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Foods 1- 2.00

Total questions: 64

Worksheet time: 32mins

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Class
Date
1.

A recipe for sweet potato casserole serves 12 & calls for 1/3 cup of chopped pecans. How much pecans would be needed to make it serve 24?

a)

1 cup

b)

2/3 cup

c)

1/2 cup

d)

1/4 cup

2.

A sweet potato casserole recipe calls for 1/4 cup of flour for 4 servings. To serve 16 people, how much flour is needed?

a)

1/4 cup

b)

1/2 cup

c)

1 cup

d)

2 cups

3.

To lower the fat content in the Butternut Squash Soup Recipe, substitute:


Butternut Squash Soup (6-8 servings)

Ingredients:

*2 1/2 pounds butternut squash

*1 medium yellow onion

*3 cloves garlic

*5 cups water

*1 tablespoon salt

*2 1/2 cups milk

*1 stick of butter or margarine

a)

1 stick of butter for the butter or margarine

b)

1 stick of margarine for the butter or margarine

c)

2 1/2 cups buttermilk for the milk

d)

2 1/2 cups skim milk for the milk

4.

Which are used to measure small amounts of ingredients, usually less than 1/4 cup?

a)

dry measuring cups

b)

liquid measuring cups

c)

measuring spoons

d)

scales

5.

There are four shelves in a refrigerator used for a community event. There is space for one item on each shelf. From top to bottom, which food item should go on which shelf?

a)

sheet cake, carrots, raw eggs, ground beef

b)

carrots, ground beef, raw eggs, sheet cake

c)

ground beef, sheet cake, raw eggs, sheet cake

d)

carrots, raw eggs, sheet cake, ground beef

6.

Which is the MOST important reason a food employee should not chew gum while preparing food?

a)

customers may see it and find it distasteful

b)

saliva can contaminate customers' food

c)

it can be a choking hazard

d)

it prevents a food handler from tasting food

7.

What is the MAXIMUM number of days that homemade chicken salad can be held at 41F?

a)

2

b)

3

c)

6

d)

7

8.

To cause a solid food to turn into or become part of a liquid is to:

a)

dissolve

b)

marinate

c)

soak

d)

vent

9.

Which kitchen equipment is narrow with deep sides & is used to bake bread & pound cake?

a)

baking sheet

b)

loaf pan

c)

pie pan

d)

roasting pan

10.

Which of the following helps prevent food in a self-service area from becoming contaminated by guests?

a)

ensure that guests only use one plate

b)

require people to monitor the self-service area

c)

post allergen information around the self-service area

d)

list all of the ingredients in each menu item

11.

All leftovers must be reheated for 15 seconds to the MINIMUM temperature of:

a)

135F

b)

145F

c)

155F

d)

165F

12.

A friend has been diagnosed with Norovirus. Should he volunteer at the soup kitchen?

a)

Yes, he can as long as he washes his hands well

b)

Yes, he can as long as he is restricted to washing dishes

c)

No, he must be excluded but can tomorrow

d)

No, he must be excluded until cleared by a doctor

13.

To cook uncovered under a direct heat source is to:

a)

braise

b)

broil

c)

roast

d)

simmer

14.

Which part of a recipe, usually given for conventional ovens, tells how to cook the food?

a)

container size & type

b)

list of ingredients & amounts

c)

temperature & time

d)

step-by-step directions

15.

Deborah is making cupcakes and the recipe calls for 1 large egg. She only has medium eggs & would like to make a recipe with less cholesterol. What should she do?

a)

use 1 small brown egg

b)

use 1 egg white

c)

use 2 egg whites

d)

use 2 medium eggs

16.

What should be used to prevent falls when reaching for equipment or ingredients on top shelves?

a)

counter

b)

kitchen chair

c)

trash can

d)

step stool

17.

In a kitchen, pots with handles that are loose:

a)

are not a food sanitation issue as long as caution is used

b)

may lead to injuries from burns by hot food items

c)

should be used to store cold foods

d)

should be used with pot holders to prevent spilling

18.

Which is an example of a nonessential ingredient in a recipe?

a)

all-purpose flour in a cake

b)

baking powder in biscuits

c)

mushrooms in a stir-fry

d)

shortening in a piecrust

19.

When cleaning up broken glass pieces, how should they be safely gathered & discarded?

a)

by gathering onto a piece of paper & discarding into the garbage

b)

by gathering up with a cloth & shaking into the garbage

c)

by sweeping into a trash container or under the cabinet until the end of the lab

d)

by sweeping with a broom or gathering with a wet paper towel, then throwing away immediately

20.

