Bread and Dough Quiz

What is the first thing to check for in bread flour quality?

• Signs of infestation

• Correct storage

• Expiry date

• Informing the supervisor

What should you do if you find any problems with the flour?

• Ignore it

• Use it immediately

• Inform your supervisor/head chef/head baker

• Throw it away

What should you do before weighing out on a scale?

• Set the scale to maximum

• Zero the scale

• Turn off the scale

• Shake the scale

What is the most common infestation found in flour?

• Ants

• Weevils

• Moths

• Beetles

What should you do before using flour?

• Freeze it

• Boil it

• Check it for quality points

• Dry it

At what temperature does yeast work best?

• 25°C

• 30°C

• 37°C

• 45°C

Name 3 quality points of fresh yeast.

• Fresh smell, creamy beige colour, soft yet crumbly texture

• Sour smell, dark colour, dry texture

• Sweet smell, bright colour, wet texture

• Bitter smell, pale colour, sticky texture

What is a baker's oven ideal for?

• Baking bread and dough products

• Roasting vegetables

• Grilling meat

• Making ice cream

What is the primary purpose of a proving cabinet?

• To bake the dough

• To store ingredients

• To cut the proving time of dough

• To cool the dough

At what temperature range is a proving cabinet typically set?

• 20-25°C

• 37-40°C

• 50-55°C

• 10-15°C