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Food Safety Quiz

Total questions: 38

Worksheet time: 32mins

Name
Class
Date
1.

Evelyn is preparing a beef roast for a family dinner. What is the recommended internal temperature she should aim for to ensure the beef is safe to eat?

a)

145°F (63°C)

b)

160°F (71°C)

c)

125°F (52°C)

d)

180°F (82°C)

2.

James is planning a dinner party and needs to thaw the frozen chicken. Which of the following methods is NOT safe for thawing?

a)

In the refrigerator

b)

Under cold running water

c)

On the countertop at room temperature

d)

In the microwave

3.

During a cooking class, Harper noticed that to prevent cross-contamination, one should:

a)

Use the same cutting board for both meat and vegetables

b)

Wash hands between handling different types of food

c)

Store raw meat above salads and fruits in the refrigerator

d)

Use the same knife for meat and vegetables without washing it

4.

During a summer picnic, Scarlett noticed that the potato salad had been left out in the sun. Knowing the importance of food safety, she wondered, what is the danger zone temperature range in which bacteria can rapidly grow on food?

a)

0°F to 32°F (-18°C to 0°C)

b)

40°F to 140°F (4°C to 60°C)

c)

32°F to 40°F (0°C to 4°C)

d)

140°F to 165°F (60°C to 74°C)

5.

During a cooking class, Anika is teaching Isla and Arjun the importance of food safety. Which of the following steps did she emphasize as critical to prevent foodborne illness?

a)

Cooking food to its minimum internal temperature

b)

Leaving food out to cool before refrigeration

c)

Rinsing meat under warm water before cooking

d)

Thawing food at room temperature

6.

After playing soccer, Grace decides to wash her hands. How long should she scrub them with soap and water?

a)

At least 5 seconds

b)

At least 10 seconds

c)

At least 20 seconds

d)

At least 30 seconds

7.

During a cooking class, Charlotte is teaching about food safety. She asks, 'Which of the following foods is most associated with Salmonella?'

a)

Fresh fruits

b)

Raw chicken

c)

Cooked vegetables

d)

Bread

8.

After preparing a meal, Aiden wants to ensure the kitchen counter is properly sanitized for next use. What is the best method?

a)

Wiping it with a dry cloth

b)

Rinsing it with hot water

c)

Cleaning it with soap and water, then applying a sanitizer

d)

Leaving it to air dry after washing

9.

At Mia's cafe, how often should the coffee machine's food contact surfaces be cleaned and sanitized?

a)

Once a day

b)

Before each use

c)

Once a week

d)

Only when visibly dirty

10.

After a large school event, Ava and Elijah are tasked with safely storing the leftover food. What is the most effective way for them to cool large quantities of hot food quickly?

a)

Leaving it out at room temperature

b)

Placing it directly in the refrigerator

c)

Dividing it into smaller portions and placing in shallow containers

d)

Covering it tightly and placing it in the freezer

11.

In a high school science lab, Avery, Scarlett, and Benjamin are conducting an experiment on cleanliness. Which of the following should they use to test the sanitization level of the lab surfaces?

a)

pH strips

b)

Thermometer

c)

Sanitizer test strips

d)

Moisture meter

12.

During a school cooking competition, Harper is responsible for keeping the chili hot while serving. What is the minimum temperature the chili should be held at to prevent bacterial growth?

a)

135°F (57°C)

b)

125°F (52°C)

c)

145°F (63°C)

d)

165°F (74°C)

13.

Grace runs a small deli that sells ready-to-eat sandwiches. For how long can she store these sandwiches in her deli's refrigerator before they must be discarded?

a)

7 days

b)

3 days

c)

10 days

d)

14 days

14.

Lucas is making sushi for his family. To ensure the rice is safe to eat, at what minimum temperature should he keep the cooked rice?

a)

90°F (32°C)

b)

135°F (57°C)

c)

165°F (74°C)

d)

41°F (5°C)

15.

Emma is organizing a bake sale at her school. She wants to know, which of the following ingredients requires careful handling to prevent foodborne illness?

a)

Flour

b)

Sugar

c)

Chocolate chips

d)

Eggs

16.

