Are You Enough of a Junk Food Junkie to Ace This Quiz?

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Are You Enough of a Junk Food Junkie to Ace This Quiz?
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Junk food is a broad category of snacks and treats that are consumed by millions of people every day. This category includes sweet and savory items like pizza, french fries, cupcakes and ice cream.

You're probably familiar with some types of junk food, such as hamburgers, hot dogs, corn dogs and waffle fries. Some junk food brands are also popular throughout households across the world, such as Hostess, Pop Tarts and Lay's. Hostess, for instance, is known for their Twinkies and Fruit Pies.

Some types of junk food are also small and bite-sized, which are the perfect snack for those on the go. These include Skittles, M&M's, Jelly Beans and Goldfish. Other types of junk food are traditionally served at carnivals, while others make a great birthday treat, such as cakes. Junk food can also be sour in flavor, with Sour Patch Kids and Neon Sour Gummy Worms as popular (and sour) snacks. This quiz is a list of 40 images, as well as a brief description of the junk food in question. It will be your job to match the name of the junk food to the image, using your own knowledge or the provided hint. Without further ado, take this junk food identification quiz now to see how much you really love junk food!

donuts
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Krispy Kreme and Dunkin' are known for their ...?
Donuts
Twinkies
French fries
Cakes
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Dunkin' and Krispy Kreme are known for their donuts, which come in a wide variety of flavors. Donuts can be filled with cream, topped with icing and even sprinkled with nuts and candy.

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nachos
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Tortilla chips that are piled with toppings like cheese, meat, sour cream and pico de gallo are called ...?
Nachos
Ho Ho's
Cream soda
Chocolate chip cookies
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Nachos consist of tortilla chips that are topped with Mexican-style ingredients, such as pico de gallo and guacamole. Nachos are often made in servings large enough to feed several people.

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pie
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This type of dessert involves a crust. Can you name it?
Cereal
Fried chicken
Pie
Fried bananas
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A pie is a type of dessert that is baked on a pie crust, and features various types of fillings. Some examples include an apple pie and a blueberry pie.

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This type of ice cream is "sandwiched" between two soft cookies. What is it called?
Cookie dough
Ice cream sandwich
Cake
Cupcake
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Ice cream sandwiches are two soft cookies that "sandwich" an ice cream layer in the center. Cookie flavors can include chocolate chip and dark chocolate, among others.

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pizza
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This type of junk food consists of cheese, sauce and a pizza crust. Can you name it?
Pizza
Donuts
Milkshake
Cream soda
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Pizza is made with a pizza crust, cheese, sauce and a whole lot of toppings. Some examples of pizza includes sausage, pepperoni and supreme.

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gummy bears
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What is the name of these chewy, bear-shaped gummies?
Twinkies
Gummy Bears
Lucky Charms
Fritos
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Gummy Bears are known for their chewy texture and fun bear shapes. They also come in colors like white, green and red.

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These cheesy puffs are also known as ...?
Chocolate chip cookies
Cosmic Brownies
Donuts
Cheetos
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Cheetos are a snack favorite that is beloved by many people. Each strip of Cheetos is covered in a cheese powder, and has a crunchy bite.

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popcorn
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You'll find this type of buttery junk food at movie theaters. Can you identify it?
Oatmeal
Popcorn
Peanut butter
Fried ice cream
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Popcorn is a buttery treat that is often consumed at movie theaters. It can also be made in a microwave at home.

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sour neon gummy worms
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These sour gummies are shaped like worms. Are you familiar with them?
Sour Patch Kids
Gummy Bears
Neon Sour Gummy Worms
Chocolate chips
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Neon Sour Gummy Worms are shaped like worms and come in a rainbow of colors. They are also covered in a coating of sweet and sour granules.

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nacho cheese Doritos
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These types of chips have a nacho cheese taste. What are they called?
Doritos Nachos Cheese Chips
Cape Cod Potato Chips
Snickers
Ice cream sandwiches
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Doritos makes a wide variety of potato chips, with the nacho cheese flavored-chips as a fan favorite by many. These are also packaged in a bright red bag.

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french fries
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These types of fries are thin and crispy, and are sold at places like McDonald's. What's their name?
Compote
Cereal
French fries
Fried chicken
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French fries are typically long, thin and crispy on the outside. They are also sold at fast food joints like Burger King and McDonald's.

