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Kitchen Safety and Sanitation- middle school

Total questions: 24

Worksheet time: 12mins

Name
Class
Date
1.

What is the proper temperature for storing perishable foods in the refrigerator?

a)

Above 40°F (4°C)

b)

Below 40°F (4°C)

c)

Below 32°F (0°C)

d)

Room temperature

2.

Which of the following is safest way to thaw frozen meat?

a)

Thawing in the refrigerator

b)

thawing on the floor

c)

Thawing on the counter

d)

Thawing in the sink

3.

What should you do if you cut yourself while using a knife?

a)

Rub dirt on the cut to prevent infection.

b)

Ignore the cut and continue using the knife.

c)

Apply a tourniquet to stop the bleeding.

d)

Apply pressure to stop the bleeding and clean the cut with soap and water.

4.

What is cross-contamination?

a)

The spread of viruses or other pathogens through the air.

b)

Transfer of harmful bacteria or other microorganisms from one surface or food to another.

c)

The process of removing bacteria or other microorganisms from a surface or food.

d)

Transfer of beneficial bacteria or other microorganisms from one surface or food to another.

5.

How often should you clean and sanitize kitchen surfaces?

a)

weekly

b)

daily

c)

monthly

d)

yearly

6.

Which of the following is NOT a good practice for personal hygiene in the kitchen?

a)

tying back your hair

b)

washing hands

c)

Not washing hands before handling food

d)

wearing an apron

7.

What should you do if you see a grease fire in the kitchen?

a)

Pour water on the fire

b)

Fan the flames to put out the fire

c)

Throw more grease on the fire

d)

Turn off the heat source, cover the fire, and smother the flames with baking soda or a fire extinguisher.

8.

Why is it important to wash fruits and vegetables before using them?

a)

To enhance the flavor of the fruits and vegetables.

b)

To make them look more appealing.

c)

To increase their shelf life.

d)

To remove dirt, bacteria, and pesticides.

9.

Which of the following are types of food poisoning?

a)

Strep throat

b)

the stomach bug

c)

E coli

d)

ricketts

10.

Which of the following is not a safe item to pick up hot pots and pans with?

a)

oven mitts

b)

a pot holder

c)

Wet oven mitts

11.

What should you do if you accidentally spill a liquid on the floor?

a)

Spread the spill around to make it less noticeable.

b)

Leave the spill and hope someone else cleans it up.

c)

Clean up the spill immediately.

d)

Ignore the spill and continue walking.

12.

Why is it important to separate raw and cooked foods?

a)

To save time in the cooking process.

b)

To make the food look more visually appealing.

c)

To enhance the flavor of the food.

d)

To prevent cross-contamination and reduce the risk of foodborne illnesses.

13.

What is safer- a dull knife or a sharp knife?

a)

a dull knife

b)

a sharp knife

c)

neither

d)

both

14.

Why is it important to use separate cutting boards for raw meat and vegetables?

a)

To make the kitchen look more organized.

b)

To save time and effort in cleaning up.

c)

To add more flavor to the food.

d)

To prevent cross-contamination and reduce the risk of foodborne illnesses.

15.

What is the proper way to wash your hands before handling food?

a)

Wash with cold water for 5 seconds

b)

Wash with warm water and soap for at least 20 seconds

c)

Wash with water only

d)

Wipe hands on a towel

16.

What is the safest way to remove a lid from a pot of boiling water?

a)

Open the lid and check the steam level

b)

lift the lid towards you like a shield allowing the steam to escape away from you

c)

with your bare hands

d)

you do not need a lid to boil water

17.

True or False: Electrical shock is not a risk in the kitchen

a)

true

b)

false

18.

What is the safest way to wash a knife?

a)

place it in the sink and wash

b)

Put it back in the drawer it is probably not that dirty

c)

first or last

d)

in a dishwasher only

19.

What is the temperature danger zone for food?

a)

30-120 degrees F

b)

20-130 degrees F

c)

40-140 degrees F

d)

less than 45 degrees

20.

What items do not belong in a microwave?

a)

a metal spoon

b)

tin foil

c)

ceramic bowl

d)

glass measuring cup

21.

What can you do to prevent accidents in the kitchen

a)

use non slip rugs

b)

store heavy items on the top shelf

c)

place knives in sink to wash

d)

wear loose baggy clothing

22.

What should you do if you break a glass in our kitchen at school?

a)

clean it up right away

b)

grab the broom

c)

yell loudly

d)

tell the teacher so it can be cleaned up properly

23.

True or False: Every kitchen is organized similarly with labels and signs

a)

true

b)

false

24.

What is expected of me in the kitchen

a)

stay in my kitchen space only

b)

ask my group mates for help before asking my teacher

c)

following all directions

d)

no goofing around