Etymology Trivia Questions
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What is the name of the almond paste confection that derives its name from a Medieval Italian coin?
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marzipan
Which mammal's name originates from a corrupted French phrase that meant 'phony pig'?
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porcupine
Which term for a danger may originate from the Arabic word 'az-zahr', which means a gaming die?
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hazard
What 7-letter word, meaning a new member of a team, is the source of the term 'rookie'?
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recruit
What term, derived from the name of Plato's school, refers to an institution that offers specialized education?
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academy
From which language does the word 'meshugga' originate?
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yiddish
What is the unit of length that is equal to 1,760 yards and comes from the Latin word for 'thousand'?
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mile
What period, originating from the Latin word for 'hunger', describes a time when food is extremely scarce?
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famine
What is the type of Asian temple whose name originates from the Sanskrit word 'bhagavat'?
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pagoda
What bed pad has a name derived from the Arabic word 'taraha,' meaning 'to throw'?
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mattress
What term, originating from a Middle English word for a small horse, is used to describe a favorite pastime?
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hobby
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