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WorksheetsCulinary District Assessment Review
Total questions: 63
Worksheet time: 1hrs 3mins
To use a pastry blender to mix shortening or butter with flour is to: (used when making pies)
Boil
Chop
Cut-in
Grease
To use cooking spray or shortening to cover a surface in a thin even layer is to:
Boil
Chop
Cut-in
Grease
To cut into small uneven pieces is to:
Boil
Chop
Cut-in
Grease
The tool used to separate and remove clumps while adding air to a dry ingredient is a:
Colander
Sifter
Spatula
Rubber scraper
To cook in hot liquid that has bubbles that rise and break on the surface of the liquid is to:
Boil
Chop
Cut-in
Grease
To soften & blend ingredients such as butter & sugar until light and fluffy is to: (used to make cookies)
Bake
Stir
Cream
Preheat
To cook in hot air in an oven is to:
Bake
Stir
Cream
Preheat
To heat an oven to the desired cooking temperature before putting food in an oven is to:
Bake
Stir
Cream
Preheat
To slowly move a spoon in a circle to combine ingredients is to:
Bake
Stir
Cream
Preheat
1 Tablespoon equals how many teaspoons?
2
3
4
5
1 cup equals how many tablespoons?
8
10
12
16
1/2 cup equals how many tablespoons?
2
4
6
8
1 stick of butter or margarine is how many tablespoons?
2
4
6
8
1/8 of a tsp. is equal to what? (how do you measure that amount?)
1/4 tsp. + 1/4 tsp. (fill the 1/4 tsp two times)
1/10 of 1/4 tsp. (Just put a dash in the 1/4 tsp.)
1/2 of 1/3 tsp. (fill the 1/3 tsp half full)
1/2 of 1/4 tsp. (fill the 1/4 tsp half full)
One pound is equal to how many ounces?
8 ounces
12 ounces
16 ounces
20 ounces
For the next five questions, use the Chocolate Chip Cookie recipe at the end to answer the questions. How much flour does the recipe call for?
½ cup
¾ cup
1 cup
1 ¾ cup
For the next five questions, use the Chocolate Chip Cookie recipe at the end to answer the questions. True or False: According to the recipe, you should preheat the oven to 400 °F.
True
False
For this recipe, the cookie sheet should be greased.
True
False
How long should you bake the cookies?
8-10 minutes
12 minutes
6-8 minutes
10 minutes
These cookies should be cooled on the cookie sheet for 3-5 minutes
True
False
The best way to check a cake for doneness is to:
Look at it
Stick your finger in it
Taste it
Use a toothpick
Which is the correct abbreviation for a cup?
c.
cp.
cu.
Cp.
Which is the correct abbreviation for ounce?
oc.
ou.
oz.
On.
Which is one correct abbreviation for teaspoon?
tsp.
T.
ts.
tbsp.
Which is one correct abbreviation for tablespoon?
tsp.
Tblspn.
t.
T.
Which is one correct abbreviation for teaspoon?
T.
t.
tspn.
Ts.
Which is one correct abbreviation for tablespoon?
Tbsp.
t.
tblsp.
Ts.
A standard set of dry measuring cups have what sizes?
1, ½, ⅓, ⅛ (1, 1/2, 1/8)
1, ¼, ½, ⅓ (1, 3/4, 1/2, 1/3)
1, ½, ⅓, ¼ (1, 1/2, 1/3, 1/4)
1, ¼, ½, ⅛ (1, 3/4, 1/2, 1/8)
A standard set of 4 measuring spoons has which sizes?
1 Tbsp, 1 tsp, ½ tsp, ¼ tsp
1 Tbsp, ¾ tsp, ½ tsp, ½ tsp, ¼ tsp
1 Tbsp, ½ Tbsp, ½ tsp, ¼ tsp
1 Tbsp, ½ Tbsp, ½ tsp, ⅛ tsp
A liquid measuring cup is used to measure all of these except:
Milk
Water
Oil
Sugar
A dry measuring cup is used to measure which of the following (select all that apply):
Milk
Flour
Water
Shortening
A measuring spoon is used when:
the measure is less than ¼ c.
