Knife Quiz

What is the sharp edge of a knife used for cutting called?

• Heel

• Cutting Edge

• Spine

• Tang

What part of the knife adds balance and protects the hand?

• Heel

• Bolster

• Rivets

• Spine

The back of the blade, opposite the cutting edge, is called the:

• Tip

• Spine

• Tang

• Heel

Which part of the knife extends into the handle to give it strength?

• Rivets

• Heel

• Tang

• Tip

The front point of the blade, used for detail cutting, is called the:

• Heel

• Bolster

• Tip

• Rivets

Carbon steel knives are popular because they:

• Never corrode

• Stay sharp forever

• Are soft enough to sharpen easily

• Are not affected by acidic foods

Stainless steel knives are known for being:

• Rust-resistant and durable

• Very easy to sharpen

• Softer than carbon steel

• More reactive to acidic foods

High-carbon stainless steel combines the best features of:

• Carbon steel and ceramic

• Carbon steel and stainless steel

• Ceramic and stainless steel

• Plastic and stainless steel

Ceramic knives are made from:

• Zirconium oxide

• Carbon and iron

• Steel and nickel

• Titanium alloy

Which knife is considered an all-purpose knife for chopping, slicing, and mincing?

• Utility knife

• Chef’s knife

• Boning knife

• Cleaver