Kitchen Safety Quiz for Kids

Which of these is the safest way to hold a knife when cutting food?

• By the blade

• By the handle

• By the tip

• With both hands on the blade

Where should raw meat be stored in the refrigerator?

• On the top shelf

• On the bottom shelf

• In the door

• On the counter

What should you do if you spill water on the kitchen floor?

• Leave it and walk away

• Wipe it up right away

• Cover it with a towel and forget it

• Wait for someone else to clean it

Which of these is a good way to keep your hands clean while cooking?

• Wipe them on your shirt

• Wash them with soap and water

• Rub them on a towel only

• Only wash them after cooking

What should you do before using an electric mixer?

• Plug it in with wet hands

• Make sure your hands are dry

• Turn it on before plugging it in

• Put it in water

Why is it important to keep raw and cooked foods separate?

• To save space

• To prevent germs from spreading

• To make food look pretty

• To keep food warm

If you see a knife on the edge of the counter, what should you do?

• Leave it there

• Move it to a safe place

• Push it off

• Ignore it

You want to use the microwave to heat soup. What should you do first?

• Put metal in the microwave

• Use a microwave-safe bowl

• Use a plastic bag

• Heat it in a paper bag

If you drop an egg on the floor, what is the best way to clean it up?

• Wipe it with a dry cloth

• Use paper towels and then wash the area

• Leave it for later

• Step over it

You are helping to cook and you touch raw chicken. What should you do before touching anything else?

• Wipe your hands on your pants

• Wash your hands with soap and water

• Use hand sanitizer only

• Keep cooking