Fruit for Thought: A Tu B’Shevat Quiz
1. Why is Tu B’Shevat a good time to review halachic issues related to dried fruits?
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A. Because it’s a holiday focused on trees and their produce
B. Because dried fruits are only eaten during Tu B’Shevat
C. Because Tu B’Shevat is the New Year for vegetables
D. Because dried fruits don’t need kosher certification
2. What is a common misconception about dried fruits?
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A. They are always organic
B. They are just fruit with nothing added
C. They are always sweetened naturally
D. They are free from kosher concerns
E. D and B
3. Which of the following is a common way tropical fruits like mango and papaya are processed?
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A. Frozen and thawed
B. Dried naturally without any additives
C. Infused with syrup containing sweeteners, colors and flavors
D. Cooked and then frozen
4. What is a potential
kashrut
concern with stearates added to dried fruits like apples?
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A. They can be made from animal or vegetable sources
B. They make the fruit too sticky to handle
C. They are always non-kosher
D. They are not allowed on Passover
5. Which dried fruits are commonly infused with sweeteners or syrup?
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A. Figs and dates
B. Cherries, pineapple and cranberries
C. Raisins and prunes
D. Apricots and plums
6. What
kashrut
issue can arise with the equipment used to dry fruits?
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A. The drying trays are too small for the fruits
B. The equipment may also be used for meats or fish
C. The fruits can lose their natural flavor
D. The trays are always treated with kosher oils
7. Why are imported raisins sometimes problematic?
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A. They are not sweet enough
B. The oils used might not be from kosher sources
C. They are freeze-dried incorrectly
D. They often contain insect infestation
8. What should a consumer look for when checking dried fruits for insect infestation?
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A. A sweet smell
B. Bright and plump fruit
C. Signs of damage, webbing or insects
D. Flavors added to the fruit
9. Which dried fruits often require splitting open to check for insects?
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A. Pineapples and cranberries
B. Figs and dates
C. Raisins and cherries
D. Bananas and papaya
10. What is one of the primary concerns about freeze-dried fruits?
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A. They are more expensive than sun-dried fruits
B. The facilities often process many types of foods
C. They are only produced in the United States
D. They are not commonly available
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