6th Herbs & Spices

Question 1

Once highly treasured that it was considered more precious than gold in ancient Egypt.

Accepted Answer

cinnamon

Question 2

In ancient Egypt, used to mummify pharaohs; used as currency to pay fees to priests.

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Cumin

Question 3

Greeks call it "rock celery" and once held this herb to be sacred, using it to decorate tombs.

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Parsley

Question 4

Used on Mexican and Thai food, sauces, and salsa; disease preventing properties.

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Cilantro

Question 5

A sign of wealth; ancient soldiers would apply the burnt seeds to their wounds to help heal.

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dill

Question 6

Romans believed it helped sunburns or sore throats; Gypsies hung it in houses to ward off evil.

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Chives

Question 7

Ancient Greek students placed sprigs of this in hair when studying; symbol of remembrance.

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rosemary

Question 8

Ability to ease upset stomachs and prevent migraines; stimulates circulation; helps detoxify.

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cayenne pepper

Question 9

Used as a condiment, healing remedy, and clothing dye; protects against brain disease.

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Turmeric

Question 10

Used in black jelly beans; helps with insomnia or sleeplessness

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anise

Question 11

means "mountain joy"; Greek & Roman brides/grooms are crowned with a laurel of this.

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Oregano

Question 12

Helps with stomach distress

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Ginger

Question 13

Greek for "royal"; in India, an icon of hospitality; in Italy, a symbol of love

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Basil

Questions 13