While preparing a buffet, Noah needs to ensure that the cold dishes are kept at a safe temperature. Below which temperature should these dishes be maintained?

a)

32°F (0°C)

b)

40°F (4°C)

c)

50°F (10°C)

d)

41°F (5°C)

17.

When storing raw meat in the refrigerator, it should be placed:

a)

On the top shelf

b)

On the bottom shelf

c)

In the door compartments

d)

On any shelf, as long as it is covered

18.

What is the most effective way to sanitize a cutting board after preparing raw chicken?

a)

Wiping it with a damp cloth

b)

Scrubbing it with soap and hot water, then applying a sanitizer

c)

Rinsing it under hot tap water

d)

Leaving it to air dry

19.

For how long can cooked vegetables be safely stored in the refrigerator before they should be consumed or discarded?

a)

3-4 days

b)

5-7 days

c)

1-2 days

d)

8-10 days

20.

What is the safest way to defrost seafood before cooking?

a)

In the refrigerator

b)

On the countertop at room temperature

c)

Under cold running water

d)

Directly in the oven

21.

How often should food contact surfaces be cleaned in a home kitchen?

a)

Once a month

b)

Only when visibly dirty

c)

Before preparing each type of food

d)

Once a year during spring cleaning

22.

What is the minimum internal temperature to which poultry should be cooked to ensure it is safe to eat?

a)

145°F (63°C)

b)

155°F (68°C)

c)

165°F (74°C)

d)

175°F (79°C)

23.

Proper ​ (a)   is crucial before ​ (b)   food to prevent the ​ (c)   and pathogens. Hands should be washed with ​ (d)   for at least 20 seconds.

Choose from the below words
hand washing
spread of bacteria
handling
soap and water
24.

Cross- (a)   occurs when bacteria from one food item are transferred to another, usually through unwashed hands, cutting boards, or utensils

25.

​ (a)   cutting boards and ​ (b)   should be used for ​ (c)   meats, fruits, and vegetables to prevent ​ (d)   .

Choose from the below words
Separate
utensils
raw
cross-contamination
26.

Food must be stored and ​ (a)   at the correct ​ (b)   to ​ (c)   bacterial ​ (d)   .

Choose from the below words
cooked
temperatures
prevent
growth
27.

​ (a)   foods should be stored ​ (b)   40°F (4°C) in the refrigerator and ​ (c)   to ​ (d)   internal temperatures.

Choose from the below words
Perishable
below
cooked
appropriate
28.

Thawing ___ ___should be done safely to prevent bacterial growth.

(a)  

29.

The ​ (a)   methods are ​ (b)   in the refrigerator, under ​ (c)   water, or in the ​ (d)   .

Choose from the below words
thawing
safest
cold
microwave
30.

The "​ (a)   " for food is between 40°F (4°C) and 140°F (60°C), where ​ (b)   rapidly. ​ (c)   foods should not be left in this temperature range for more than ​ (d)   .

Choose from the below words
Danger Zone
bacteria multiply
Perishable
two hours
31.

Surfaces that come into contact with food should be regularly cleaned and sanitized to prevent the spread (a)   of .

32.

It's important to ​ (a)   the ​ (b)   of ​ (c)   illnesses, such as nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, ​ (d)  

Choose from the below words
symptoms
foodborne
recognise
and fever.
33.

Cooking food (a)   kills harmful bacteria.

34.

Use a food ​ (a)   to ​ (b)   that foods like meat, poultry, seafood, and eggs reach the ​ (c)   internal ​ (d)   .

Choose from the below words
thermometer
ensure
temperatures
proper
35.

Foods should be stored in ​ (a)   containers or sealed ​ (b)   to prevent ​ (c)   and maintain ​ (d)   .

Choose from the below words
airtight
bags
contamination
freshness
36.

Refrigerators should be set to 40°F (4°C) or below to slow (a)   growth.

37.

Understanding food ​ (a)   can help identify allergens and ​ (b)   dates, ensuring that only ​ (c)   foods are ​ (d)   .

Choose from the below words
labels
expiration
safe and fresh
consumed
38.

  1. Pay attention to "use by" and "sell by" dates to avoid consuming (a)   products.