Cereals and Starch Quiz

What are the three most cultivated cereals in the world?

• Pasta, noodles, and barley

• Rice, wheat, and corn

• Barley, oats, and rye

• Quinoa, millet, and sorghum

Which tool is used for separating coarse particles of flour?

• Strainer

• Rubber Scraper

• Sifter

• Mixing Bowl

What is the main component of cereals and tubers?

• Fiber

• Starch

• Protein

• Vitamins

Which of the following is a source of starch?

• Fruits

• Cereal grains

• Meat

• Dairy products

What is gelatinization?

• The swelling of starch granules in water

• The process of forming dextrin

• The oozing of liquid from a gel

• The process of starch molecules bonding together

Which of the following is a common source of manufactured food starch?

• Oats

• Wheat

• Corn

• Rice

What is the purpose of a double boiler?

• To cook rice

• To mix dry ingredients

• To prepare sauces that scorch easily

• To drain liquids from food

What does syneresis refer to?

• The swelling of starch granules

• The oozing of liquid from a gel

• The process of starch thickening

• The bonding of starch molecules

Which of the following is NOT a functional property of starch?

• As a binder

• As a flavor carrier

• As a preservative

• As a thickener

What is the main purpose of a strainer?

• To measure dry ingredients

• To separate liquids from solids

• To beat egg whites

• To mix ingredients