Meat & Meat Cookery Quiz

What is the composition of water in meat?

• 85%

• 95%

• 75%

• 65%

Which type of meat is believed to be healthier than red meat?

• Pork

• Poultry

• Beef

• Lamb

What is the color of red meat dependent on?

• Age of the animal

• Concentration of myoglobin

• Type of muscle fibers

• Species of the animal

Which animal does venison meat come from?

• Deer

• Sheep

• Carabao

• Goat

What is the percentage of protein in muscle tissue?

• 15%

• 19%

• 22%

• 25%

Which meat cut comes from the pork leg and is usually cured and smoked?

• Bacon

• Ham

• Salami

• Sausage

What is the process of putting meat or fish in a sauce for a period of time to add flavor or to make the meat or fish more tender called?

• Frying

• Baking

• Marinating

• Grilling

What is the effect of excessive heating on meat?

• Makes the meat tender

• Makes the meat tougher

• Does not affect the meat

• Makes the meat juicier

What is the purpose of aging meat after slaughter?

• To make the meat tougher

• To make the meat softer

• To make the meat more flavorful

• To make the meat juicier

What is the recommended temperature range for storing fresh meat in the refrigerator?

• 45°F/7°C or lower

• 40°F/5°C or lower

• 50°F/10°C or lower

• 32°F/0°C or lower