WorksheetsFACS Meal Preparation, Food Shopping, & Safety/Sanitation
Total questions: 30
Worksheet time: 15mins
Eating several small meals throughout the day.
Staple
Graze
Meal Pattern
What is a meal pattern?
The way a person typically groups food choices into meals and snacks.
The way food is arranged attractively on a plate.
The way a place setting is arranged on a table.
Prepared or partially prepared foods.
Staple
Produce
Convenience Foods
A food you are likely to use often such as milk, eggs, pasta, rice, or bread.
Produce
Impulse Purchase
Staple
Comparing prices of different forms, container sizes, and brands to get the best value for your money.
Unit Price
Comparison Shopping
Impulse Purchase
The price per ounce, pound, or other unit of measure.
Unit Price
Impulse Purchase
Overall Price
An unnecessary item bought without much thought.
Retail Therapy
Shopping
Impulse Purchase
Which is NOT an example of produce?
Strawberries
Chicken
Potato
Which type of food product dating refers to the last day a food should be eaten?
Sell-by-date
Expiration date
Packed-on-Date
An illness that you can get from food that has been contaminated or spoiled is known as what?
A virus
A pathogen
A foodborne illness
What is it called when bacteria are transferred from one food or surface to another?
Cross-Pollination
Cross-Contamination
Inter-Contamination
What are the possible consequences of skipping meals?
Fatigue and poor concentration
Nosebleeds
Better concentration
Which of the following is the most healthful snack choice?
Pepperoni Pizza
3 Cookies
Fresh or Dried Fruit
Which of the following is not a convenience food?
Prepackaged Salad
Frozen Dinner
Steak
Canned Tuna
What 5 elements make a meal more attractive and pleasing to eat?
Color, Shape, Flavor, Smell, Texture
Color, Shape, Flavor, Texture, Temperature
Color, Price, Smell, Flavor, Texture
Which Essential Nutrient provides fuel to give our bodies energy?
Carbohydrates
Fat
Protein
Which Essential Nutrient is important for growth and repairing cells (tissues, organs, muscles)?
Carbohydrates
Protein
Fat
Which Essential Nutrient builds brain cells, helps absorb vitamins, and insulates our body?
Carbohydrates
Protein
Fat
Which Essential Nutrient is found naturally in earth?
Ex: Sodium, Iron, Calcium, Potassium
Vitamins
Minerals
Water
Which Essential Nutrient is important for hair, skin, vision and regulating body functions?
Vitamins
Minerals
Water
Which Essential Nutrient regulates temperature, delivers nutrients to cells, and gets rid of waste?
Water
Vitamins
Minerals
What kind of information can you find on food labels?
The Weight of its Contents
The Name of the Food
The Nutrition Facts
All of the Above
Which of the following can you do to save money on food?
Scan newspapers for store specials
Clip coupons
Take advantage of seasonal specials
All of the above
What is the first step in preventing foodborne illness?
Sanitize
Tie hair back
Put on gloves
What two things should you do to wash produce thoroughly?
Wash with warm water and peel
Wash with cold water and use a scrub brush to remove dirt
Wash with soap and water and use a scrub brush
To avoid the "danger zone," how can frozen meat be thawed safely?
Overnight in the refrigerator
On the counter
In a sink
What is the best way to check if meat is done?
Use a meat thermometer
Take a bite
Cut it open
What tips should you follow when buying produce?
Do not buy cans that are swollen, rusted, or dented
Avoid wilted or bruised produce
Do not buy root vegetables with sprouts
All of the above
Color and odor are two things you should check for when buying what type of foods?
Chips
Meat, poultry, seafood
Beans
Which one of the food categories below is NOT part of My Plate?
Grains
Vegetables
Water
Protein
