Quiz on Grains and Pasta

What is a grain?

• A type of vegetable

• A single, small, hard seed

• A kind of fruit

• A dairy product

Which of the following is an example of a whole grain?

• White flour

• White bread

• Brown rice

• Instant rice

Why are refined grains milled?

• To enhance their flavor

• To remove the bran and germ

• To add extra fiber

• To reduce their cooking time

What is the texture of long grain rice when cooked?

• Sticky

• Mushy

• Dry and fluffy

• Hard

Which type of flour is known for having the least amount of proteins?

• All-purpose flour

• Cake flour

• Whole wheat flour

• Bread flour

What makes self-rising flour unique?

• It is gluten-free

• It has added baking soda and salt

• It contains whole grains

• It is made from soft wheat

What ingredient in flour provides structure to baked goods?

• Fiber

• Gluten

• Sugar

• Water

What is the main difference between white rice and brown rice?

• Brown rice is more expensive

• White rice contains all parts of the kernel

• Brown rice contains all parts of the kernel

• White rice is naturally gluten-free

Which type of rice is used for sushi?

• Long grain rice

• Parboiled rice

• Short grain rice

• Wild rice

What is the main ingredient in pasta dough?

• Rice flour

• Cornmeal

• Semolina

• Buckwheat