the ingredient is a liquid in a small amount
the ingredient is dry in a small amount
all of the above
For best results, the first thing you should do when using a recipe is:
Measure ingredients
Set the table
Read the entire recipe carefully
All of the above
To measure brown sugar:
pack into a dry measuring cup and level off
spoon into a dry measuring cup and level off
sprinkle into a liquid measuring cup and look at eye level
measure in a liquid measuring cup and look at eye level
To measure flour:
pack into a dry measuring cup and level off
spoon into a dry measuring cup and level off
sprinkle into a liquid measuring cup and look at eye level
measure in a liquid measuring cup and look at eye level
To measure a liquid:
pack into a dry measuring cup and level off
spoon into a dry measuring cup and level off
sprinkle into a liquid measuring cup and look at eye level
measure in a liquid measuring cup and look at eye level
According to MyPlate, which food group should be the biggest portion of the dinner plate?
Vegetables
Dairy
Fruit
Protein
What foods should you limit for good health?
Nuts and seeds
Herbs and spices
Fruits and vegetables
Fried foods and sugary snacks
True or False: You can use a dish towel to remove hot pans.
True
False
True or False: It is okay to use your fingers to taste food you are preparing.
True
False
Keep pan handles turned toward the front of the stove-top.
True
False
Wash your hands with soap and water before you start cooking.
True
False
Leave burners on, even when not in use.
True
False
Accidents in the kitchen are often caused by carelessness.
True
False
When cooking, you should avoid touching your face and hair.
True
False
Long-sleeved and loose, baggy sweatshirts are good to wear when cooking.
True
False
What is the yield of the Chocolate Chip Cookies recipe?
1 dozen (12)
3 dozen (36)
4 dozen (48)
How much butter is needed for the Chocolate Chip Cookies recipe?
1/3 cup
1/2 cup
1 cup
2/3 cup
Which of the following is NOT an ingredient in the Chocolate Chip Cookies recipe?
Baking powder
Brown sugar
Vanilla
Flour
What is the first step in the directions for making Chocolate Chip Cookies?
Preheat the oven to 375°F.
Mix the flour and sugar together.
Add chocolate chips to the dough.
Let the cookies cool on a wire rack.
How long should you bake the cookies according to the recipe?
5-7 minutes
6-9 minutes
7-9 minutes
8-10 minutes
What should you do after mixing in the egg and vanilla?
Stop mixer and scrape beaters.
Add more sugar.
Increase oven temperature.
Pour mixture into baking pan.
What is the last step in the directions for making Chocolate Chip Cookies?
Allow cookies to cool on a baking sheet for 3-5 minutes before transferring to a cooling rack.
Add chocolate chips to the dough and mix well.
Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
Scoop dough onto the baking sheet and bake for 10-12 minutes.
The recipe calls for 3/4 c chocolate chips. Which of the following is the correct equivalent?
10 Tbsp
10 tsp
12 Tbsp
12 tsp
Which ingredient is used in the largest quantity in the Chocolate Chip Cookies recipe?
Sugar
Flour
Butter
Chocolate chips
What temperature should the oven be preheated to for this recipe?
375°F
325°F
400°F
450°F
This Quick Breads mixing method is generally used to make pancakes, and the recipe will direct you to mix dry ingredients separately from wet then to "make a well".
Creaming Method
Biscuit Method
Muffin Method
Fold-Push-Turn Method
This Quick Breads mixing method is generally used to create a dense, flaky texture by "cutting-in" very cold butter into dry ingredients.
Creaming Method
Biscuit Method
Muffin Method
Fold-Push-Turn Method
This Quick Breads mixing method is generally used to make cookies by creaming room temperature butter with sugar(s).
Creaming Method
Biscuit Method
Muffin Method
Fold-Push-Turn Method
Which of the following is NOT a requirement to help yeast grow?
warmth
moisture
food
fat
The function of flour in baked products is to:
give rise
provide sweetness/flavor
give structure
provide moisture
Which of the following is NOT a function of eggs in a baked product:
give flavor & color
provide structure
act as a binding agent
act as an emulsifier
Which of the following is NOT a leavening agent?
baking powder
baking soda
yeast
air/steam
All are leavening agents
