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NOCTI Review

Total questions: 62

Worksheet time: 1hrs 2mins

Name
Class
Date
1.

Which of the following describes a method of cooking pasta or vegetables so they have a just barely tender consistency?

a)

a la carte

b)

au gratin

c)

al dente

d)

a l'anglaise

2.

What is the most commonly used knife in the kitchen?

a)

Chef

b)

Boning

c)

Paring

d)

Serrated

3.

The correct identification for a julienne cut is what?

a)

chop into fine pieces

b)

cut into thin strips about 1/8" x 1/8" x 2 1/2"

c)

chop into coarse pieces

d)

3/4 x 3/4 x 3/4 inch cubes

4.

Which of the following utensils is used for serving sauce on a roasted chicken?

a)

tablespoon

b)

slotted spoon

c)

measuring cup

d)

measured ladle

5.

Compared to a conventional oven, a convection oven

a)

is found in many residential homes

b)

takes longer to cook

c)

cooks at lower temperatures

d)

is more likely to carry food-borne illnesses

6.

A refrigerator's temperature should be _____ or below.

a)

35

b)

41

c)

45

d)

51

7.

When receiving a delivery, an employee should verify that the invoice matches the delivery and.....

a)

take the delivery to the kitchen

b)

pay the delivery person

c)

check the order for damage

d)

inform the line cooks

8.

A bistro began the day with 8 gallons of cream in the cooler. The bistro received 4 additional gallons of cream from the morning delivery. During the afternoon shift, the kitchen used 3 gallons of cream. The on-hand inventory is now 9 gallons. This is an example of ________ inventory.

a)

FIFO

b)

Monthly

c)

Perpetual

d)

Vendor-managed

9.

What is the best way to put out a grease fire in a frying pan?

a)

Pour water directly on the fire

b)

Smother the fire

c)

Move the pan outside

d)

Pour flour on the fire

10.

The process of transferring bacteria from one food to another usually by way of unwashed hands, cutting boards, or countertops is called

a)

cross-contamination

b)

germination

c)

anti-sanitation

d)

eco-infection

11.

Which of the following greens is used to make caesar salad?

a)

Romaine

b)

Endive

c)

Iceberg

d)

Arugula

12.

When making rice pilaf, the rice is sauteed then

a)

boiled

b)

baked

c)

steamed

d)

broiled

13.

To prevent a peeled potato from browning, place it in

a)

the refrigerator

b)

cold water

c)

plastic wrap

d)

a covered bowl

14.

The process of blending fat and sugar together uniformly and incorporating air is

a)

folding

b)

kneading

c)

stirring

d)

creaming

15.

The two main ingredients in meringues are sugar and what?

a)

cream of tartar

b)

heavy whipping cream

c)

corn syrup

d)

egg whites

16.

Roux is a mixture of flour and

a)

water

b)

milk

c)

fat

d)

yogurt

17.

When preparing beef consomme, egg whites are used as an ___________ agent.

a)

clarifiying

b)

emulsifying

c)

thickening

d)

adhesive

18.

Which of the following makes a stock clearer?

a)

skimming the fat off the surface (degreasing)

b)

adding roux

c)

roasting the vegetables before adding to the stock

d)

pureeing two cups of stock and adding it back to the stock

19.

A bouquet garni is traditionally made up of bay leaves, parsley, and

a)

Celery

b)

Carrots

c)

Thyme

d)

Garlic

20.

Poultry should be cooked to a minimum internal cooking temperature of

a)

135

b)

145

c)

155

d)

165

21.

A type of fresh water fish is

a)

Haddock

b)

Halibut

c)

Perch

d)

Flounder

22.

A type of fresh water fish is

a)

Haddock

b)

Halibut

c)

Trout

d)

Flounder

23.

Eggs used to make eggs benedict are

a)

shirred

b)

fried

c)

poached

d)

boiled

24.

