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Unit Test: Nutrition & Kitchen basics

Total questions: 42

Worksheet time: 27mins

Name
Class
Date
1.

The four standard measuring cups are

a)

1/4, 1/3, 1/2 and 2/3 cup

b)

1/4, 1/3, 3/4 and 1 cup

c)

1/4, 2/3, 1/2 and 1 cup

d)

1/4, 1/3, 1/2 and 1 cup

2.

3 teaspoons is equal to ___ T

a)

1

b)

2

c)

3

d)

4

3.

1/4 cup is equal to ____ T

a)

1

b)

2

c)

3

d)

4

4.

Vanilla extract should be measured using a...

a)

liquid measuring cup

b)

dry measuring cup

c)

measuring spoons

5.

When measuring dry ingredients, you must always remember to be sure to:

a)

heap extra on top

b)

level the measure to remove excess

c)

not fill the measuring up to the very top

6.

Your recipe calls for 3/4 cup of brown rice. What will you use to measure it?

a)

liquid measuring cup

b)

measuring spoons

c)

dry measuring cup

d)

I have no idea

7.

Olive oil, vinegar, and water all need to be measured using a:

a)

measuring spoon

b)

dry measuring up

c)

water pitcher

d)

liquid measuring cup

8.

How long is a safe handwashing?

a)

10 seconds

b)

20 seconds

c)

40 seconds

d)

1 minute

9.

What Is a Macro Nutrient

a)

Vitamins and Minerals

b)

Nutrients that your body requires high quantities of to function properly

c)

Nutrients found in sports supplements

d)

Amino Acids

10.

What is a Micro Nutrient?

a)

Amino Acids

b)

Animal Protiens

c)

Nutrients required in small quantities to function properly

d)

Nutrients required in small quantities that produce ATP

11.

There are two types of proteins. Select the two that are essential for our body.

a)

simple

b)

complete

c)

complex

d)

saturated

e)

incomplete

12.

This complex carbohydrate is needed for proper digestion. It is called ....

a)

fiber

b)

minerals

c)

fat

d)

cholesterol

13.

The unit of measurement used to determine the amount of energy released when nutrients are broken down.

a)

metabolism

b)

calorie

c)

appetite

d)

nutrition

14.

Select the nutrients that provide our bodies with calories.

a)

minerals

b)

carbohydrates

c)

vitamins

d)

fats

e)

proteins

15.

What nutrient supplies instant energy for our bodies?

a)

carbohydrates

b)

fats

c)

proteins

d)

vitamins

e)

minerals

16.

Unsaturated and saturated are terms related to which nutrient?

a)

carbohydrates

b)

fats

c)

proteins

d)

vitamins

e)

minerals

17.

This nutrient is found in rocks and soil. It is needed in small quantities in our daily diet. What is this called?

a)

vitamin

b)

water

c)

mineral

18.

This nutrients provides insulation, helps to maintain body temperature, and can protect our nerves. It is called....

a)

carbohydrates

b)

fats

c)

proteins

19.

This protein contains all the amino acids that our bodies need. It is called ....

a)

a complete protein

b)

an incomplete protein

c)

a complex protein

d)

a simple protein

20.

Some examples of simple carbohydrates are ....

a)

candy

b)

whole grain pasta

c)

whole grain cereal

d)

fruit

e)

desserts

21.

Some examples of complex carbohydrates are .....

a)

whole grain bread

b)

candy

c)

whole grain pasta

d)

brown rice

e)

desserts

22.
Parts of a well written recipe?
a)
title and ingredients
b)
directions and temperature
c)
Yield 
d)
All of the above
23.
What is this kitchen tool?
a)
colander
b)
basting brush
c)
paring knife
d)
sifter
24.
What is this kitchen tool?
a)
pot holders
b)
oven mitts
c)
cheese grater
d)
basting brush
25.
What is this kitchen tool?
a)
tongs
b)
oven mitts
c)
baking sheet
d)
muffin pan
26.
What is the function of this kitchen tool?
a)
Used to measure small amounts of ingredients.
b)
Used to grab and drain liquid from pasta
c)
Used to cut small foods
d)
Used to measure liquid ingredients only.
27.
What is the function of this kitchen tool?
a)
Used to combine ingredients. This helps to add air to a mixture.
b)
Used to roll out dough to make it flat.
c)
Used to cut small foods.
d)
Used to measure small amounts of ingredients.
28.

What is the abbreviation for cup?

a)

c

b)

Cup

c)

oz

d)

cp

29.

What is the abbreviation for ounce?

a)

oc

b)

oz

c)

o

d)

oun

30.

Tablespoon can be abbreviated which two ways

a)

TBSP

b)

T

c)

Tsp

d)

Tblspn

e)

tbsp

31.

teaspoon can be abbreviated which two ways

a)

TSPN

b)

t

c)

tsp

d)

TSP

e)

tspn

32.

Half of 1 cup of sugar is

a)

1/3

b)

1/2

c)

1/4

d)

1 1/2

33.

Half of 1/2 teaspoon of baking soda is

a)

1/3

b)

1/4

c)

3/4

d)

1

34.
Correct or incorrect--If you measured your brown sugar correctly it will look like this.
a)
Correct
b)
Incorrect
35.

If you are cutting 1 cup in half, what would the new measurement be?

a)

1/4 c

b)

1/8 c

c)

1/2 c

d)

1 c

36.
The purpose of carbohydrates is:
a)
to provide a layer of insulation for protection.
b)
to boost the immune system and fight off infection.
c)
to provide the body with energy.
d)
to help us get a good night's rest.
37.
Which of the following statements describes portion control?
a)
Eating what restaurants typically serve us.
b)
Following the serving size on a food label.
c)
Eating only what you like so you don't waste calories.
d)
Choosing one food group for the day and only eating that.
38.
What does saturated fat do?
a)
Help with digestion of food.
b)
Provide quick bursts of energy.
c)
Provides us with essential nutrients.
d)
Raise cholesterol.
39.
Water
a)
Gives us energy
b)
Helps body to absorb fat
c)
Carries nutrients around body
d)
Is not a nutrient
40.
How does calcium help our body?
a)
Builds muscle
b)
Helps eyesight
c)
Develops red blood cells
d)
Builds strong bones
41.
Which one of these is considered the "good fats" that we get from foods?
a)
Unsaturated Fat
b)
Trans Fat
c)
Saturated 
d)
Carbs
42.
How can you tell what the main ingredient in a food is?
a)
the first ingredient on the food label
b)
the last ingredient on the food lable
c)
the one with the highest percentage
d)
the amount of calories