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SUMMER TERM HOME ECONOMICS YEAR 8 REVISION BOOK

Total questions: 140

Worksheet time: 1hrs 11mins

Name
Class
Date
1.

WHAT TYPE OF FAMILY RESOURCES IS THE PICTURE

a)

MATERIAL RESOURCES

b)

NON-MATERIAL RESOURCES

c)

HUMAN RESOURCES

2.

Tangible assets such as house and lot, furniture and appliances, jewelry, automobiles, and cash.

a)

HUMAN RESOURCES

b)

MATERIAL RESOURCES

c)

NON-MATERIAL RESOURCES

3.

Serves as protection against natural threats, such as extreme weather and dangerous creatures, and even as security against human beings.

a)

FOOD

b)

CAR

c)

SHELTER

4.

Groceries, raw, cooked food, staples, condiments, and spices are what component of family’s budget allocation?

a)

Clothing

b)

EDUCATION

c)

FOOD

d)

SHELTER

5.

Tuition fees, books, daily food, transportation allowance of children are example of?

a)

Food

b)

Utilities

c)

Health

d)

Education

6.

Intangible resources such as time, health, and experiences

a)

Material resources

b)

Human resources

c)

Non-material Resources

d)

Family reources

7.

Amount of money set aside or deposited in bank.

a)

Food

b)

Health

c)

Savings

d)

Education

8.

The Mariano family has a vegetable garden in their backyard. Excess harvests are sold in the neighborhood which is a good source for _____ income

a)

Material Income

b)

Psychic

c)

Real

d)

Supplementary Income

9.

Human resources are those which refer to family members and what each one possesses.

a)

TRUE

b)

FALSE

10.

Non-human resources are things and elements which are available to the family and to everyone.

a)

TRUE

b)

FALSE

11.

Which of the following is a non- material resources

a)

a. Intelligence

b)

b. Health

c)

c. Jewelry

12.

Which of the following is a material resources

a)

a. Strength

b)

b. money

c)

c. health

13.

Skills is what kind of resources?

a)

a. Material resources

b)

b. Non- Material resources

c)

c. Human Resources

14.

Plants is what kind of resources?

a)

a. Material resources

b)

b. Non- Material resources

c)

c. Human Resources

15.

Knowledge doesn’t include facts and information.

a)

TRUE

b)

FALSE

16.

Money is the purchasing power that helps one acquire his needs.

a)

TRUE

b)

FALSE

17.

A ___________ include anything tangible or intangible that helps provide for the needs of its members.

a)

a. Family’s resources

b)

b. Income

c)

c. Salary

d)

d. Wages

18.

Resources that includes everything owned by the family like house and lot, appliances, and jewelry are___________.

a)

a. Non-material resources

b)

b. Resources

c)

c. Material resources

d)

d. Human Resources

19.
The first step in making a decision is to: 
a)
A. Brainstorm possible solution
b)

B. State the problem or situation

c)
C. Consider the consequences
d)
D. Evaluate the decision
20.
The decision-making model will help you to:  
a)
make perfect decisions
b)
make more responsible decisions
c)
help you to make impulsive decisions
d)
avoid responsible decisions
21.
Consequences are always bad: 
a)
A. True
b)
B. False
22.
The second step of decision making is
a)

List your possible choices

b)
Outline the consequences
c)
Identify the problem
d)
Make the decision
23.

The process of making a choice or solving a problem.

a)

Decision Making

b)

Experience

c)

Integrity

d)

Values

24.
Jake has a history test on Friday. On Thursday night Jake's friend asks him to go to the movies. Jake lists the positives and negative outcomes of each choice. Which step in the decision-making process is this?
a)
A. Evaluate the decision
b)
B. Describe the situation
c)
C. Consider the consequences
d)
D. Explore the options
25.

How many steps does the decision-making process have?

a)

4

b)

6

c)

10

d)

12

26.

We need _____________ for our body to grow well and stay healthy.

a)

teeth

b)

nutrients

c)

food

d)

sleep

27.

