Kava Quiz - Draft 1
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Which part of the plant is traditionally used to make kava drink?
Roots
(wrong answers:
Leaves,
Flowers,
Bark)
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Which compounds are found in kava and are responsible for its effects?
Kavalactones
(wrong answers:
Cannabinoids,
Caffiene,
Nicotine)
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What is the traditional use of kava in Pacific Island cultures?
Social and ceremonial drink
(wrong answers:
Fabric dye,
Building material,
Ornamental plant)
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What are potential effects of consuming kava?
Muscle relaxation and stress relief
(wrong answers:
Heightened anxiety,
Enhanced creativity and imagination,
Decreased appetite and irritability)
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What does the polynesian word "awa" that "kava" comes from mean?
Bitter
(wrong answers:
Sweet,
Spicy,
Organic)
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Which of the following is the traditional way to consume kava?
Beverage
(wrong answers:
Cooked,
Tinctures,
Eaten raw)
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What is a potential concern associated with long-term heavy kava consumption?
Liver toxicity
(wrong answers:
Joint pain,
Migranes,
Extreme lethargy)