants do pistachios belong to?

a) Evergreen family b) Conifer family c) Cactus family d) Legume family

3) Pistachios were consumed as far back as 7000 B.C. in which country?

a) Greece b) Turkey c) Egypt d) China

4) Which of the following nuts are mentioned in the Old Testament of the Bible?

a) Pistachios and hazelnuts b) Macadamia and pecans c) Pistachios and almonds d) Cashews and walnuts

5) What is the main type of fat found in pistachios that is beneficial to heart health?

a) Monounsaturated fat b) Saturated fat c) Trans fat d) Polyunsaturated fat

6) In what decade were experimental pistachio trees planted in California?

a) 1950s b) 1990s c) 1930s d) 1970s

7) Which nutrient is NOT predominantly found in pistachios?

a) Vitamin C b) Omega-3 fatty acids c) Protein d) Fiber

8) How much protein does a serving of pistachios contain compared to an egg?

a) Twice as much b) As much as an egg c) Half as much d) None

9) What percentage of pistachio fat comes from heart-healthy sources?

a) 90% b) 70% c) 30% d) 50%

10) What value did the pistachio crop reach in 2005?

a) $100 million b) $750 million c) $250 million d) $573 million

Quiz Result

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