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General Knowledge

Total questions: 40

Worksheet time: 21mins

Name
Class
Date
1.

What is food preservation?

a)

A method of cooking food quickly

b)

A way to serve food at parties

c)

A technique for enhancing food flavor

d)

Food preservation is the process of preventing food spoilage and extending its shelf life.

2.

Why do we preserve food?

a)

To extend shelf life and prevent spoilage.

b)

To enhance flavor and taste.

c)

To increase nutritional value.

d)

To make food more colorful.

3.

Name one method of preserving food.

a)

Freezing

b)

Drying

c)

Fermenting

d)

Canning

4.

What does freezing do to food?

a)

Freezing preserves food by slowing down spoilage and maintaining quality.

b)

Freezing causes food to spoil faster.

c)

Freezing removes all nutrients from food.

d)

Freezing makes food taste worse.

5.

How does drying preserve food?

a)

Drying adds moisture to food, enhancing flavor.

b)

Drying preserves food by removing moisture, preventing spoilage and microbial growth.

c)

Drying makes food taste fresher and more vibrant.

d)

Drying increases the nutritional value of food.

6.

What is canning?

a)

A method of cooking food in boiling water.

b)

A technique for freezing food quickly.

c)

A way to dry food using sunlight.

d)

Canning is a food preservation technique that involves sealing food in airtight containers.

7.

Why is it important to keep food fresh?

a)

To increase the cooking time

b)

It is important to keep food fresh to prevent spoilage, maintain nutritional value, ensure safety, and enhance flavor.

c)

To reduce the cost of ingredients

d)

To make food look more appealing

8.

What is the role of salt in food preservation?

a)

Salt is primarily used for seasoning and has no effect on microbes.

b)

Salt is used to tenderize meat but not for preservation.

c)

Salt acts as a preservative by drawing out moisture and inhibiting microbial growth.

d)

Salt enhances flavor but does not preserve food.

9.

Can you name a fruit that is often dried?

a)

Banana

b)

Raisin

c)

Apple

d)

Orange

10.

What is the best way to store leftovers?

a)

Wrap leftovers in aluminum foil and place in the pantry

b)

Store leftovers in open containers on the counter

c)

Use airtight containers and refrigerate or freeze leftovers.

d)

Leave leftovers out at room temperature

11.

What ______your mother do in the morning? She_________.

a)

does/ brushes his hair.

b)

do/ brushs her hair

c)

does/ brushes her hair.

12.

When ______your parents _________dinner?

a)

do/ cook

b)

does/ cook

c)

does/ cooks

13.
That was years _____ years ago.
a)
But
b)
When
c)
And
d)
Until
14.
You cannot be a lawyer  _____ you have a law degree.
a)
Unless
b)
But
c)
And
d)
When
15.
Let us wait here _____ the rain stops.
a)
And
b)
But
c)
Until
d)
When
16.
 I do it _____ I like it.
a)
Because
b)
But
c)
Although
d)
Until
17.
Things were different _____ I was young.
a)
But
b)
When
c)
And
d)
That
18.

You ... come with us or I will punish you.

a)

either

b)

not only

c)

both

d)

neither

19.

I need to work hard...................that I can pass the exam.

a)

so that

b)

because

c)

then

d)

or

20.
Ramu liked the story __________ it was very exciting.
a)
so
b)
because
c)
but
21.

We must drink plenty of ____

a)

cold drinks

b)

lassi

c)

water

22.

We should trim our nails with __

a)

knife

b)

nail cutter

c)

scissors

23.

We must comb our hair _____

a)

once a week

b)

twice a day

c)

twice a week

24.

Germs can make you ___

a)

healthy

b)

sick

c)

strong

25.

We can eat junk food ____

a)

everyday

b)

all the time

c)

only sometimes

26.

Germs cause small holes in the teeth called ____

a)

cavities

b)

caves

c)

teeth- holes

27.

You must brush your teeth ____

a)

once a day

b)

once a weeek

c)

twice a day

28.

Germs stick in your body along with ___

a)

soap

b)

dirt

c)

oil

d)

water

29.

Germs live in ___

a)

warm, moist and dirty places

b)

clean places

c)

sanitizers

30.

Germs can cause

a)

stomach upset

b)

sore eyes

c)

fever

d)

all of these

31.

What is this?

a)

dress

b)

shirt

c)

pants

d)

T-shirt

32.

What is this?

a)

socks

b)

shock

c)

shirt

d)

short

33.

Why is vacuum sealing important?

a)

Vacuum sealing extends shelf life and preserves food quality by removing air.

b)

Vacuum sealing is primarily for aesthetic presentation of food.

c)

Vacuum sealing is only used for packaging non-food items.

d)

Vacuum sealing increases the amount of air in food storage.

34.

What foods are best for vacuum sealing?

a)

Canned goods

b)

Dried fruits, nuts, jerky, meats, fish, vegetables, and leftovers.

c)

Baked bread

d)

Fresh fruits

35.

What ingredients do you need to pickle vegetables?

a)

Soy sauce, sesame oil, ginger

b)

Butter, cream, cheese

c)

Vinegar, water, salt, sugar, spices (optional)

d)

Olive oil, garlic, lemon juice

36.

What is drying herbs?

a)

A technique for growing herbs indoors.

b)

Drying herbs is the process of removing moisture from fresh herbs to preserve them.

c)

A method of cooking herbs in oil.

d)

A way to enhance the flavor of fresh herbs.

37.

What types of food can be frozen?

a)

Fresh herbs

b)

Fruits, vegetables, meats, seafood, bread, and prepared meals.

c)

Canned goods

d)

Dairy products

38.

How can you tell if food is safe to freeze?

a)

Food can be frozen regardless of its freshness.

b)

Food is safe to freeze if it has been cooked thoroughly.

c)

Food is safe to freeze if it is left out at room temperature.

d)

Food is safe to freeze if it is fresh, properly packaged, and has not been previously thawed.

39.

What is the best way to freeze food?

a)

Wrap food in aluminum foil before freezing.

b)

The best way to freeze food is to use airtight containers or freezer bags, portion it, and freeze quickly.

c)

Leave food uncovered in the freezer.

d)

Thaw food before placing it in the freezer.

40.

Why do we can fruits and vegetables?

a)

To make them taste better

b)

To create new recipes

c)

To reduce their nutritional value

d)

We can fruits and vegetables to preserve them and extend their shelf life.