Pasta Shapes Quiz
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This long, thin, cylindrical pasta is perhaps the most famous in the world. Its name comes from the Italian word for 'thin strings.' What pasta is this?
About Pasta Shapes Quiz
Pasta Shapes Quiz is a free memory games quiz with 15 multiple-choice questions aimed at mixed difficulty. Identify pasta shapes and their Italian names A typical run takes about 7 minutes, hints are always one tap away, and your streak ticks up the first time you finish a game on a given day.
A few sample questions
1. This long, thin, cylindrical pasta is perhaps the most famous in the world. Its name comes from the Italian word for 'thin strings.' What pasta is this?
Answer: Spaghetti
2. This tube-shaped pasta has angled, quill-like ends. Its ridged surface is perfect for holding thick, chunky sauces. Its name means 'quills' or 'pens' in Italian. What pasta is this?
Answer: Penne
3. This wide, flat pasta is layered with sauce, cheese, and meat or vegetables to create a famous baked Italian dish. What pasta is this?
Answer: Lasagna
4. This butterfly or bow-tie shaped pasta has pinched centers and ruffled edges. Its name comes from the Italian word for 'butterflies.' What pasta is this?
Answer: Farfalle
5. This flat, ribbon-like pasta is wider than spaghetti and is the traditional partner for Alfredo sauce. Its name means 'little ribbons' in Italian. What pasta is this?
Answer: Fettuccine
Frequently asked questions
How many questions are in Pasta Shapes Quiz?
Pasta Shapes Quiz has 15 multiple-choice questions. Each one has four answer options and an explanation that appears after you answer, so you learn something even when you miss.
Is Pasta Shapes Quiz free to play?
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How long does Pasta Shapes Quiz take?
Most players finish Pasta Shapes Quiz in about 7 minutes. You can pause between questions, replay it as often as you like, and there is no penalty for taking your time — answers are explained after you submit them.
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