TLE 8 - Baking Q1

What is the most common baked item?

• Cakes

• Pies

• Bread

• Cookies

Which civilization flourished in baking during the Roman Empire?

• Greek

• Egyptian

• Roman

• Persian

What is the key ingredient in making bread, cakes, pastries, and cookies?

• Sugar

• Eggs

• Flour

• Salt

Which type of flour is highly refined and used for making cakes, cookies, and pastries?

• Cake flour

• Pastry flour

• Whole-wheat flour

• Unbleached flour

What is the purpose of leavening agents in baking?

• To add flavor to baked products

• To provide sweetness to baked products

• To create bubbles and make the dough rise

• To enhance the texture of baked products

Which ingredient tenderizes the product by preventing the cohesion of gluten strands during mixing?

• Butter

• Vegetable oil

• Lard

• Shortening

What is the purpose of salt in baking?

• To control the rate of fermentation

• To add sweetness to baked products

• To enhance the flavor of other ingredients

• To increase the volume of bread

What is the role of milk in baking?

• To provide moisture to keep the baked product fresh

• To add flavor and aroma to baked products

• To increase dough strength and improve texture

• To act as a leavening agent

Which ingredient is used to create foams through mechanical action in making sponge cakes?

• Salt

• Sugar

• Eggs

• Flour

What is the recommended way to store flour to keep it fresh?

• In the refrigerator

• In a sealed plastic container

• In a cool, dark, dry place

• In the freezer