Question 1

Who wrote the letter of approval that Bryan Donkin carried to his factory?

Accepted Answer

The Duke of Kent

Answer

Queen Charlotte

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The Prime Minister

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King George III

Question 2

What product did Bryan Donkin first can at his factory?

Accepted Answer

Beef

Answer

Fruit

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Pork

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Fish

Question 3

When did Bryan Donkin's can-making operation begin?

Accepted Answer

3 May 1813

Answer

15 June 1813

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30 June 1813

Answer

1 May 1813

Question 4

Which royal family member tasted Bryan Donkin's canned food?

Accepted Answer

Queen Charlotte

Answer

Lady Mary

Answer

Princess Diana

Answer

Queen Victoria

Question 5

What was the main purpose of Bryan Donkin's canned food?

Accepted Answer

To supply British seamen

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To sell in local markets

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To export to France

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To provide for soldiers in battle

Question 6

What was the name of Bryan Donkin's company?

Accepted Answer

Donkin, Hall and Gamble

Answer

Royal Meat Preservers

Answer

Donkin Foods

Answer

British Canners Inc.

Question 7

How large was Bryan Donkin's factory?

Accepted Answer

About 300 sq m

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500 sq m

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1000 sq m

Answer

150 sq m

Question 8

Who was responsible for marketing the canned food?

Accepted Answer

A network of agents

Answer

The royal family

Answer

Local merchants

Answer

Government officials

Question 9

What food items were filled in the tin cans produced by Donkin's factory?

Accepted Answer

Beef, mutton, carrots, and parsnips

Answer

Rice, beans, and corn

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Cheese, butter, and cream

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Chicken, potatoes, and peas

Question 10

What crisis almost derailed the success of canned foods in the 19th century?

Accepted Answer

A meat scandal

Answer

Public health inspection issues

Answer

A canning equipment failure

Answer

A vegetable shortage

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