Jennie injured herself & was bleeding during a foods lab. She applied pressure to the wound. She is practicing first aid for which category of kitchen accidents?

a)

chemical poisoning

b)

cuts

c)

electrical issues

d)

other issues

21.

Which measure equals a one-half cup?

a)

2 fluid ounces

b)

8 tablespoons

c)

8 teaspoons

d)

8 fluid ounces

22.

One example of cross-contamination is when someone preparing food:

a)

uses separate cutting boards for raw & cooked meat

b)

uses the same ice for serving drinks & keeping beverage bottles cold in a cooler

c)

washes fruits & vegetables under running water

d)

prepares hand-battered food in small batches

23.

Food cooked for a buffet-style dinner & hot held must be maintained at a MINIMUM of what temperature?

a)

120F

b)

135F

c)

145F

d)

175F

24.

Which kitchen equipment is a shallow, round baking dish with sloping sides & may be used to bake quiche?

a)

baking sheet

b)

loaf pan

c)

pie pan

d)

roasting pan

25.

To combine flour & solid fat by cutting the fat into tiny pieces using a pastry blender, two forks, or the hands is to:

a)

cut-in

b)

fold

c)

knead

d)

stir

26.

Which food was correctly cooled?

a)

a large pot of soup that was divided into smaller pans & cooled at room temperature for 8 hours

b)

beans that did not cool to 70F within 2 hours, but were reheated to 145F for 15 seconds within 2 hours & then cooled correctly

c)

cooked poultry that cooled from 135F to 70F within 2 hours & from 70F to 41F within an additional 4 hours

d)

a roast that cooled form 135F to 70F within 4 hours & from 70F to 41F within an additional 6 hours

27.

To work a ball of dough with the fingertips or heels of the hands by repeating press, fold, & turn motions is to:

a)

cut in

b)

fold

c)

knead

d)

stir

28.

A frozen piece of salmon can be thawed using any procedure EXCEPT:

a)

under cold running water

b)

part of the cooking process

c)

in the cooler

d)

on the counter

29.

To pour or spoon pan juices, melted fat, or sauces over the surface of a food during cooking is to:

a)

baste

b)

grease

c)

season

d)

tenderize

30.

Slicing meat using a meat slicer left out at room temperature requires that:

a)

the slicer must be cleaned & sanitized every 4 hours

b)

the slicer must be cleaned & sanitized when done slicing meat for the day

c)

the slicer must be cleaned & sanitized at the end of a volunteer's shift

d)

the slicer must be disassembled & put in the dishwasher

31.

What is the proper procedure for cleaning & sanitizing food-contact surfaces?

a)

clean, sanitize, rinse, towel dry

b)

rinse, scrape, clean, sanitize

c)

clean, sanitize, towel dry

d)

pre-scrape, clean, rinse, sanitize, air-dry

32.

Which is NOT a factor in controlling growth of microorganisms?

a)

temperature

b)

color

c)

moisture

d)

oxygen

33.

Which is used to cook vegetables, retaining their nutrients?

a)

casserole dish

b)

double boiler

c)

steamer

d)

wok

34.

Which is an example of an essential ingredient in a recipe?

a)

green bell pepper in a casserole

b)

potatoes in a beef stew

c)

salt in a loaf of bread

d)

toasted almonds in a salad

35.

What should be used to protect hands when handling hot utensils?

a)

a damp towel

b)

an apron

c)

an article of clothing

d)

a dry oven mitt

36.

In a foods lab, following all kitchen safety rules is essential because they:

a)

aid in the prevention of accidents

b)

keep students on task during the lab

c)

prevent students from burning food

d)

protect the teacher from lawsuits

37.

Which is a recipe resource?

a)

ingredient substitutions

b)

magazine or newpaper

c)

recipe yields

d)

volume measurement

38.

Which recipe part tells the number & size of servings the recipe will make?

a)

container size & type

b)

list of ingredients & amounts

c)

nutrition analysis

d)

yield

39.

Ground beef cooked in a microwave must reach an internal temperature of:

a)

135F

b)

145F

c)

155F

d)

165F

40.

Which is an example of a chemical contaminant?

a)

caterpillar found in a case of lettuce

b)

bad smell coming from fresh seafood

c)

table sanitizer sprayed over pastries

d)

freezer burn on frozen fruit

41.

Taylor is preparing chicken pie for dinner & uses a 9" x 13" glass baking dish. What part of the recipe helped her decide what pan to use?

a)

yield

b)

list of ingredients & amounts

c)

step-by-step directions for mixing & handling

d)

container size & type

42.

Which of these people would be considered highly susceptible to foodborne illness?

a)

preschooler

b)

adult on kidney dialysis

c)

woman who is 15 weeks pregnant

d)

all of the above

43.

