Quiz on Buying Food Wisely

What is the best time to visit the wet market?

• Evening

• Midday

• Early morning

• Late afternoon

What type of store sells canned and bottled goods?

• Wet market

• Supermarket

• Grocery store

• Sari-sari store

Which of the following is NOT a quality to look for in fresh meat?

• Cherry red for beef

• Pinkish color for pork

• Firm texture

• Strong smell

What should fresh fish have?

• Soft texture

• Brown gills

• Dull eyes

• Firm flesh

What is a talipapa?

• A type of grocery store

• A small informal wet market

• A supermarket

• A type of fruit

What is the purpose of a shopping list?

• To remember prices

• To plan meals

• To determine how much to buy

• To find the best store

What should you check on canned goods?

• The weight of the can

• The color of the label

• Expiry dates

• The shape of the can

What is a key quality of fresh vegetables?

• They should be soft

• They should have insect bites

• They should be bruised

• They should be clean and free from soil

What is the best way to spend your budget?

• Spend more than you have

• Spend on expensive items

• Spend only on snacks

• Spend within the budget

What should you look for in fresh fruits?

• Uneven color

• Strong smell of chemicals

• Soft and mushy

• Heavy and plump