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Foods and Nutrition Semester Exam Review

Total questions: 64

Worksheet time: 32mins

Name
Class
Date
1.

Contaminants in foods cause over 76 million illnesses in the United States each year.

a)

True

b)

False

2.

To thoroughly clean your hands, wash them with soap and cold water for 20 seconds.

a)

True

b)

False

3.

Cross-contamination is the spread of bacteria from one food to another.

a)

True

b)

False

4.

Liquid measuring cups are made of transparent glass or plastic.

a)

True

b)

False

5.

A recipe is a set of directions for making a food or beverage.

a)

True

b)

False

6.

In the customary system, a dry ounce is a measure of weight.

a)

True

b)

False

7.

In the customary system, a fluid ounce is a measure of volume.

a)

True

b)

False

8.

To prevent kitchen messes, measure liquids over the mixing bowl.

a)

True

b)

False

9.

Dry measuring cups are used to measure ingredients such as jam, yogurt, and peanut butter.

a)

True

b)

False

10.

A dash or a pinch is equivalent to one tablespoon.

a)

True

b)

False

11.

To pare is to make straight, shallow cuts with a slicing knife.

a)

True

b)

False

12.

To whip is to beat quickly and vigorously to incorporate air into a mixture.

a)

True

b)

False

13.

Which is the correct way to hold a knife?

a)

Grip the handle with all four fingers and hold the thumb gently but firmly against the side of the handle.

b)

Grip the handle with all four fingers and thumb.

c)

Grip the handle with three fingers, rest the index finger flat against the blade on one side, and hold the thumb on the opposite side to give additional stability and control.

d)

Grip the handle with three fingers and thumb and place the index finger on top of the spine.

14.

When cutting with a knife, you should do the following:

a)

Keep your eyes on the blade the entire time.

b)

Use a cutting board.

c)

Shape your guiding hand like a bear claw.

d)

All of the above.

15.

What type of motion is used for slicing?

a)

Rocking

b)

Sawing

c)

Crossing

d)

Pressure

16.

What type of motion is used for chopping?

a)

Rocking

b)

Slicing

c)

Crossing

d)

Pressure

17.

What is the definition of contaminant?

a)

a poison that can cause illness

b)

a protected cell that develops into a bacterium when it has the right conditions

c)

a substance, such as a chemical or organism, that makes food unsafe to eat

d)

a living thing so small that it can only be seen through a microscope

18.

Which is not one of the most common foods in which cross-contamination occurs?

a)

Seafood

b)

unwashed fruit

c)

eggs

d)

raw meat

19.

On a typical day, how long can perishable foods that contain meat, poultry, fish, eggs, or dairy products safely sit at room temperature?

a)

no more than 2 hours

b)

2 hours or more

c)

no more than 90 minutes

d)

no more than 30 minutes

20.

What type of knife is ideal for beginning cooking students?

a)

a dull knife

b)

a sharp knife

c)

beginning students should not use knives

d)

a serrated knife

21.

Which is a safe way to clean knives?

a)

Soak them in a sink

b)

Soak them in a dishpan.

c)

Wash them with the blade pointed away from you

d)

Wash them in a dishwasher

22.

Which should not be used to put out a grease fire?

a)

salt

b)

water

c)

metal lid

d)

fire extinguisher

23.

What is the difference between a paring knife and a vegetable peeler?

a)

There is no difference.

b)

Unlike a vegetable peeler, a paring knife has a swivel blade for quick peeling of fruits and vegetables

c)

Unlike a paring knife, a vegetable peeler has a swivel blade for quick peeling of fruits and vegetables.

d)

Unlike a vegetable peeler, a paring knife has a serrated or sawtooth blade.

24.

What kitchen tool would you use to lift hot broccoli florets out of a pot?

a)

baster

b)

turner

c)

sifter

d)

tongs

25.

What information is not typically included in a recipe?

a)

container size and type

b)

converted measurements

c)

ingredients

d)

yield

26.

How are ingredients presented in a well-written recipe?

a)

in exact amounts and in the order used

b)

alphabetically and in exact amounts

c)

listed in order from least to greatest amount used

d)

listed in order from greatest to least amount used

27.

What is nutritional analysis of a recipe?

a)

information on MyPlate food groups included in the recipe

b)

information on the recipe’s nutrient and calorie content

c)

information on the recipe’s calorie content

d)

information on the recipe’s nutrient content

28.

What is the metric system?

a)

a system of measurement based on multiples of 100

b)

a system of measurement based on multiples of 1

c)

a system of measurement that is standard in the U.S.

d)

a system of measurement based on multiples of 10

29.

Which is a type of measurement used in recipes?

a)

temperature

b)

weight

c)

dimensions

d)

all of the above

30.

What should you do if a recipe calls for 1 1/2 cups of cherries but the store only sells them by the pound?

a)

convert from customary to metric

b)

convert from metric to customary

c)

calculate the equivalent

d)

none of the above

31.

Which is not a step for measuring liquids?

a)

Pour the liquid into the measuring cup

b)

Hold the measuring cup over the mixing bowl.

c)

Bend down to check the measurement at eye level

d)

None of the above

32.

Which is not a step for measuring dry ingredients?

a)

Lay out a piece of wax paper or have an extra bowl to measure over

b)

Level off the top of the cup using the straight edge of a spatula or butter knife.

c)

Pack down flour, granulated sugar, or confectioners’ sugar.

d)

Pour the ingredient out of the measuring cup into the mixing container.

