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Foods & Nutrition Final Exam Quiz

Total questions: 40

Worksheet time: 21mins

Name
Class
Date
1.

The price of specialty coffee drinks has risen in the United States due to increased demand. This is an example of what type of external food influence?

a)

economic

b)

environmental

c)

media

d)

technological

2.

Eating pasta the night before a race is most likely an example of which type of individual food choice factors?

a)

adventure and wellness.

b)

enjoyment and social ties.

c)

comfort and entertainment.

d)

nutrition and wellness.

3.

How is a griddle preheated?

a)

by placing in the dishwasher and removing promptly.

b)

by placing in the oven at 350°F until a desired temperature is reached.

c)

by setting at a desired temperature and waiting 10 minutes before adding food.

d)

by using low heat and a small amount of liquid.

4.

Soup tureens and gravy boats are considered what classification of tableware?

a)

beverageware

b)

dinnerware

c)

flatware

d)

holloware

5.

Sprinkling a work surface with flour, turning the dough ball onto the floured surface, and using the heels of both hands to push the dough down and away best describes which step of yeast bread production?

a)

mixing.

b)

kneading.

c)

letting the dough rise.

d)

shaping the dough.

6.

Sandy has diabetes. The nutrient on the food label she is most likely to check is:

a)

carbohydrates.

b)

cholesterol.

c)

protein.

d)

sodium.

7.

An example of a protein casserole is:

a)

beef lasagna.

b)

green bean casserole.

c)

pineapple and cracker crumbs.

d)

scalloped potatoes.

8.

How should a cook beat eggs for an omelet?

a)

by using a rubber spatula to gently blend a heavy and delicate mixture

b)

by using a sieve to mix ingredients

c)

by using a wire whisk to thoroughly mix ingredients with a circular, up-and-down motion

d)

by using tongs to gently tumble together ingredients

9.

Compared to instant oatmeal, steel-cut oats:

a)

require more cooking time.

b)

are less nutritious.

c)

should only be cooked with milk.

d)

require heavier processing.

10.

Which dairy product contains the highest percentage of fat?

a)

Heavy cream

b)

Whole milk

c)

Half-and-half

d)

Skim milk

11.

Alex plans to serve broccoli as a side dish. Which cooking method will preserve the most nutrients?

a)

Steaming

b)

Frying

c)

Boiling

d)

Roasting

12.

Which is categorized as a stem vegetable?

a)

potato

b)

cauliflower

c)

tomato

d)

asparagus

13.

Cups and glasses used for drinking are considered what classification of tableware?

a)

beverageware

b)

dinnerware

c)

flatware

d)

holloware

14.

You are in charge of a bake sale with large trays of fresh pastries and cookies. Everyone working is serving food and handling money so they cannot run to wash their hands and put on gloves between every sale. What are some other things to prevent bare hand contact?

a)

supply tongs for use in serving items.

b)

have worker use single-use papers.

c)

wrap items in plastic before putting in the case.

d)

all of the above

15.

How is bacon broiled?

a)

by cooking in dry, hot air, uncovered in an oven

b)

by cooking in a liquid that has a temperature of 212°F

c)

by cooking on top of the range in a fry pan

d)

by cooking under direct heat

16.

Kim took advantage of a sale on whole chickens, purchasing five. What should she do with the chickens if she fails to cook them within three days?

a)

freeze them individually

b)

give them to her neighbors

c)

let them stay on the counter

d)

refrigerate them

17.
Forks, spoons, and knives are all considered what kind of tableware?
a)
Beverageware
b)
Dinnerware
c)
Flatware
d)
Holloware
18.

A. To combine two or more ingredients usually by stirring

a)

Mix

b)

Mince

c)

Grind

d)

Whip

19.

To chop finely, into very small pieces

a)

Dice

b)

Mince

c)

Grate

d)

Grind

20.

To sprinkle or coat with flour or other fine substance

a)

Batter

b)

Dredge

c)

Garnish

d)

Pare

21.

Cut into very small cubes (about 1/4 inch)

a)

chop

b)

dice

c)

mince

d)

cut in

22.
Beat rapidly to introduce air bubbles into food.
a)
Whip
b)
Mix
c)
blend
d)
fold in
23.
According to MyPlate ...  the largest section of your plate should be
a)
Fruits
b)
Dairy
c)
Protein
d)
Vegetables
24.

Processed foods can take less time to prepare than fresh foods?

a)

True

b)

False

25.

This nutrition label is for Strawberry Fruit Roll Ups. The first 3 ingredients are forms of sugar! How many strawberries are in these?

***click picture to enlarge***

a)

50%

b)

5%

c)

none!

26.

Aiden, Ethan, and Abigail are working on a school project about healthy eating. They decide to analyze different food products. What information can they find on the food labels?

a)

Color, taste, texture

b)

Cooking instructions, allergen information, country of origin

c)

Expiration date, brand name, price

d)

Nutritional content, serving size, calories, macronutrients, vitamins, minerals, and ingredients.

27.

Used as thickening agents in cooked salad dressing recipes

a)

dry mustard and vinegar

b)

egg and flour

c)

milk and sugar

d)

vinegar and butter

28.
What is this item?
a)
Measuring spoons
b)
Measuring cups
c)
Dry measuring cups
29.

This is often used to level food items such as flour and sugar.

a)

rubber scraper

b)

turner

c)

straight edge spatula

30.

Which of the following cutting tools is used to remove the outer surface of fruits and vegetables?

a)

Shredder-grater

b)

Cutting board

c)

Kitchen shears

d)

Peeler

31.

What is the best method to prevent cross-contamination in the kitchen?

a)

Using the same knife for all ingredients

b)

Storing all food items together in the fridge

c)

Washing hands only after cooking

d)

Using separate cutting boards for raw meat and vegetables

32.

Which of the following is a dry heat cooking method?

a)

Steaming

b)

Boiling

c)

Poaching

d)

Grilling

33.

What is the primary benefit of using a slow cooker?

a)

It cooks food quickly

b)

It reduces the need for seasoning

c)

It enhances the flavor of spices

d)

It allows for unattended cooking over a long period

34.

What is the best method to tenderize meat before cooking?

a)

Marinating in acidic ingredients

b)

Boiling in water

c)

Cooking at high heat

d)

Freezing overnight

35.

Which kitchen tool is used to measure the internal temperature of food?

a)

Timer

b)

Thermometer

c)

Scale

d)

Measuring cup

36.

What is the primary purpose of blanching vegetables?

a)

To cook them completely

b)

To preserve color and nutrients

c)

To soften them for eating

d)

To add flavor

37.

What is the best way to store fresh herbs to maintain their flavor?

a)

Wrapped in a damp paper towel in the refrigerator

b)

In a dry, dark cupboard

c)

In a glass of water on the counter

d)

In a sealed plastic bag in the freezer

38.

Which of the following is a moist heat cooking method?

a)

Grilling

b)

Steaming

c)

Baking

d)

Roasting

39.

What is the primary reason for using a marinade on meat?

a)

To reduce fat content

b)

To increase cooking time

c)

To add color

d)

To tenderize and add flavor

40.

True or False: Boiling water when preparing pasta helps circulate the pasta for even cooking and prevents pieces from sticking together.

a)

True

b)

False