In one of the 20 trivia questions on Tuesday, we are looking for a word that comes from French. What is a gourmet in German? Gourmets not only appreciate the quality of food and drink, but also the finesse of the preparation, the choice of ingredients, the presentation and often the cultural and historical background of the dishes. I’m sure you know the German meaning of the word, don’t you?
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It may still be a little cold outside for ice cream. Nevertheless, we have hidden a question about it among the 20 trivia questions on Tuesday: What is the international name for Fürst Pückler ice cream (a combination of vanilla, strawberry and chocolate ice cream)? It is believed that the idea of combining different types of ice cream in one block originated in Italy and then spread to other parts of the world. In some regions, it is also known as “Tricolor Ice Cream”, in reference to the Italian flag, which has the same colors as the Fürst Pückler ice cream.
We also want to find out from your general knowledge which German city is also called Händelstadt. This name refers to the famous composer George Frideric Handel, who was born there on February 23, 1685. Handel is considered one of the most important composers of the Baroque era and is primarily known for his operas, oratorios and instrumental works. Every year, the city hosts the Handel Festival, which is internationally renowned and attracts music lovers from all over the world.
Historically, we also test your general knowledge with the 20 trivia questions on Tuesday: Which demarcated territories were assigned to the indigenous population after the colonization of America? They were established as compensation for land dispossession and as an attempt to control the indigenous population. Overall, these territories allocated to indigenous peoples were inadequate and unjust, as they included only a fraction of the original indigenous lands and curtailed the rights and resources of indigenous peoples.
Prepare yourself for our 20 trivia questions on Tuesday! They are simple, quick and fun. Take part and upgrade your general knowledge!
06. January 26, 16:30 – Isabell Slisz
