Grade 9 TLE – Cookery Practice Exam

Abigail is preparing a recipe that requires precise measurements of various ingredients. She needs to know which kitchen tool is best used for measuring ingredients by volume.

• Weighing scale

• Measuring cup

• Peeler

• Thermometer

Sophia is planning to cook a delicious dinner and needs to thaw some frozen chicken. What is the safest way for her to thaw the meat?

• On the counter overnight

• In hot water

• In the refrigerator

• Under the sun

While preparing a delicious dessert for her friends, Emma needs to beat egg whites to create a fluffy meringue. Which tool should she use for beating egg whites or whipping cream?

• Colander

• Grater

• Whisk

• Pastry brush

Aria is preparing a vegetable stir-fry for dinner and needs to chop various vegetables quickly. Which knife should she use for chopping the vegetables?

• Paring knife

• Boning knife

• Bread knife

• Chef’s knife

During a summer picnic, Maya prepared a delicious salad with fresh fruits and a creamy dressing. This delightful dish is categorized under:

• Appetizer salad

• Vegetable salad

• Fruit salad

• Gelatin salad

Aria is preparing a batch of homemade apple juice. To ensure that the juice is safe to drink and free from harmful microorganisms, she decides to heat it. What do you call the process of heating food to destroy harmful microorganisms?

• Blanching

• Fermentation

• Pasteurization

• Freezing

Nora is preparing to cook a delicious meal for her friends. Before she starts cooking, she gathers all her ingredients and organizes them on the counter. Which of the following best describes what Nora is doing?

• Cooking food quickly

• Washing all ingredients

• Chopping ingredients finely

• Preparing all ingredients before cooking

During a recent food festival in the Philippines, attendees were concerned about the safety and hygiene of the food being served. They wanted to know which government agency is responsible for monitoring food safety and hygiene in the country.

• DOH

• DTI

• TESDA

• FDA

While preparing dinner, Samuel needs to move a knife from the cutting board to the sink. What is the correct way for him to carry the knife in the kitchen?

• Tip pointing forward

• With the blade facing up

• Pointing downward and close to your side

• Held out straight in front of you

At a summer picnic, Aiden prepared a dish made of sliced fresh vegetables served cold with dressing. What is this dish called?

• Garnish

• Salad

• Appetizer

• Entrée