The History of Chocolate Flashcards
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Who was responsible for bringing chocolate to Europe?
Hernan Cortez
Why did the ancient Olmecs, Mayans, and Aztecs consume chocolate?
It was thought of a “food of the gods” and represented wealth and prosperity.
Which group of people did NOT drink chocolate in ancient Mexico?
Farmers.
How did Johannes van Houten improve the chocolate-making process?
He invented the hydraulic press which reduced the fatty solids in the substance.
How was the first chocolate originally eaten?
In liquid form.
Which countries are the main producers of cocoa beans?
Indonesia, Brazil, and Ecuador are the main producers of cocoa beans.
How long do cocoa trees need to reach peak production?
Cocoa trees take about 5 years to reach peak production.
How many cocoa beans does it take to make 1lb of chocolate?
500 beans
What is the definition of child labor?
The use of children in industries or businesses, specifically when illegal.
What is fair trade?
A system of trading in which good prices are paid for exports and people who produce the goods along with safe working conditions and fair wages to workers.
What is a cooperative?
A group of people/a business working towards a similar goal who fairly distribute wages.
How are cooperative/fair trade farms different from regular farms?
Fair trade offers fairer wages to its workers, provides safe working conditions, and overall ethical practices.
Which forms of worst child labor are a priority to eliminate without delay as per the ILO Convention?
slavery, forced labour and trafficking in human beings
(All worst forms of child labor)
How many child laborers do ILO estimate are there?
600,000-800,000 child laborers.
ILO estimates that there are how many victims of human trafficking globally? How many are female, and how many are children?
About 40 million. 80% are female and 20% are children.
