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Knowledge Check: Food Processing

Total questions: 10

Worksheet time: 5mins

Name
Class
Date
1.

Why is food processing important for safety?

a)

To keep foods safe

b)

To make foods heavier

c)

To add more salt

d)

To change the color of foods

2.

What is an example of why we process food?

a)

To change the products into different forms for consumption

b)

To make them less appealing

c)

To increase their cost

d)

To reduce their size

3.

What is one of the main goals of food processing?

a)

To keep foods safe

b)

To make them taste worse

c)

To add unnecessary ingredients

d)

To reduce their shelf life

4.

Which reason for processing food helps in maintaining its quality over time?

a)

To extend shelf life

b)

To make it less appealing

c)

To add more preservatives

d)

To reduce its nutritional value

5.

What is the main purpose of pasteurization?

a)

To enhance flavor

b)

To destroy pathogenic microorganisms

c)

To add nutrients

d)

To change color

6.

Which of the following foods can have moisture added back after being freeze dried?

a)

Beef jerky

b)

Instant coffee

c)

Sun-dried tomatoes

d)

Fresh fruits

7.

What is a new popular product used for freeze drying in food processing?

a)

Making sun-dried tomatoes

b)

Freeze dried candy

c)

Making beef jerky

d)

Making fresh juice

8.

Why can't moisture be added back into dehydrated foods like beef jerky?

a)

Because they are cooked

b)

Because they are freeze dried

c)

Because they are sun-dried

d)

Because they are dehydrated

9.

What is the main benefit of using canner’s brine?

a)

It enhances the taste

b)

It helps with preservation

c)

It makes the food crunchy

d)

It changes the color

10.

What is the key factor for canned food to remain preserved for years?

a)

The type of food

b)

The size of the jar

c)

The package not being damaged

d)

The color of the jar