33.

When do you need to use measuring spoons instead of cups?

a)

to measure dry ingredients in amounts smaller than 1/4 cup

b)

to measure dry ingredients in amounts smaller than 1/2 cup

c)

to measure dry ingredients in amounts smaller than 3/4 cup

d)

to measure dry ingredients in amounts smaller than 2/3 cup

34.

How can you measure amounts that are not marked on your measuring cups?

a)

Use a combination of standard-size measures that add up to what you need.

b)

Use the measuring cup that comes closest to the desired amount.

c)

Estimate the equivalent amount.

d)

none of the above

35.

How can you prevent a cutting board from slipping while you use it?

a)

Hold it down with the same hand that you use to hold down the food.

b)

Anchor it with heavy cans.

c)

Place a wet paper towel or dishcloth under it.

d)

Use a plastic cutting board rather than wood.

36.

Which is a reason to change a recipe?

a)

to be creative and try something new

b)

to substitute ingredients for health reasons

c)

to increase the yield

d)

all of the above

37.

What is the term for combining two or more ingredients thoroughly so they blend?

a)

folding

b)

stirring

c)

coating

d)

mixing

38.

Which is not a form of mixing?

a)

whipping

b)

kneading

c)

creaming

d)

dredging

39.

What does it mean to reduce?

a)

to make a liquid clear by removing solid particles

b)

to simmer a mixture in order to evaporate the liquid and intensify the flavor

c)

to heat liquid to just below the boiling point

d)

to dip food briefly into boiling water and then into cold water to stop the cooking process

40.

When is it safe to use aluminum foil in the microwave?

a)

Always

b)

Never

c)

When it is labeled "microwave safe"

d)

if the owner's manual or recipe specifies

41.

Which piece of jewelry can be worn by a food handler?

a)

Diamond Ring

b)

Medical Bracelet

c)

plain metal band

d)

watch

42.

Foodhandlers should keep their fingernails:

a)

short and unpolished

b)

long and unpolished

c)

long and painted with nail polish

d)

short and painted with nail polish

43.

What must food handlers do after touching their hair, face, or body?

a)

wash their hands

b)

rinse their gloves

c)

change their aprons

d)

use a hand sanitizer

44.

The danger zone is between ____ º F to ____ º F and is the range of temperatures in which bacteria grows rapidly.

a)

0-80

b)

41-135

c)

32-212

d)

100-140

45.

What are the four sizes in a standard set of dry measuring cups? Circle the 4 correct answers!!

a)

1 cup

b)

3/4 cup

c)

1/2 cup

d)

1/3 cup

e)

1/4 cup

46.

What are the four sizes in a standard set of measuring spoons? Circle the 4 correct answers!!

a)

1 T

b)

1 tsp

c)

1/2 tsp

d)

1/3 tsp

e)

1/4 tsp

47.

To cut off a thin layer of peel with a paring knife or peeler.

a)

Pare

b)

Square Off

c)

Chiffonade

d)

Mince

48.

To divide food into four equal parts.

a)

Pare

b)

Square Off

c)

Quarter

d)

Mince

49.

To cut food into thin pieces with a knife using a sawing motion while pressing the knife down gently.

a)

chop

b)

dice

c)

slice

d)

mince

50.

To cut food into small irregular pieces

a)

chop

b)

grate

c)

mince

d)

chiffonade

51.

To chop finely

a)

mince

b)

chop

c)

dice

d)

quarter

52.

To cut rounded edges off into a square to prepare for dicing.

a)

dice

b)

chop

c)

mince

d)

square off

53.

To cut food into small square pieces

a)

Chop

b)

Dice

c)

Mince

d)

Grate

54.

To cut food into small pieces and shreds by pressing and rubbing the food against the rough surface of a grater.

a)

chiffonade

b)

grate

c)

pare

d)

mince

55.

To slice leaf vegetables into very thin ribbons by rolling them prior to cutting.

a)

grate

b)

minuce

c)

dice

d)

Chiffonade

56.

Michelle diced an onion and washed the knife immediately, putting it away after drying it.

a)

Safe

b)

Unsafe

57.

Michelle used a dull knife because she didn’t want to cut her thumb while peeling potatoes.

a)

Safe

b)

Unsafe

58.

When Michelle dropped her knife, she tried to catch it in order to try and prevent from cutting her feet.

a)

Safe

b)

Unsafe

59.

Michelle used her chef’s knife to pry open a can of diced tomatoes.

a)

Safe

b)

Unsafe

60.

Michelle placed her chef’s knife into the sink to allow it to soak before washing it.

a)

Safe

b)

Unsafe

61.

When carrying her knife from the counter to the sink, Michele held the knife by the handle, near her leg, with the tip pointed down.

a)

safe

b)

unsafe

62.

The most versatile knife used for slicing, dicing, and mincing.

a)

Paring Knife

b)

Bread KNife

c)

Utility Knife

d)

Chef's Knife

63.

Long, thin blade and serrated edge used with a sawing motion.

a)

Paring Knife

b)

Bread KNife

c)

Utility Knife

d)

Chef's Knife

64.

Smaller knife used for detail work or cutting fruits and vegetables.

a)

Paring Knife

b)

Bread KNife

c)

Utility Knife

d)

Chef's Knife