WorksheetsTAR F Ingredient Identification Assessment
Total questions: 60
Worksheet time: 30mins
Cameron is planning a garden and wants to plant a root vegetable. Which of the following should Cameron plant?
Lettuce
Carrot
Broccoli
Spinach
Cameron is preparing a fruit salad for a school picnic and wants to include a fruit known for its high vitamin C content. Which fruit should Cameron choose?
Banana
Apple
Orange
Grape
During a cooking class, Kat is asked to identify which type of meat is typically considered poultry. What should she choose?
Beef
Pork
Chicken
Lamb
During a cooking class, Kat is preparing a traditional Italian sauce. Which herb should she use to enhance the flavor?
Cilantro
Basil
Rosemary
Mint
During a school science fair, Allison and James presented a project on how certain dairy products are made. They explained which dairy product is created by the fermentation of milk by bacteria. What is it?
Butter
Cheese
Cream
Ice cream
During a biology class, James asked about the classification of salmon. Which type of fish is salmon classified as?
Shellfish
Freshwater fish
Saltwater fish
Finfish
Broniya and Cameron are planning a vegetarian dinner. Which of the following is a common vegetarian protein substitute they might consider using?
Tofu
Chicken
Salmon
Pork
During a wildlife conservation class, Cameron discussed a game bird known for its colorful plumage and often hunted for sport in North America. Which bird was it?
Pheasant
Turkey
Duck
Chicken
During a nature field trip, Cameron asked Allison, 'What is venison?' Allison replied that venison is the meat from which game animal?
Deer
Rabbit
Bear
Duck
During a cooking class, Alexis is asked to choose a common starchy food to include in a recipe. Which option should Alexis choose?
Rice
Carrot
Celery
Cucumber
During a cooking class, Broniya and Cameron learned about various spices. They were particularly intrigued by one spice derived from the dried stigma of Crocus sativus flower, known as one of the most expensive spices by weight. Which spice is it?
Saffron
Turmeric
Cumin
Paprika
Aaliyah is planning to bake a pie for her school's baking contest. Which of the following fruits should she choose for its distinctive tart flavor, commonly used in pies?
Banana
Apple
Cherry
Peach
During a cooking class, Cameron and Allison are learning about different types of meat preparation. They are particularly interested in the type of meat that is traditionally smoked or cured before eating, such as in the case of bacon. What type of meat is it?
Beef
Pork
Chicken
Turkey
During a cooking class, James and Alexis are learning about traditional Indian cuisine. Which dairy product, known for its cooling properties, is traditionally used in Indian cooking?
Butter
Yogurt
Cream
Cheese
During a cooking class, Alexis is tasked with preparing a dish known as "scampi." Which shellfish should Alexis use for this dish?
Lobster
Shrimp
Crab
Oyster
During a culinary class, Aaliyah is tasked with preparing a dish using a type of game meat known for its lean, dense meat, popular in European cuisine. Which meat should she choose?
Rabbit
Deer
Bear
Pheasant
During a Thanksgiving play at school, Cameron is tasked with bringing a prop representing the type of bird traditionally used in a Thanksgiving meal in the United States. Which bird should Cameron bring?
Duck
Turkey
Chicken
Pheasant
During a cooking class, Corey and Aaliyah are tasked with preparing a meal suitable for a gluten-free vegetarian diet. Which of the following ingredients should they use?
Wheat
Barley
Quinoa
Rye
During a cooking class, Cameron and Kat are learning to prepare sushi. What type of fish is commonly used in sushi and sashimi that they might use?
Catfish
Tuna
Salmon
Trout
During a cooking class, Corey and Kat are learning to make traditional Italian cuisine. Which herb is traditionally used in making pesto sauce?
Parsley
Basil
Cilantro
Mint
During a school project on dairy products, Aaliyah asked, 'What type of cheese is known for its holes, commonly seen in cartoons?'
Cheddar
Gouda
Swiss
Brie
Cameron is planning to make marzipan for a school project. Which type of nut should Cameron use?
Walnut
Almond
Pecan
Pistachio
During a cooking class, Cameron and Alexis were discussing fruits. Cameron asked, 'Which fruit is known for its large, hard seed and green, bumpy skin?'
Banana
Apple
Avocado
Peach
During a cooking class, Alexis and Cameron are learning to make homemade baked beans. Which type of bean is commonly used for this dish?
Kidney beans
Navy beans
Black beans
Pinto beans
Alexis is planning to cook 'Spaghetti Bolognese' for a dinner party. Which type of pasta should she use?
