10 Cannabis History Trivia Questions

Welcome to our latest blog post, presented by DC Finest, Washington D.C.’s trusted cannabis delivery service. Today, we’re diving into the world of cannabis with a trivia challenge that’s as educational as it is fun. Whether you’re well-versed in cannabis culture or just starting to explore, our trivia is designed to test your knowledge and maybe teach you a thing or two about this fascinating plant. So, sit back, relax, and let’s see how much you really know about “ganja” with these 10 cannabis history trivia questions.

(Answer Key at Bottom of Page)

1. What is the botanical name for hemp?

- A) Cannabaceae
- B) Cannabis
- C) Cannabinoid
- D) Hempenacea

2. When do the first references to cannabis appear in historical records?

- A) 5000 BC in Mesopotamia
- B) 3000 BC in China
- C) 1500 BC in Egypt
- D) 1000 BC in India

3. How many primary species of cannabis are there, and which one is known for being bushier and taller?

- A) 2; Cannabis sativa
- B) 3; Cannabis indica
- C) 3; Cannabis sativa
- D) 4; Cannabis ruderalis

4. Cannabis Ruderalis is distinguished by its:

- A) High THC content
- B) Usage for recreational purposes
- C) Low THC content and use for fibers
- D) Similarity to Cannabis sativa

5. The first written reference to medical cannabis can be traced back to:

- A) 500 AD in Ancient Greece
- B) 700 BC in Persia
- C) 1000 AD in the Arab world
- D) 300 BC in India

6. Which Persian prophet listed cannabis as one of the top plants in his records?

- A) Muhammad
- B) Zarathustra
- C) Buddha
- D) Moses

7. Who originally classified Cannabis Sativa as being native to northern India?

- A) Charles Darwin
- B) Gregor Mendel
- C) Carl Linnaeus
- D) Alexander von Humboldt

8. For what purposes were cannabis seeds used by early civilizations?

- A) Currency
- B) To throw at people
- C) Nutrition source, animal feed, and as a source of oil
- D) None of the above

9. Which government body outlawed the use of cannabis in the 12th century on the grounds it was an instrument of the occult?

- A) Spanish
- B) English
- C) Dutch
- D) Portuguese

10. Cannabis Indica originates from which part of the world according to Russian botanist, Nicolai Vavilov?

- A) Thailand
- B) Philippines
- C) Afghanistan
- D) Ethiopia

Answer Key

(B, Cannabis) What is the botanical name for hemp?
(B, 3000 BC in China) When do the first references to cannabis appear in historical records?
(C, Cannabis Sativa) How many primary species of cannabis are there, and which one is known for being bushier and taller?
(C, Low THC content and use for fibers) Cannabis Ruderalis is distinguished by its:
(B, 700 BC in Persia) The first written reference to medical cannabis can be traced back to:
(B, Zarathustra) Which Persian prophet listed cannabis as one of the top plants in his records?
(C, Carl Linnaeus) Who originally classified Cannabis Sativa as being native to northern India?
(C, Nutrition source, animal feed, and as a source of oil) For what purposes were cannabis seeds used by early civilizations?
(A, Spanish) Which government body outlawed the use of cannabis in the 12th century on the grounds it was an instrument of the occult?
(C, Afghanistan) Cannabis Indica originates from which part of the world according to Russian botanist, Nicolai Vavilov?