Our body uses _____________ to carry out daily activities.

a)

energy

b)

hands

c)

nutrients

d)

protein

28.

What nutrients do different types of food have?

a)

carbohydrates and vitamins

b)

protein and carbohydrates

c)

fats, vitamins and minerals

d)

fats, vitamins and minerals, protein, carbohydrates

29.

__________________ are energy giving foods.

a)

minerals

b)

fats

c)

carbohydrates

d)

protein

30.

What nutrient keeps our body warm?

a)

fat

b)

protein

c)

fruits and vegetables

d)

carbohydrates

31.

Tick all foods that belong to the Protein Food Group.

a)
b)
c)
d)
e)
32.

Water makes up more than half of our body.

a)

True

b)

False

33.

How much water does our body have?

a)

50%

b)

90%

c)

75%

d)

100%

34.

Tick all the foods that belong to the Carbohydrates Food Group.

a)
b)
c)
d)
e)
35.

We have ____________ milk teeth.

a)

twenty-five

b)

20

c)

thirty

d)

35

36.

The Essential Nutrients are:

1.) Vitamins and Minerals

2.) Fats

3.) Proteins

4.) (a)  

5.) Fiber

6.) Water


Choose from the below words
Carbohydrates
Vegetables
Grains
Fruits
37.

This bread contains . . .

a)

carbohydrate

b)

fat

38.

This juice contains . . .

a)

protein

b)

vitamin

39.

This cheese contains . . .

a)

protein

b)

carbohydrate

40.

This Soybean contains . . .

a)

protein

b)

carbohydrate

41.

This milk contains . . .

a)

carbohydrate

b)

protein

42.

this banana contains . . .

a)

vitamin

b)

protein

43.

this fatty meat contains . . .

a)

protein

b)

fat

44.

this butter contains . . .

a)

vitamin

b)

fat

45.

What is a carbohydrate?

a)

Fish

b)

Rice

c)

Melon

d)

Meat

46.

Eggs are...

a)

Proteins

b)

Carbohydrates

c)

Fats

d)

Oils

47.

Which of the following nutrients provides energy to the body?

a)

carbohydrates

b)

vitamins

c)

water

d)

minerals

48.

Which of the following nutrients is important for body, cell, and muscle growth and repair?

a)

vitamins

b)

fats

c)

proteins

d)

carbohydrates

49.
This nutrient makes up 75% of your body:
a)
water
b)
vitamin A
c)
carbohydrates 
d)
protein 
50.
You need to drink only two glasses of water every day.
a)
True
b)
False
51.

Yogurt belongs to what food group?

a)

Dairy

b)

Protein

52.

One half of your plate should be

a)

Protein

b)

Dairy

c)

Grains

d)

Fruits and Vegetables

53.

Which mineral helps build strong bones and teeth? (found in milk)

a)

Potassium

b)

Calcium

c)

Iron

d)

None

54.
Which of the following are used to build muscles and used for energy?
a)
Carbohydrates
b)
Protein
c)
Water
d)
Fats
55.

To be healthy we have to...

a)

eat junk food.

b)

sleep all day.

c)

do exercise, eat healthy and rest.

d)

watch TV all day.

56.

With regards to food hygiene, what are ‘the 4 C’s’? (choose 4)

a)

cleaning

b)

clothing

c)

cooking

d)

chilling

e)

cross contamination

57.

Why is cleaning the kitchen important?

a)

To make sure the food is well cooked

b)

To ensure the food room is at a cool temperature

c)

To increase the number of bacteria in the kitchen

d)

To keep food safe and prevent bacteria from spreading

58.

Which of the following would NOT be an aspect of personal hygiene?

a)

Hands

b)

Hair

c)

Kitchen surface

d)

Clothes

59.

At what temperature should hot food be served above?

a)

25ºC

b)

55ºC

c)

63ºC

d)

75ºC

60.

What is the minimum core temperature which will ensure most bacteria is destroyed when cooking?

a)

55ºC

b)

63ºC

c)

75ºC

d)

100ºC

61.

