Food Safety Quiz

According to the Dietary Guidelines for Americans, which of the following is a common source of bacterial contamination?

• Pasteurized milk.

• Raw vegetables.

• Undercooked eggs.

• Well-done meats.

Which of the following is not a common symptom of foodborne illness?

• Diarrhea.

• Headache.

• Sore throat.

• Vomiting.

Which of the following is a sanitation guideline that should be followed when handling food?

• Store potatoes and onions under the kitchen sink.

• Use a sponge or dishcloth to wipe up juices from raw meat and poultry.

• Wash greasy utensils before glasses and flatware.

• Wear gloves if there is an open cut or sore on the hand.

Which of the following situations might result in cross-contamination of food products?

• Using one spoon for tasting and another for stirring.

• Using separate towels for drying hands and wiping dishes.

• Washing pet dishes in the bathroom sink.

• Washing raw poultry before cooking.

The recommended internal temperature to ensure hamburgers are thoroughly cooked is _____°F.

• 160

• 180

• 212

• 250

To prevent the rapid growth of bacteria, foods should not be allowed to sit out for more than _____.

• 30 minutes

• 1 hour

• 2 hours

• 4 hours

Which of the following situations might indicate a food safety concern when eating out?

• It takes over 30 minutes for the server to bring ordered food.

• Soup is barely warm when it is served.

• The server brings the wrong food.

• All the above.

Which of the following is a safety precaution for preventing kitchen cuts?

• Try to catch falling knives before they hit the floor.

• Use a knife to pry open containers.

• Use care when putting fingers near blender or food processor blades to dislodge stuck foods.

• Wipe up fragments of broken glass with a damp paper towel.

What is the recommended procedure for treating a minor burn?

• Apply butter or grease to the burned area.

• Break any blisters that form.

• Cover the burn with a sterile cloth and apply firm pressure.

• Immediately place the burned area under cold running water.

Which of the following is a safety precaution for preventing electric shock?

• Hold onto the cord, not the plug, when disconnecting appliances.

• Place safety covers over unused electrical outlets.

• Plug several appliances into the same outlet.

• Use lightweight extension cords with small appliances.