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Hostess fruit pies
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These mini-pies are filled with fruit. What are they called?
Cupcakes
Twinkies
Hostess Fruit Pie
Oatmeal cookies
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Hostess Fruit Pies are small, hand-held pies that are filled with various types of fruit. Examples include cherry and apple pies.

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"Taste the rainbow" is a familiar slogan of which of these candies?
Skittles
M&M's
Cosmic Brownies
Lucky Charms
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Skittles's slogan "taste the rainbow" is due to its rainbow-colored and rainbow-flavored candies. Flavors include strawberry, apple and lime, among many others.

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M&Ms
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What is the name of these bite-sized candies with a color-coated exterior?
Ho Ho's
M&M's
Twinkies
Cosmic Brownies
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You might recognize M&M's as a fun, bite-sized treat that comes in a variety of colors. They come in variety of flavors.

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pork rinds
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What is the name of these fried "porky" chips?
Cheetos
Cape Cod Sea Salt and Vinegar Chips
Doritos Cool Ranch Chips
Pork rinds
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Pork rinds are small, curly and have a distinct pork flavor to them. They are also perfect for a quick, salty snack.

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chocolate chip cookies
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These iconic sweet snacks have chocolate chips in them. Do you know what they are called?
Waffle fries
Chocolate chip cookies
Raisin Bran
Pancakes
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Wrong Answer

Chocolate chip cookies are best served with milk, and can even be enhanced with nuts and candy! They are also easy to make, and bake in a jiffy.

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hot dog
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You'll find this type of junk food at baseball games. It's also best topped with ketchup and mustard. Can you name it?
Cupcakes
Oatmeal
Ice cream cake
Hot dogs
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Wrong Answer

Hot dogs are a staple at baseball games, and are best topped with ketchup, mustard and even relish! There are also gourmet-style hot dogs which are topped with ingredients like crushed potato chips and aioli.

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ice cream
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This soft, frozen treat can be served as a sandwich, in a dish or in a cone. Can you name it?
Apple pie
Strawberry glaze
Walnut cookies
Ice cream
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Ice cream is a beloved treat that can be served in a dish, in a cone or pressed between two cookies. It comes in a dizzying array of flavors.

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hamburger
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This junk food consists of a patty in between two buns. What is it called?
Burger
Hot dog
Twinkie
Fried banana
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A burger can be either a hamburger or a cheeseburger, depending on if you like cheese or not. These are also best served with fries and a milkshake.

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These types of pastries are best warmed up in a toaster. Can you name them?
Pop Tarts
Skittles
Cookie dough
Ice cream
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Pop tarts are a brand of toaster pastries that are best warmed up in a toaster. This allows for a crispy exterior with a soft, warm interior.

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soda
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This fizzy drink can be light or dark in color, and also comes in regular or diet choices. Can you guess what it's called?
Soda
Cookies
Skittles
Ho Ho's
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Wrong Answer

You're probably familiar with brands like Sprite and Pepsi, which manufacture a variety of soda flavors. Other popular brands include Coca Cola, A&W and Mountain Dew.

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fried chicken
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This crispy meat is sold by places like KFC and Popeye's. Do you know the name for it?
Fruit Loops
Fried chicken
Apple pie
Compote
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Wrong Answer

Fried chicken is a beloved item at fast food joints like Popeye's and KFC. Fried chicken can be prepared with white or dark meat, as well as with spicy flavors.

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curly fries
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These fried potatoes are curly-shaped. Do you know what they are called?
French fries
Waffle fries
Chicken nuggets
Curly fries
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You can find curly fries at several fast food joints, such as Arby's. Curly fries are frequently doused in a seasoning blend of some sort.

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_______ _______ have a zebra-like exterior with a cream-filled center.
Cupcakes
Ho Ho's
Zebra Cakes
Twinkies
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Wrong Answer

Zebra cakes are white with zebra-like stripes on the exterior. These also have a cream-filled center and a yellow cake filling.

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These types of cookies have a cream-filled center. Can you guess what they are?
Twinkies
M&M's
Cheerios
Oreos
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Oreos are a type of cookie that has a cream-filled center. The cream is sandwiched between two chocolate cookies for a crunchy bite.

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cake
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This type of dessert is typically served on someone's birthday. What is it called?
Cake
Chocolate chips
Compote
Flan
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Wrong Answer

A cake is a type of dessert that consists of layers of sponge cake and filling. These are also topped with frosting and can also be customized with photos.