Which of the following is true about leftovers?

a)

They should not be eaten as they give you food poisoning.

b)

They should be cooled as quickly as possible and refrigerated.

62.

Between which temperatures is known as the bacterial ‘danger zone’?

a)

0ºC – 100ºC

b)

5ºC – 63ºC

c)

20ºC – 100ºC

d)

25ºC – 50ºC

63.

In a refrigerator, cooked food should be stored above raw food.

a)

True, cooked food should be above raw food.

b)

False, cooked food should be below raw food.

64.

Which of the following best describes ‘cross-contamination’?

a)

Bacteria is transferred from one area to another

b)

Bacteria is reduced through cooling

c)

Bacteria is increased by heating

d)

Bacteria is removed through cleaning

65.

Which of the following reduces the risk of cross-contamination?

a)

Wash meat before cooking it

b)

Store raw meat next to cooked food

c)

Use the same chopping board for raw meat and cooked food

d)

Keep raw meat in sealed containers at the bottom of the fridge

66.

Leftover food can be re-heated, but it must be at least 75 degrees.

a)

True

b)

False

67.

What food should be stored at the lowest level of the fridge?

a)

Raw eggs

b)

Raw vegetables

c)

Raw meat

d)

Cooked meat

68.

A fridge must be set to ...

a)

no more than -1 degree

b)

no more than 1 degree

c)

no more than 3 degrees

d)

no more than 5 degrees

69.

Cross contamination can be caused by which of the following?

a)

Pets

b)

Uncleaned chopping boards

c)

rubbish

d)

all of these

70.

Cross contamination is when ...

a)

Bacteria from one source is transferred to food.

b)

Fungus from bread mould is put in your mouth.

c)

Microbiobials from raw meat are ingested by people.

d)

People handle raw meat and then handle other foods after washing their hands.

71.

This is an example of what type of Kitchen?

a)

One Wall

b)

L Shaped

c)

Corridor / Galley

d)

U Shaped

e)

Island

72.

This is an example of what type of Kitchen?

a)

One Wall

b)

L Shaped

c)

Corridor / Galley

d)

U Shaped

e)

Island

73.

This is an example of what type of Kitchen?

a)

One Wall

b)

L Shaped

c)

Corridor / Galley

d)

U Shaped

e)

Island

74.

This is an example of what type of Kitchen?

a)

One Wall

b)

L Shaped

c)

Corridor / Galley

d)

U Shaped

e)

Island

75.

This is an example of what type of Kitchen?

a)

Peninsula

b)

Double L

c)

Corridor / Galley

d)

U Shaped

e)

Island

76.

This is an example of what type of Kitchen?

a)

Peninsula

b)

Double L

c)

Corridor / Galley

d)

G Shaped

e)

Island

77.

This is an example of what type of Kitchen?

a)

Peninsula

b)

Double L

c)

Corridor / Galley

d)

G Shaped

e)

Island

78.

This is an example of what type of Kitchen?

a)

Peninsula

b)

Double L

c)

Corridor / Galley

d)

G Shaped

e)

Island

79.

The sum of the work triangle’s three sides should not exceed _____ ?

a)

20'

b)

22'

c)

20m

d)

20"

e)

22"

80.

Each leg should measure between ____ and ____ feet.

a)

4 and 6 feet

b)

4 and 9 feet

c)

5 and 9 feet

d)

5 and 8 feet

e)

4 and 8 feet

81.

is the heart of the room, where many families spend most of their time together.

a)

kitchen

b)

kitchen layout

82.

It is a room used for cooking and food preparation.

a)

kitchen

b)

kitchen layout

83.

A ________ is more than a layout of your kitchen.

a)

kitchen

b)

kitchen layout

84.

It is a blueprint on how your kitchen will function in general.

a)

kitchen

b)

kitchen layout

85.

Your refrigerator and pantry are the major items here.

a)

the preparation/cooking station

b)

the cleaning station

c)

the food storage station

86.

Your range, microwave oven, and smaller appliances are found in this area.

a)

the preparation/cooking station

b)

the cleaning station

c)

the food storage station

87.

