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WorksheetsCh. 23 and 24 Study Guide (Version 2)
Total questions: 80
Worksheet time: 40mins
What is the term for combining two or more ingredients thoroughly so they blend?
folding
stirring
coating
mixing
Recipes for baked goods can usually be doubled.
True
False
What is taring?
leveling off the excess amount in a dry measuring cup or spoon
subtracting the weight of the food from the total weight in order to find the weight of the container
subtracting the weight of the container from the total weight in order to find the weight of the food.
cutting off a very thin layer of peel
When doubling a recipe, you never need to adjust the cooking time.
True
False
Which is not a unit of measurement used in recipes?
inches
grams
teaspoons
none of the above
Dry measuring cups are used to measure ingredients such as jam, yogurt, and peanut butter.
True
False
Dredging, dusting, and blanching are all coating techniques.
True
False
Which is not a function of coating?
adds texture
helps food retain moisture
adds flavor
prevents food from browning
To core is to remove a stone or seed from a fruit.
True
False
When do you need to use measuring spoons instead of cups?
to measure dry ingredients in amounts smaller than 3/4 cup
to measure dry ingredients in amounts smaller than 3/4 cup
to measure dry ingredients in amounts smaller than 1/4 cup
to mea user dry ingredients in amounts smaller than 2/3 cups
What four steps should you follow to decrease the yield of a recipe?
multiply, divide, adjust, convert
divide, adjust, convert, multiply
multiply, convert, divide, adjust
divide, multiply, convert, adjust
How are ingredients presented in a well-written recipe?
alphabetically and in exact amounts
in exact amounts in the order used
listed in order from least to greatest
listed in order from greatest to least amount used
How can you measure amounts that are not marked on your measuring cup?
use the measuring cup that comes closest to the desired amount
estimate the equivalent amount
use a combination of standard-size measures that add up to what you need
none of the above
Which is a coating technique?
dredging
cutting in
pureeing
deglazing
Which is not a step for measuring dry ingredients?
level off the top of the cup using the straight edge of a spatula
pack down flour, granulated sugar, or confectioners' sugar
lay out a piece of wax paper
pour the ingredients out of the measuring cup into the mixing container
A recipe is a set of directions for making a food or beverage.
True
False
Volume measures the heaviness of an ingredient.
True
False
Altitude does not influence cooking.
True
False
Volume is a more exact measurement than weight.
True
False
Which is a reason to change a recipe?
to be creative and try something new
to increase the yield
to substitute ingredients for health reasons
all of the above
What is the safest way to cut rounded foods on a cutting board.
cut a thin slice from the bottom so they can sit flat
cut them in half first
hold them steady with one hand
hold them firmly on the board in your hand
When is it more critical to convert measurements precisely?
when converting from Fahrenheit to Celsius
when converting from Celsius to Fahrenheit
when preparing recipes for baked goods
when preparing recipes for beverages
What is an example of a type of recipe that requires exact ingredients and precise measurements?
a recipe for fruit salad
a recipe for a vegetable stir-fry
a recipe for baked goods
all of the above
Methods for measuring solid fats include the stick method, the dry-measure method, and the wet-measure method.
True
False
What cutting technique is used to break or tear off small layers of food with a fork?
pureeing
quartering
flaking
shredding
What should you do if a recipe calls for 1 1/2 cups of cherries but the store only sells them by the pound?
calculate the equivalent
convert from customary to metric
convert from metric to customary
none of the above
A blender can be used to puree food.
True
False
Which is an ingredient that would be measured in a dry measuring cup?
orange juice
milk
water
flour
To pare is to make straight, shallow cuts with a slicing knife.
True
False
Which is not a type of measurement used in recipes?
temperature
dimensions
weight
all of the above
What is the metric system?
a system of measurement based on multiples of 1
a system of measurement based on multiples of 10
a system of measurement that is standard in the U.S.
a system of measurement based on multiples of 100
It is not possible to use international recipes because the measuring systems are different.
