The Midwestern Accent Quiz
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Are you from or currently staying in a midwest city? Have you mastered the language staying in the city? Take this midwestern accent quiz to find how well you know about the midwestern's language and accent. You can ace the quiz if you have a good command of the language. So, answer the questions in the quiz to your best abilities and see how well you remember the terms and phrases of midwestern. Wishing you good luck! And if you find the quiz interesting, share the link to see who knows better.
- 1.
What is the pronunciation of 'caramel'?
- A.
Cara-mel
- B.
Car-ml
- C.
Car-mel
- D.
Car-i-mel
Correct Answer
C. Car-melExplanation
The correct answer is "Car-mel." This is the most commonly used pronunciation of the word "caramel."Rate this question:
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- 2.
What is the word for a carbonated drink?
- A.
Pop
- B.
Soda
- C.
Coka
- D.
So-duh
Correct Answer
B. SodaExplanation
The correct answer is "Soda" because it is the commonly used term for a carbonated drink. "Pop" is another term used in some regions, but "Soda" is more widely recognized and used. "Coka" and "So-duh" are not valid terms for a carbonated drink.Rate this question:
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- 3.
What do you call a small, flowing body of water?
- A.
Pond
- B.
Creek
- C.
River
- D.
Brook
Correct Answer
B. CreekExplanation
A small, flowing body of water is typically called a creek. Creeks are smaller than rivers and usually flow into larger bodies of water like rivers or lakes. The term "brook" can also refer to a small stream, but it is often used in certain regions. "Crick" is a dialect variation of "creek" commonly used in some parts of the United States. "Pond," on the other hand, refers to a still body of water rather than a flowing one.Rate this question:
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- 4.
In the Midwest, a lawyer is pronounced as
- A.
Loy-er
- B.
Law-yer
- C.
Lay-er
- D.
Low-er
Correct Answer
A. Loy-erExplanation
In the Midwest, "lawyer" is pronounced as "Loy-er." This is because the "aw" sound in "law" is pronounced as "oy" in this region. Therefore, the correct pronunciation in the Midwest is "Loy-er."Rate this question:
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- 5.
How to say 'pecan'?
- A.
Pi-con
- B.
Pee-can
- C.
Pee-kahn
- D.
Pa-kawn
Correct Answer
A. Pi-conExplanation
The correct pronunciation of the word "pecan" is "Pi-con".Rate this question:
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- 6.
What is the name for a midwestern staple?
- A.
Puppy Chow
- B.
Puppy
- C.
Chow
- D.
Monkey Munch
Correct Answer
A. Puppy ChowExplanation
Puppy Chow is the name for a midwestern staple.Rate this question:
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- 7.
Which phrase is used for 'Dontcha know'?
- A.
Don't go
- B.
Don't you know
- C.
Don't touch
- D.
Do you know
Correct Answer
B. Don't you knowExplanation
The phrase "Don't you know" is used as an alternative for "Don'tcha know". It is a colloquial expression used in informal speech, particularly in certain dialects or regions. The phrase is used to seek confirmation or emphasize a point, similar to the phrase "You know?" or "Do you understand?"Rate this question:
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- 8.
What is the word used for 'sorry'?
- A.
Excuse Me
- B.
Pardon Me
- C.
Sorry
- D.
Ope
Correct Answer
D. Ope -
- 9.
Which word is used for mid-westerns going camping?
- A.
Up North
- B.
Down South
- C.
Left West
- D.
Right East
Correct Answer
A. Up NorthExplanation
The term "Up North" is commonly used to refer to the mid-western region of the United States when people go camping. This phrase is often used to describe the act of traveling northwards from the mid-western states to enjoy outdoor activities such as camping, fishing, and hiking. It has become a colloquial term used by locals and tourists alike to indicate their destination for outdoor adventures in the mid-western region.Rate this question:
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- 10.
What is the word used for 'wasted'?
- A.
Wasted
- B.
Slammed
- C.
Schnookered
- D.
Spoiled
Correct Answer
C. SchnookeredExplanation
The word "schnookered" is used as a slang term to mean "wasted" or "intoxicated." It implies a state of being heavily under the influence of alcohol or drugs. Therefore, "schnookered" is the word used for "wasted" in this context.Rate this question:
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