Counter space is important in this section.

a)

the preparation/cooking station

b)

the cleaning station

c)

the food storage station

88.

This area is home to the sink, waste disposal, and dishwasher.

a)

the preparation/cooking station

b)

the cleaning station

c)

the food storage station

89.

This requires three full walls of the room.

a)

u-shaped kitchen

b)

l-shaped kitchen

c)

single-line kitchen

d)

galley kitchen

e)

island kitchen

90.

This shape is ideal for a large family or for people who take their food preparation very seriously.

a)

u-shaped kitchen

b)

l-shaped kitchen

c)

single-line kitchen

d)

galley kitchen

e)

island kitchen

91.

This layout plan is nice for a kitchen where a lot of entertaining might be done.

a)

u-shaped kitchen

b)

l-shaped kitchen

c)

single-line kitchen

d)

galley kitchen

e)

island kitchen

92.

This shape is also nice if you do not have a separate dining room and an eat-in kitchen.

a)

u-shaped kitchen

b)

l-shaped kitchen

c)

single-line kitchen

d)

galley kitchen

e)

island kitchen

93.

This is not the most efficient, however, as the user must walk from one end to the other many times to prepare a meal.

a)

u-shaped kitchen

b)

l-shaped kitchen

c)

single-line kitchen

d)

galley kitchen

e)

island kitchen

94.

is a good efficient use of space, and is one of many professional chefs tend to prefer.

a)

u-shaped kitchen

b)

l-shaped kitchen

c)

single-line kitchen

d)

galley kitchen

e)

island kitchen

95.

has two rows, but is usually not open at both ends.

a)

u-shaped kitchen

b)

l-shaped kitchen

c)

single-line kitchen

d)

galley kitchen

e)

island kitchen

96.

This layout plan will feature an independent island that can face the living room or dining area, allowing socialization between the rooms.

a)

u-shaped kitchen

b)

l-shaped kitchen

c)

single-line kitchen

d)

galley kitchen

e)

island kitchen

97.
Name this utensil...
a)
Drainer
b)
Strainer
c)
Colander
d)
Cooling Rack
98.
Name this utensil...
a)
Dry Measuring Cup
b)
Measuring Cup
c)
Liquid Measuring Cup
d)
Bowl
99.
Name this utensil...
a)
Dry Measuring Cup
b)
Measuring Cup
c)
Liquid Measuring Cup
d)
Bowl
100.
Name this utensil...
a)
Cooling Rack
b)
Cutting Board
c)
Whisk
d)
Turner
101.
Name this utensil...
a)
Liquid Measuring Cup
b)
Measuring Glass
c)
Grater
d)
Ladle
102.
Name this utensil...
a)
Spoons
b)
Peeler
c)
Measuring spoons
d)
Slotted Spoons
103.
Name this utensil...
a)
Tongs
b)
Kitchen Shears
c)
Slotted Spoons
d)
Mixing Spoons
104.
Name this utensil...
a)
Sifter
b)
Mixing Spoon
c)
Rubber Spatula
d)
Tuner
105.
Name this utensil...
a)
Sifter
b)
Rotary Beater
c)
Mixing Spoon
d)
Slotted Spoon
106.
What is this item?
a)
Measuring cup
b)
Dry measuring cup
c)
Liquid Measuring cup
d)
Cup
107.
What is the correct name for this item?
a)
Spoons
b)
Measuring Spoons
c)
Dry measuring spoons
d)
Liquid measuring spoons
108.
What is the name of this kitchen tool?
a)
Turner
b)
Sifter
c)
Measuring equipment
109.
What is this item?
a)
Mixer
b)
Pastry Blender
c)
Blender
110.
What is this item?
a)
Tweezers
b)
Tongs
c)
Grabbers
111.

........ Food do not spoil easily

a)

Edible

b)

Non- edible

c)

Perishable

d)

Non-perishable

112.

The process of buying food in large quantities is called

a)

Hire purchasing

b)

Wise purchasing

c)

Cheap purchasing

d)

Bulk purchasing

113.