Rolled, steel-cut and _____________ are type of oats.

a)

soft-cut

b)

whole

c)

braised

d)

tossed

25.

New York cheesecake is prepared with ______________ cheese.

a)

ricotta

b)

cottage

c)

cream

d)

cheddar

26.

Menus planned for people with high blood pressure should be low in

a)

fiber

b)

sodium

c)

vitamin C

d)

potassium

27.

The most nutritional way to prepare vegetables is by

a)

sauteing

b)

boiling

c)

deep frying

d)

steaming

28.

A cook needs to make 75 sandwiches. Each sandwich contains 3 ounces of tuna salad. The tuna salad comes in a 20 ounce container. How many containers much be purchased?

a)

10

b)

11

c)

12

d)

13

29.

To serve three egg omelets to 55 people, how many eggs are needed

a)

14 dozen

b)

16 dozen

c)

19 dozen

d)

20 dozen

30.

A recipe for split pea soup yields 7 2/3 quarts. How many 6 ounce portions can be served from one batch of soup.

a)

39

b)

40

c)

41

d)

42

31.

A party of 6 has a bill of $246.00. What is the total bill when a gratuity of 20% and 7% sales tax are added on?

a)

262.22

b)

295.20

c)

312.42

d)

315.86

32.

How much liquid should be added when tripling a recipe calling for 1/4 cup of liquid?

a)

1/2 cup

b)

3/4 cup

c)

1 cup

d)

1 1/4 cups

33.

The _______ takes care of administrative and personnel tasks such as determining costs and hiring employees.

a)

sous-chef

b)

executive chef

c)

chef de garde manger

d)

line cook

34.

A good way to develop business-related career skills is to

a)

inquire at a government agency

b)

make friends at other places

c)

join a professional organization

d)

move to a new city

35.

Maria makes a mistake in preparing the vegetables for a recipe. What is the best way for her to handle the mistake?

a)

admit to the mistake

b)

fix it before anyone notices

c)

pretend like nothing happened

d)

just keep working and see what happens

36.

The technique that involves suggesting a larger size or better quality than the customer's original order is called

a)

upselling

b)

forecasting

c)

predicting

d)

networking

37.

Which of the following is an uncooked roux?

a)

Slurry

b)

Buerre Maine

c)

Laison

d)

White Wash

38.

This style of service uses pre portioned, arranged foods and is served from the left

a)

American

b)

Canadian

c)

Russian

d)

French

39.

Water based fire extinguishers should be used on what class of fire?

a)

B+C

b)

C

c)

A

d)

B

40.

Which primal cut from the forequarter of beef is the most tender?

a)

Fore shank

b)

Brisket

c)

Rib

d)

Short Plate

41.

What part of the knife is pictured at position A ?

a)

Tang

b)

Bolster

c)

Blade

d)

Heel

42.

What number is a standard size restaurant can? These are large cans, usually packed 6 to a case and hold about 12 cups of product.

a)

#10

b)

#6

c)

#12

d)

#20

43.

What is the name of a cold soup featuring leeks and potatoes?

a)

Vichyssoise

b)

Gazpacho

c)

Clam Chowder

d)

Loaded Potato

44.
To brown the outside of meat before roasting is to _______ it.
a)
saute
b)
sear
c)
pan fry
d)
deep fry
45.

This is the French name for a chilled potato and leek soup.

a)

Vichyssoise

b)

Gazpacho

c)

New England Clam Chowder

d)

Bisque

46.

This is a cold tomato soup, popular in Italy featuring fresh tomatoes, bell peppers and other seasonings

a)

Vichyssoise

b)

Gazpacho

c)

New England Clam Chowder

d)

Bisque

47.

Milk that has 60% of the water removed and sugar added

a)

Sweetened Condensed Milk

b)

Evaporated Milk

c)

Dry Milk

d)

Ultra High Pasteurized Milk

48.

