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Herbs and Spices

Total questions: 15

Worksheet time: 9mins

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Class
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1.

The leaves, stem, or flower of an aromatic plant is a(n)

a)

herb

b)

spice

c)

seasoning

d)

garnish

2.

The bark, seed, or root of an aromatic plant is a(n)

a)

herb

b)

spice

c)

essential oil

d)

garnish

3.

Check all that are spices

a)
b)
c)
d)
e)
4.

Check all that are herbs

a)
b)
c)
d)
e)
5.

Fun Fact: some people have a gene that makes ___ taste like soap

a)

Basil

b)

Pepper

c)

Cilantro

d)

Ginger

6.

Which is the root of a plant?

a)

Paprika

b)

Cinnamon

c)

Ginger

d)

Parsley

7.

Which comes from the bark of a plant?

a)

Paprika

b)

Ginger

c)

Cinnamon

d)

Parsley

8.

What herb is used for flavor and then taken out before eating?

a)

Basil

b)

Chilves

c)

Bay

d)

Oregano

9.

Which is the most expensive spice?

a)

Rosemary

b)

Saffron

c)

Thyme

d)

Cloves

10.

All are blends of herbs or spices EXCEPT

a)

Curry powder

b)

Italian seasoning

c)

Chili powder

d)

Allspice

e)

Pumpkin pie spice

11.

The berries on this plant are used to make...

a)

ginger

b)

cloves

c)

pepper

d)

sage

12.

This evergreen herb is called

a)

rosemary

b)

basil

c)

thyme

d)

parsley

13.

Which is NOT a spice often used in Mexican cuisine?

a)

cinnamon

b)

cumin

c)

chili powder

d)

ginger

14.

Which is NOT commonly used in Indian cuisine?

a)

Basil

b)

Bay Leaves

c)

Ginger

d)

Cayenne Pepper

15.

Which most accurately describes your use of herbs and spices when you cook/bake?

a)

I never use them

b)

I can name 3 or fewer that I commonly use

c)

I use both herbs and spices in my cooking/baking

d)

I can name what herbs and spices are in a food by tasting it

e)

I can name several baked goods that contain herbs/spices