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cheesecake
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Cheesecake Factory is best known for this rich and decadent dessert.
Cosmic Brownies
Twinkies
Cookie dough
Cheesecake
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Wrong Answer

Cheesecake Factory is best known for their cheesecake, which comes in a wide variety of flavors. Cheesecake may also consist of flavors like key lime, chocolate and peanut butter.

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These "mini cakes" are topped with frosting and are typically meant to be eaten by one person. What are they called?
Cookie dough
Cupcakes
Churros
Fruit tart
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You'll find a wide range of cupcakes, which vary in flavors, colors and textures. Some cupcakes are also topped with candy and nuts.

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These colorful candies are shaped like tiny beans. What are they called?
Jelly beans
Walnut cookies
Churros
Fruit tart
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Jelly Beans are known for their rainbow-colored assortment and wide range of flavors. These candies are also shaped like tiny beans.

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bbq lays potato chips
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What is the name of these BBQ-flavored potato chips?
Hostess Donettes Powdered Mini Donuts
Blue Bell Vanilla Ice Cream
Lay's BBQ Chips
Cape Cod Potato Chips
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Lay's BBQ potato chips are thin, crispy and have a distinct BBQ flavor. The iconic black packaging is also easy to spot in the chip aisle.

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________ look like cupcakes, but typically don't have frosting on the top.
Compote
Sponge cake
Muffins
Flan
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Muffins look like cupcakes, but can be made with more savory ingredients, such as carrots and zucchini. There are also sweet variations, such as brown sugar and apple muffins.

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chicken tenders
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These fried strips of chicken are also known as...?
Chicken tenders
French fries
Waffle fries
Dill pickles
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Chicken tenders are strips of chicken that are fried to a golden perfection. These are also typically boneless, and are sold by many fast food joints.

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corn dog
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A hot dog that is battered and fried is called a _____ _____.
French fries
Hamburger
Corn dog
Strawberry glaze
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Wrong Answer

A corn dog is essentially a fried hot dog that is consumed on a stick. This is also best served with a side of mustard or ketchup, and is a popular treat at carnivals.

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________ are popular for their white cream filling and yellow exterior.
Zebra Cakes
Ho Ho's
Twinkies
Pop Tarts
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Wrong Answer

Twinkies have a soft texture and an iconic yellow exterior. These are also manufactured by Hostess.

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Cosmic Brownies
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These brownies have rainbow-colored chocolate chips on top. Do you know what they are?
Cosmic brownies
Twinkies
Cape Cod potato chips
Doritos
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Wrong Answer

Cosmic Brownies are known for their rich chocolate taste and chewy texture. These brownies also have rainbow-colored chocolate chips on top.

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milkshake
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Milk and ice cream are blended together to make a...?
Cream soda
Potato chips
Milkshake
Cheeseburger
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Wrong Answer

When you blend milk and ice cream together, you'll create a milkshake, which is a perfect pairing to burgers and fries. Standard milkshake flavors include vanilla, chocolate and strawberry.

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These cheesy treats are shaped like a fish. What's it called?
Goldfish
Golden Grahams
Chocolate chip cookies
Cosmic Brownies
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Wrong Answer

Goldfish are popular because of their small sizes and fun fish shapes. These also have a cheesy coating on the outside and a crispy exterior.

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Ho Hos
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These chocolate snacks are shaped like a tube and have a cream filling. Do you know what they're called?
Cosmic Brownies
Ben and Jerry's Ice Cream
Ho Ho's
French fries
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Wrong Answer

Ho Ho's have a delicious cream filling that is actually shaped like a pinwheel. These are then covered with a chocolate coating for a rich taste.

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These wavy corn chips are known as ...?
Flan
Donuts
Churros
Fritos
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Wrong Answer

Fritos are wavy or curly-style corn chips (depending on the variation) that comes in flavors like honey BBQ and chili cheese. Some variations are also shaped like a "scoop" for dipping purposes.

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kraft mac and cheese
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You probably know the name of these cheesy noodles in the iconic blue box.
Ben and Jerry's Ice Cream
Kraft Mac and Cheese
Cosmic Brownies
Golden Grahams
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Wrong Answer

Kraft Mac and Cheese is one of the most famous kinds of mac and cheese. The elbow noodles mixed with the creamy cheese sauce is a staple in many households.

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