Quiz: What Other Names Are Used for Certain Vegetables and Herbs in Latvian?

Latvian news portal TVNET has published a themed quiz that lets readers test their knowledge of the names of edible plants. The quiz is about vegetables and herbs that are commonly called by several different names. Batāte (sweet potato) and oregano are given as examples.

Why there are several names

The quiz authors note that the same food is often referred to by different words. Some names come from foreign words, while others are dialect words used in particular regions. Still others are simply convenient nicknames that people give to a product themselves.

How the quiz works

The quiz covers seven different vegetables and herbs. For each one, the participant has to choose the correct alternative name from the options offered. The source does not provide the specific questions, answer options or correct answers, so none are given here.

The quiz is entertainment content. Its aim is to let readers check how well they know the names of foods and plants. It may also be useful for those who want to refresh their knowledge of how these products are named in different regions or in everyday speech.

The quiz is available on the TVNET website, and no special prior knowledge is required, only an interest in food and language.