Why does the speaker consider tomatoes to be the best fruit?
Tomatoes are considered the best fruit because they are versatile, used in many dishes, can be eaten and drunk, and are the most consumed fruit in the world.
There are several negative aspects of tomatoes.
False
True
How did tomatoes historically cause problems for people eating them?
Historically, tomatoes caused problems when people ate them from lead plates, which led to poisoning 200 years ago.
The author mentions that tomatoes are the most consumed fruit globally.
Flase
True
In what different colours do tomatoes come?
Tomatoes come in red, yellow, purple, and green colours.
Which of the following is NOT mentioned as a fruit in the video?
Avocados
Cucumbers
Strawberries
Eggplants
What surprising information does the speaker share about what qualifies as a fruit?
The speaker reveals that fruits are seed-bearing structures from plant ovaries, which means cucumbers, bell peppers, eggplants, pumpkins, and avocados are also
Why are tomatoes considered fruits?
Because they are red
Because they are sweet
Because they are used in many dishes
Because they form from the ovary of a flowering plant
How many tonnes of tomatoes are produced annually, and what does this suggest about their popularity?
60 million tonnes of tomatoes are produced annually, which the speaker suggests indicates their popularity and quality.
How are tomatoes different from other fruits like bananas in terms of their use in food?
Unlike bananas, tomatoes can transform and be used in many different ways, such as sauce, pizza, salsa, and bruschetta, while people who don't like bananas tend
What potential health issues can overconsumption of tomatoes cause?
Overconsumption of tomatoes can lead to acid reflux, kidney problems, irritable bowel syndrome, diarrhea, and urinary issues.
What is one negative aspect of tomatoes that the speaker mentions?
They are difficult to grow
They are too expensive
They don't taste good
They can cause health problems if consumed too much
What does the speaker say about people who claim their favourite fruit is a lemon?
They are very sophisticated
They are impressive
They are pretentious
They are sick