True
False
What is the term for dipping food briefly into boiling water, then into cold water to stop the cooking process?
blanching
clarifying
deglazing
scalding
What ingredients are easiest to change when making substitutions in recipes for baked goods?
nonessential ingredients, such as using walnuts instead of raisins
basic ingredients, such as using raisins instead of walnuts
basic ingredients, such as using whole-wheat flout instead of cake flour
none of the above
Which is not a knife cutting technique?
grinding
paring
cubing
scoring
Most recipes do not describe container sizes and types, because experienced cooks know which ones to use.
True
False
To vent is to leave an opening in a container so steam can escape during cooking.
True
False
In the customary system, a fluid ounce is a measure of volume.
True
False
What is the altitude that most recipes are developed for?
sea level
30,000 feet or below
5,000 feet or below
3,000 feet or below
At high altitudes, water boils at a lower temperature.
True
False
Which is not a step for measuring liquids?
Hold the measuring cup over the mixing bowl
bend down to check the measurement at eye level
pour the liquid into the measuring cup
none of the above
What does it mean to reduce?
to dip food briefly into boiling water and then into cold water to stop the cooking process
to make a liquid clear by removing solid particles
to heat liquid to just below the boiling point
to simmer a mixture in order to evaporate the liquid and intensify the flavor
What information is not typically included in a recipe?
yield
container size and type
ingredients
converted measurements
What food preparation technique do you use when you make a cup of herbal tea?
vent
blanch
steep
marinate
Which is not a method for measuring solid fats?
dry-measure method
wet-measure method
stick method
water-displacement method
What does it mean to snip?
to cut food into small pieces with kitchen shears
to divide a food into four equal pieces
to cut food into small pieces by rubbing it against the surface of a grater
to cut food into small pieces with a knife
Which is not a form of mixing?
dredging
creaming
kneading
whipping
To whip is to beat quickly and vigorously to incorporate air into a mixture.
True
False
To baste is to coat a food with a liquid that forms a glossy finish.
True
False
Foods such as cheese and carrots are often grated or shredded.
True
False
A dash or a pinch is equivalent to one tablespoon.
True
False
What is the difference in volume between a cup of popcorn and a cup of brown rice?
the popcorn has less volume
the popcorn has greater volume
there is no difference
the brown rice has greater volume
What aspects of a recipe may change when you substitute ingredients?
nutritional value
appearance
taste
all of the above
To cream is to work a dough to combine ingredients and make it soft and springy.
True
False
In the customary system, a dry ounce s a measurement of weight.
True
False
To score is to cut off a very thin layer of peel.
True
False
Which is a way that altitude affects cooking?
water boils at a lower temperature
gas bubbles escape from liquids more slowly
water boils at a higher temperature
none of the above
The metric system is the system of measurement used in the United States.
True
False
Abbreviation for teaspoon.
gal
t or tsp
T or tbsp
L
Abbreviation for tablespoon.
T or tbsp
t or tsp
oz
hr
Abbreviation for cup.
lb
g
c
in
Abbreviation for quart.
qt
gal
in
hr
Abbreviation for ounce.
g
L
c
oz
Abbreviation for pound.
lb or #
t or tsp
T or tbsp
gal
Abbreviation for gallon.
gal
g
L
hr
Abbreviation for inch.
gal
hr
t or tsp
in
Abbreviation for minute.
in
hr
T or tbsp
min
Abbreviation for hour.
hr
min
gal
g
Abbreviation for gram.
g
gal
hr
min
Abbreviation for liter.
L or lt
qt
oz
lb
____ teaspoons = 1 tablespoon
4
2
1
3
__ tablespoon = 1/4 cup
4
2
3
1
__ ounces = 1 cup
16
8
4
10
__ ounces = 1 pound
16
8
4
10
__ cups = 1 pint
4
2
1
6
__ pints = 1 quart
2
4
6
8
__ quarts = 1 gallon
2
4
6
8
__ cup = 1 stick of butter
1/2
1/4
1
2
__ tablespoon = 1 cup
10
12
14
16
__ cup = 1 pound of butter
1/2
2
4
6
