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3.03 Grains

Total questions: 17

Worksheet time: 9mins

Name
Class
Date
1.

Which is the BEST example of a high fiber product?

a)

shredded whole-wheat cereal

b)

hamburger bun

c)

flour tortilla

d)

banana

2.

Millet and amaranth are examples of:

a)

refined grains

b)

pastas

c)

ancient grains

d)

breakfast cereals

3.

Robert wants to serve a whole grain side dish. Which dish should he consider?

a)

brown rice

b)

pasta

c)

couscous

d)

white bread

4.

In order to yield 3 cups of cooked rice, how much uncooked rice should be used?

a)

6 cups

b)

3 cups

c)

2 cups

d)

1 cup

5.

Which part of the grain kernel contains B vitamins and fiber?

a)

starch

b)

germ

c)

bran

d)

endosperm

6.

Jeff needs 4 cups of cooked macaroni for his pasta salad. How many cups of DRIED pasta should he use (to get 4 cups cooked pasta)?

a)

1 cup

b)

2 cups

c)

4 cups

d)

6 cups

7.

When cooking rice, bring the water to a boil, add the rice, then:

a)

cover and reduce to a simmer for 20 minutes or until the water is absorbed

b)

leave uncovered and reduce to a simmer for 20 minutes or until the water is absorbed

c)

cover and boil for 20 minutes

d)

leave uncovered and boil for 20 minutes

8.

Compared to instant oatmeal, steel-cut oats:

a)

require heavier processing

b)

should only be cooked with milk

c)

are less nutritious

d)

require more cooking time

9.

How should COOKED grains be stored for food safety?

a)

in a loosely sealed container

b)

in the freezer

c)

in a sealed container in the refrigerator

d)

in a cool, dry place

10.

Which part of the grain kernel serves as the food supply for a new plant?

a)

germ

b)

bran

c)

fiber

d)

endosperm

11.

When preparing rice, which would be a recommended cooking practice?

a)

stir the rice frequently as it cooks

b)

fluff the rice with a fork after cooking it

c)

allow the rice to boil for 10 minutes

d)

cook the rice in an uncovered pot

12.

Which is an example of a WHOLE GRAIN product?

a)

all-purpose flour

b)

white rice

c)

pasta

d)

oatmeal

13.

Which grain product is made from adding eggs to flour and water?

a)

cornstarch

b)

noodles

c)

hominy

d)

oatmeal

14.

An example of a grain is

a)

sunflower seeds

b)

wheat, rice, and oats

c)

citrus and berries

d)

flower and stem vegetables

15.

Grains can be found in

a)

cereal and bread

b)

ice cream

c)

fruits

d)

vegetables

16.

Grains must be stored in sealed, plastic (or glass) containers to avoid:

a)

ants

b)

weevils

c)

moths

d)

earwigs

17.

Grits are made from

a)

barley

b)

blueberries

c)

corn

d)

oats