Cereals LC Quiz

What are the three main parts of wheat grain?

• Bran

• Endosperm

• Germ

What is the protein content of winter wheat?

• Less than 10%

• 12-14%

• More than 14%

What are the guidelines for buying cereal products?

• Buy from a retailer with a strict food hygiene policy

• Check the best before date

• Ensure packaging is properly sealed

What happens to starch grains when moist heat is applied?

• They swell and burst and absorb liquid

• They harden

• They dissolve

What is the first stage in wheat processing for wholemeal flour production?

• Screened

• Sifted

• Conditioned

What is the average nutritional composition of wheat?

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Which part of the wheat kernel is primarily used in wholemeal flour?

• Endosperm

• Germ

• Bran

What is the primary purpose of conditioning wheat before milling?

• To increase moisture content

• To decrease moisture content

• To remove impurities

Which one of these are not a type of cereal grain?

• Maize

• Rye

• Gluten

• Rice

What type of iron is found in cereals?

• Haem iron

• Non haem iron