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Home Ec Basics

Total questions: 38

Worksheet time: 42mins

Name
Class
Date
1.

Foods that are in a recipe

a)

directions

b)

ingredients

c)

time

d)

yield

2.

tells you exactly how much you need of each ingredient

a)

temperature

b)

directions

c)

pan or container

d)

amount

3.

should be clear and step by step instructions of preparing a recipe

a)

directions

b)

yield

c)

ingredients

d)

time

4.

Teaspoon

a)

T.

b)

t.

c)

tspoon

d)

tsp.

e)

t. or tsp.

5.

Tablespoon

a)

T.

b)

t.

c)

Tbspoon

d)

Tbsp.

e)

T. or Tbsp.

6.

How many teaspoons = a tablespoon?

a)

2

b)

3

c)

4

d)

16

7.

How many tablespoons are in a cup?

a)

12

b)

16

c)

18

d)

3

8.

How many liquid ounces are in a cup?

a)

2

b)

4

c)

6

d)

8

9.

What are the rules for measuring liquids?

a)

Use a liquid measuring cup

b)

Set the measuring cup on a flat, level surface.

c)

Be at eye level when reading the amount on the cup.

d)

All of the above

10.

When measuring brown sugar, you must

a)

Pack it down in the dry measuring cup

b)

Sift it to get rid of the lumps

c)

Use a liquid measuring cup

d)

None of the above

11.

Flour should always be packed when measuring.

a)

True

b)

False

12.

Measuring spoons can be used to measure both liquid AND dry ingredient.

a)

True

b)

False

13.

Which tool is recommended to measure 1 cup of milk?

a)
b)
c)
d)
14.

Which tool is recommended to measure 1 cup of sugar?

a)
b)
c)
d)
15.

Standard measuring cups come in how many sizes?

a)

5

b)

2

c)

4

d)

3

16.

The proper way to open an oven is...

a)

To stand in the front of it and open the door

b)

To stand to the side and open the door

c)

It makes no difference where you stand

17.

Is it a good idea to soak sharp knives in soapy water?

a)

Yes

b)

No

18.

The best place for pan handles is sticking out over the front of the stove where you can easily reach them.

a)

False

b)

True

19.

Is it a good idea to leave drawers and doors to the kitchen cabinets open while you are cooking so it is easy and fast to find things?

a)

No

b)

Yes

20.

Why is it important to remove clutter from the stove area and wear tight fitting clothing?

a)

To prevent things from catching on fire

b)

To make room for cooking and look your best

c)

To look professional

21.
Always cut/chop food on a __?
a)
Chair
b)
Counter
c)
Stove Top
d)
Cutting Board
22.
Never touch electrical sockets with......
a)
dry hands
b)
wet hands
c)
floury hands
23.
Wash your hands...
a)
after touching your face
b)
after touching your hair
c)
after using the restroom
d)
all choices
24.

To avoid a serious burn when handling a hot pan use a:

a)

dry pot holder

b)

dish towel

c)

a damp washcloth

d)

wet pot holder

25.

Household cleaners should be kept

a)

in clear plastic containers

b)

on the counter

c)

away from food

26.

What is one way to prevent falls?

a)

walk on a wet floor

b)

clean up your spills later

c)

clean up spills immediately

d)

use a step stool if the floor is wet

27.
 Which is an example of how you can prevent cross-contamination when preparing food?
a)
Use separate cutting boards (e.g., one for raw meat, poultry, and seafood, and one for fruits and vegetables)
b)
wash and sanitize surfaces between tasks
c)
do not place cooked or ready-to-eat food on a dish that previously held raw seafood, meat, or poultry
d)
All of these choices are good examples.
28.
How long should you scrub your hands with soap and water to effectively remove bacteria?
a)
10 seconds
b)
20 seconds
c)
30 seconds
d)
2 minutes
29.
Cookie dough should not be eaten until it is cooked
a)
True
b)
False
30.
What are the FOUR basic sanitation practices?
a)
Clean, Sanitize, Cook, Chill
b)
Clean, Separate, Cook, Chill
c)
Clear, Separate, Cook, Cool
d)
Clear, Sanitize, Cook, Cool
31.
Best way to wash your hands:
a)
cold water, no soap
b)
warm water with soap
c)
cold water with soap
d)
warm water, soap if you can find it
32.
Which step of food safety explains that you should refrigerate foods quickly because cold temperatures slow the growth of bacteria?
a)
Clean
b)
Separate
c)
Cook
d)
Chill
33.
Symptoms of foodborne illness include upset stomach, nausea, vomiting, and diarrhea. 
a)
True
b)
False 
34.

Dull knives are safer than sharp knives.

a)

True

b)

False

35.

Before cooking, all of the following needs to happen (circle all that apply):

a)

Roll up your sleeves

b)

Long hair should be in a pony tail

c)

Wash your hands

d)

Know your roles and responsibilities

e)

Wear closed toe shoes

36.

Flipping dish towels and other pranks are _______ ________ at classmates.

a)

NEVER ALLOWED

b)

SOMETIMES ALLOWED

37.

A food-borne illness is:

a)

Food not washed, cooked and unclean

b)

Any food that associated with salmonella

c)

Illness caused by contaminated food.

38.

Measuring and organizing your ingredients before starting a recipe contributes to a successful baking experience.

a)

True

b)

False