What should you do to avoid cross-contact when preparing food for someone with a food allergy?

a)

wipe down work surfaces with a wet cloth

b)

wash, rinse, & sanitize surfaces & utensils between uses

c)

use only organic ingredients

d)

cook the food to its minimum internal temperature

44.

Which measure equals 1 tablespoon?

a)

1 fluid ounce

b)

2 fluid ounces

c)

2 teaspoons

d)

3 teaspoons

45.

Which kitchen equipment is a metal cutting tool with openings of different sizes & may be used to prepare cheese or cabbage?

a)

food chopper

b)

grater/shredder

c)

pastry blender

d)

rolling pin

46.

Why should pots, pans, & casseroles be washed by hand LAST?

a)

they are the heaviest cooking equipment used

b)

they require the coldest water to remove grease stains

c)

they should be stored last because they require more space

d)

They usually contain the most difficult to remove food residues

47.

To lightly brown or cook food in a small amount of hot fat is to:

a)

barbeque

b)

boil

c)

saute

d)

steam

48.

Lab Group 2 is constructing a timetable & just estimated time for each task. What should the group do NEXT?

a)

calculate the total time

b)

list tasks

c)

identify end time

d)

calculate start time

49.

Group 2 is preparing the market order. After the group lists the amount of ingredients needed & the amount of each on-hand ingredient, what should the group do NEXT?

a)

assemble the equipment

b)

go to the grocery store

c)

interpret the recipe

d)

calculate the amount needed to purchase

50.

You are in charge of a bake sale with large trays of fresh pastries & cookies. Everyone working is serving food & handling money so they cannot run to wash their hands & put on gloves between every sale. What are some other things to prevent bare hand contact?

a)

supply tongs for use in serving items

b)

have worker use single-use papers

c)

wrap items in plastic before putting in the case

d)

all of the above

51.

How many seconds should the total handwashing process take?

a)

10

b)

15

c)

20

d)

25

52.

What is an abbreviation for teaspoon?

a)

t

b)

teas

c)

T

d)

Tbsp

53.

Which measure equals 1 pound?

a)

4 ounces

b)

8 ounces

c)

16 ounces

d)

32 ounces

54.

The total preparation time is 36 minutes & the total cook time is 17 minutes for a vegetable stir-fry. If class starts at 8am, the stir-fry should be ready to serve at:

a)

8:23am

b)

8:30am

c)

8:53am

d)

8:58am

55.

To blend a delicate mixture into a heavier one by using a rubber spatula or spoon in a gentle up, down, & over motion so that the mixture stays light is to:

a)

cut-in

b)

fold

c)

knead

d)

stir

56.

To leave an opening in the covering of a food to allow steam to escape is to:

a)

dissolve

b)

marinate

c)

soak

d)

vent

57.

Sarah is preparing to make a heart-healthy salad in the foods lab. What should Sarah do BEFORE she determines which equipment is needed to prepare the recipe?

a)

list the preparation tasks

b)

make & carry out the work plan

c)

select, read, & interpret the recipe

d)

evaluate the work plan

58.

In kitchen group one, Jon prepared the soup by himself while the rest of the lab members cleaned. What did this lab group do poorly?

a)

use of the recipe

b)

collection of all equipment & ingredients

c)

application of sanitation procedures

d)

division of tasks among lab members equitably

59.

Mary is organizing her timetable for preparing today's lunch menu. Which food product could be prepared ahead & stored in the refrigerator?


MENU

*Garden Salad

*Hot Reuben Sandwich

*Wheat Crackers

*Brownies

a)

Brownies

b)

Garden Salad

c)

Hot Reuben Sandwich

d)

Wheat Crackers

60.

Tonya, Sarah, & Jane discuss recipe ideas for the class meal. This is an example of:

a)

communication

b)

cooperation

c)

organization

d)

responsibility

61.

When constructing a timetable, which step follows listing tasks?

a)

calculate the total time

b)

estimate time (in minutes)

c)

identify end time

d)

determine clock time

62.

Mr. Jones is demonstrating to students how to dice foods. What does he need to protect the tabletop?

a)

cutting board

b)

grater

c)

scraper

d)

straightening steel

63.

Which kitchen equipment is used to quick-fry foods in a small amount of fat?

a)

casserole

b)

double boiler

c)

steamer

d)

wok

64.

Which kitchen equipment is usually a heavy oval or rectangular pan, often comes with a wire rack, & is used to cook large cuts of meat or poultry?

a)

baking sheet

b)

loaf pan

c)

pie pan

d)

roasting pan