Food that can spoil easily are said to be

a)

Non perishable

b)

Perishable

c)

Bad

d)

Good

114.

Raw meat should be stored in the

a)

Refrigerator compartment

b)

Vegetable crisper

c)

Freezer compartment.

d)

Middle shelf.

115.

The process of keeping food cold in storage is called

a)

Cooling

b)

Chilling

c)

Refrigeration

d)

Processing

116.

Which of the following food is perishable

a)

Rice

b)

Beans

c)

Meat

d)

Flours

117.

Maize can be stored for very long periods in.......... plastic containers.

a)

Light weight

b)

Bright

c)

Air- tight

d)

Thick

118.

........can destroy maize or beans in storage

a)

Cold

b)

Heat

c)

Housefiles

d)

Weevils

119.

A type of food that do not require refrigeration. They are light in weight and take up less storage space.

a)

Frozen foods

b)

Dried foods

c)

Canned foods

d)

Fresh foods

120.

It must be stored in the freezer in useable quantities.

a)

Frozen foods

b)

Dried foods

c)

Canned foods

d)

Fresh foods

121.

Which processing method has the longest shelf life?

a)

Canning

b)

Dehydration

c)

Fermentation

d)

Freezing

e)

Pasteurization

122.

Why would someone want to use fermentation?

a)

To preserve the food

b)

To extend the shelf life

c)

To protect the food from harmful microbes

d)

To change the flavor of the food, or change it into a different type of food

123.

Which of these are ways we process food?

a)

Dehydration

b)

Freezing

c)

Canning

d)

Pastuerization

e)

Fermentation

124.

Why would we choose to pasteurize foods?

a)

To prevent the food from spoiling

b)

To extend the shelf life

c)

To protect the food from harmful microbes

d)

Change the food into different product for consumption

125.

Why are some foods processed using dehydration?

a)

To prevent the food from spoiling

b)

To extend the shelf life

c)

To protect the food from harmful microbes

d)

Change the food into different product for consumption

126.

Food processing includes anything that changes a food's original form.

a)

True

b)

False

127.

All of these are disadvantages of processing foods EXCEPT

a)

contain additives

b)

nutrient loss

c)

often fortified

d)

inferior taste, color, and texture

128.

Why is food preservation important ?

a)

to make food taste better

b)

to extend the shelf life of the food product

c)

to change the texture or flavour of the food.

129.

Which of the following methods can be used for the storage/preservation of the above food products? Tick ALL possible answers.

a)

drying

b)

freezing

c)

dry storage

130.

which of the following is NOT a method of food preservation?

a)
b)
c)
d)
131.

What food preservation technique has been used here?

a)

Freezing.

b)

Drying

c)

Salting

132.

Eating spoiled food causes

a)

Malaria

b)

Food poisoning

c)

Typhoid

133.

What ingredients are used to alter pH levels?

a)

salt, sugar, oil

b)

salt, sugar, vinegar, lemon juice

c)

vinegar, lemon, pepper

134.

The addition of salt to a food product is to:

a)

retard the microorganisms and preserve food product

b)

speed up food spoilage

c)

flavour

135.

This refers to the processes you use to prepare food for safe, long-term storage, whether you plan to use it at home, for prep in a commercial kitchen, or to sell directly to consumers.

a)

Food Technology

b)

Food Innovation

c)

Food Preservation

d)

Food Science

136.

Which is not a method of Food Preservation?

a)

Mixing

b)

Salting

c)

Canning

d)

Freezing

137.

The main reason for preserving food is to :

a)

Improve its colour and taste

b)

Increase its shelf life

c)

Make costly food available

d)

Change its texture

138.

Preservation of food means :

a)

To keep food safe

b)

To retain quality of food

c)

To prevent decomposition of food

d)

All the above

139.

Food spoilage is due to...

a)

Micro-organisms and toxin produced

b)

Microorganisms and excess production

c)

Enzymes an excess production

d)

All the above

140.

When food decomposes it

a)

means you can eat it

b)

means food can safely be eaten in a month's time

c)

means food breaks down and rots

d)

means that nothing changes