How do we measure the heat of chilies?
In units called Scoville Heat Units.
Who is the famous competetive eater from Japan?
His name is Takeru Kobayashi.
When and where is Nathan's Famous Hot Dog Eating Contest held?
It is held every year on July 4th in Brooklyn, New York.
How many ghost peppers did Anandita eat in two minutes?
She ate 51 peppers in two minutes.
Who is the current champion of Nathan's Famous Hot Dog Eating Contest?
The current champion is Joey Chestnut.
What does "she" refer to in this sentence?
My aunt is my mother's sister. She is very kind.
She = my aunt
Why is capsaicin very good for your health? (2 reasons)
It helps you breathe better, helps keep you fit, makes you feel less hungry, and makes you burn more calories.
Eating a hot chili can be __________, but some people enjoy it.
painful
What chili is Anandita Dutta Tamuly famous for eating a lot of?
She is famous for eating the Naga Jolokia (ghost pepper).
Looking at some old photos brought back some wonderful _____________.
memories
What is the world's largest competitive eating event?
It is Nathan's Famous Hot Dog Eating Contest
What does "they" refer to in this sentence?
The birds were chirping quite loudly this morning. They were very annoying.
They = the birds
In the first hot dog eating contest, how many hot dogs did the winner eat?
James Mullen at 13 hot dogs in 12 minutes.
When did the tradition of a hot dog eating contest begin?
It began over a hundred years ago.
What is the hottest chili pepper in the world?
The hottest chili pepper in the world is the Carolina Reaper.
____________ are units used to measure the energy value of food.
Calories
How many dumplings did Patrick Bertoletti eat in one hour?
He at 198 dumplings in one hour.
What is the world record for eating hot dogs?
Joey Chestnut holds the world record - eating 74 hot dogs in less than 10 minutes.
True or False
Jalapenos are hotter than the Dorset Naga.
False
What does "it" refer to in this sentence?
When you get home from school, your dog is always there. It is happy to see you.
It = your dog
What is competitive eating (speed-eating)?
An activity (sport) where contestants eat as much as they can, usually within a time limit.