Fettuccine
Spaghetti
Macaroni
Penne
During a cooking class, Derek is learning to make an Indian dish and needs to know which spice is primarily used in the blend 'Garam Masala'?
Cardamom
Cinnamon
Cumin
Cloves
During a cooking class, Cameron learned about a popular type of cheese originating from Italy, known for its use on pizzas. Which cheese is it?
Mozzarella
Cheddar
Gouda
Brie
In a discussion about sustainable fishing practices, Cameron learned about a fish that is often praised for its omega-3 fatty acids. Which fish is it?
Salmon
Tilapia
Cod
Shark
During a lesson on exotic fruits, Cameron was taught about a fruit known for its spiky appearance and sweet, tart flavor. Which fruit is it?
Pineapple
Banana
Mango
Apple
During a cooking class, Kat is learning to prepare a traditional Mexican dish. Which type of cheese is commonly used in Mexican cuisine?
Cheddar
Mozzarella
Queso Fresco
Gouda
In a lesson on healthy eating, Alexis is taught about a vegetable rich in Vitamin K and known for its deep green color. Which vegetable is it?
Carrot
Spinach
Tomato
Cucumber
During a culinary arts class, Cameron is asked to identify a popular cooking oil known for its high smoke point and neutral flavor. Which oil should he choose?
Olive oil
Canola oil
Coconut oil
Sesame oil
During a cooking class, Kat is learning to prepare a traditional Spanish dish. Which type of rice is commonly used in making paella?
Basmati
Arborio
Jasmine
Bomba
During a cooking class, Cameron is learning about different types of bread. Which bread is traditionally used in making an Italian Panini?
Baguette
Ciabatta
Pita
Sourdough
During a cooking class, Alexis is tasked with preparing a traditional French soup. Which vegetable is the primary ingredient in Vichyssoise?
Tomato
Leek
Carrot
Onion
How can you incorporate protein into your vegetarian diet?
spinach
chicken
tofu
pasta
Vegetarians focus on what for sustenance?
fish
plants
meat
bread
If you are on a Pescatarian diet you are a vegetarian who also eats _______________.
fish
plants
meat
bread
You can drink milk on a lacto-vegetarian diet?
True
False
Where do saturated fats come from?
plant sources
animal sources
What happens when you eat less saturated fat?
increases cholesterol
lowers cholesterol
nothing
obesity
What is a "vegetarian"?
An individual who does not eat meat, poultry, seafood, or products containing those foods.
An individual who does not eat meat, poultry, seafood, but can eat products containing those foods.
An individual who does not eat meat at restaurants.
An individual who does not eat any animal by-products.
Ovo-vegetarian diets exclude all of the following EXCEPT:
milk
eggs
fish
meat
Which nutrients are most needed for healthy bone development?
protein and fat
vitamin D and C
calcium and iron
calcium and vitamin D
What is one of the reasons that people choose the vegetarian lifestyle?
religion
animal rights
environmental reasons
all of the above
How many vegetarians are there worldwide?
375 million
225 million
150 million
75 million
What nutrient would vegetarians most likely to be lacking in?
Carbohydrates
Iron
Protein
Fat
_______________ is a soy-based product. It’s made by fermenting cooked soybeans and then forming the mixture into a firm, dense cake. Most versions also contain beans, grains, and flavorings.
TVP
soy milk
soy nuts
tempeh
________________ are a crunchy snack made from mature soybeans that have been soaked in water, drained, and baked or roasted.
tofu
soy nuts
tempeh
edamame
_________________ is made from soybeans. Use it as a meat extender or vegetarian meat substitute in virtually any recipe calling for ground beef or turkey
tofu
TVP
tempeh
soy nuts
Starch is also a
carbohydrate
fats
vitamins
proteins
What is a kind of fuel which provides energy to all living organisms?
Water
Food
Wheat
Juice
There are two types of carbohydrates, simple and complex
True
False
Structural changes in ingredients can be the indirect result of __________.
heating
processing
storage
All of the above
The three basic food nutrients are:
Carbohydrates, Water, and Fats
Carbohydrates, Proteins, and Fats
Carbohydrates, Fats, and Minerals
Carbohydrates, Proteins, and Vitamins
Which of the following is NOT a function of water in the body?
Regulating temperature
Breaking down nutrients
Providing energy
Transporting nutrients
Which nutrient is the main source of energy for the body?
Proteins
Carbohydrates
Fats
Vitamins
Which of the following is the healthiest type of carbohydrate?
Bread made with white flour
Rice made with whole grains
Cereal made with refined grains
White rice