What does "physical inventory" refer to in the context of a restaurant?

a)

The process of tracking sales and profits through accounting software

b)

The physical count and inspection of all items in a restaurant's stock, including food, beverages, and supplies

c)

The process of ordering new stock for the kitchen

d)

The financial record-keeping of a restaurant's inventory, including purchase costs

49.

What is "perpetual inventory" and how is it used in a restaurant?

a)

A system where inventory is only counted once a year to determine the total stock value

b)

A system that continuously updates inventory levels in real-time based on sales, purchases, and stock usage

c)

A method of tracking inventory using paper logs and handwritten records

d)

A process that involves reviewing inventory only at the end of each month for financial reporting

50.

How does a perpetual inventory system benefit a restaurant?

a)

It eliminates the need for any physical inventory checks

b)

It only updates inventory levels at the end of each month

c)

It requires less initial setup and fewer resources than a periodic inventory system

d)

It helps maintain accurate inventory levels by automatically adjusting stock counts after each sale or purchase

51.

What does the "grade" of fruits and vegetables indicate?

a)

The size of the fruit or vegetable

b)

The color of the fruit or vegetable

c)

The overall quality and condition of the produce, including appearance, texture, and ripeness

d)

The price at which the fruit or vegetable is sold

52.

What are the typical grades available for fruits and vegetables in the United States?

a)

Grade A, Grade B, and Grade C

b)

Premium, Standard, and Discount

c)

Fresh, Ripe, and Organic

d)

Excellent, Good, and Fair

53.

What would grade "C" fruits and vegetables be used for?

a)

Fresh produce sold directly to consumers in retail markets

b)

High-end restaurants and gourmet dishes

c)

Canned, frozen, or processed products where appearance is less important

d)

Display purposes in high-traffic areas like grocery store aisles

54.

What would grade "A" fruits and vegetables be used for?

a)

Fresh produce sold directly to consumers in retail markets

b)

Made into purees and sauces

c)

Canned, frozen, or processed products where appearance is less important

d)

For Photos only

55.

What characterizes the Russian style of restaurant service?

a)

Guests serve themselves from a buffet table

b)

Food is presented on platters and served by waitstaff to each guest at the table

c)

Orders are taken at the counter, and guests pick up their food

d)

Food is delivered to guests in pre-plated portions without interaction with the waiter

56.

What is characteristic of à la carte restaurant service?

a)

All items are included in a fixed-price menu

b)

Dishes are served in large portions for sharing among guests

c)

Each dish is ordered and priced separately from the menu

d)

Guests are served a buffet-style meal with no individual orders

57.

What is characteristic of family-style restaurant service?

a)

Food is served in individual portions, pre-plated for each guest

b)

Guests select from a limited set menu with no options for customization

c)

Large portions of food are placed on the table for guests to serve themselves

d)

All food is ordered à la carte and served directly to each guest

58.

What kind of pie typically has a filling and crust that bakes at the same time?

a)

Cream Pie

b)

Apple Pie

c)

Chiffon Pie

d)

Chocolate Mousse Pie

59.

What is a channel knife used for?

a)

Measuring specific ingredients

b)

Cutting long strips of zest from citrus fruits for decorative garnishes

c)

Peeling fruits and vegetables

d)

Cutting meat into thin slices

60.

Which cheese is the closest to a brie type cheese?

a)

Camembert

b)

Bleu Cheese

c)

Cheddar

d)

Fresh Mozarella

61.

Which of the following desserts is a rich, sweet pastry made with layers of phyllo dough, chopped nuts, and sweetened with honey or syrup? (Greek)

a)

Baklava

b)

Cannoli

c)

Eclair

d)

Tiramisu

62.

Which of the following pies is made by cooking a smooth, egg-based filling first and then pouring it into a pre-baked (prepared) crust before chilling or finishing?

a)

Custard Pie

b)

Apple Pie

c)

Cherry Pie

d)

Pumpkin Pie