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1st Semester Summative Assessment

Total questions: 50

Worksheet time: 25mins

Name
Class
Date
1.

Who is often considered the “father of modern French cuisine”?

a)

Julia Child

b)

Auguste Escoffier

c)

Gordon Ramsay

d)

Alice Waters

2.

Which chef is well known for promoting molecular gastronomy?

a)

Thomas Keller

b)

René Redzepi

c)

Ferran Adrià

d)

Wolfgang Puck

3.

Which of the following is a turning point in culinary history?

a)

The invention of the microwave in the 1940s

b)

The domestication of fire

c)

The founding of the first eatery in France

d)

The invention of plastic utensils

4.

Julia Child is famous for bringing French cooking techniques to the American public via:

a)

Her restaurants

b)

TV shows and cookbooks

c)

Food trucks

d)

Street food

5.

The Renaissance period impacted culinary arts primarily by:

a)

Introducing fast food

b)

Encouraging trade in spices and new ingredients

c)

Inventing sous vide

d)

Banning salt

6.

Which chef is famous for the motto “farm to table” and emphasizing seasonal, local ingredients?

a)

Alice Waters

b)

Emeril Lagasse

c)

Marco Pierre White

d)

Paula Deen

7.

Which of the following is a good way to prevent foodborne illnesses?

a)

Storing raw meat above vegetables in fridge

b)

Cooking food to safe internal temperatures

c)

Washing hands only after cooking

d)

Reusing utensils without washing

8.

Another way to prevent foodborne illnesses is to:

a)

Leave cut fruit at room temperature for hours

b)

Use the same cutting board for raw meat and vegetables

c)

Chill perishable food promptly

d)

Never cover food

9.

A third way to prevent foodborne illness is:

a)

Thawing food on the counter

b)

Washing produce before eating

c)

Using expired ingredients

d)

Smelling food as the only test of spoilage

10.

Which of these is a type of cross-contamination?

a)

Using separate cutting boards for raw and cooked foods

b)

Washing hands between tasks

c)

Pathogens transferring from raw meat to cooked food

d)

Temperature danger zone

11.

Another type of cross-contamination is:

a)

Sterilizing utensils

b)

Contaminated equipment touching ready-to-eat food

c)

Cooking food thoroughly

d)

Using clean water

12.

Why is personal hygiene important in the kitchen?

a)

Because it looks nice

b)

To prevent the spread of pathogens from person to food

c)

Because it speeds cooking

d)

It isn’t really important

13.

Which practice reflects good sanitation?

a)

Never cleaning surfaces

b)

Cleaning and sanitizing utensils regularly

c)

Using bare hands to handle ready-to-eat food

d)

Letting pests roam freely

14.

What is one major kitchen hazard?

a)

Spilling water on floor (slip)

b)

Using correct utensils

c)

Washing hands

d)

Cooling food

15.

Another major kitchen hazard is:

a)

Overcooking vegetables

b)

Burns from hot surfaces

c)

Using blunt knives

d)

Reading recipe

16.

A third major hazard is:

a)

Sharp knives or cuts

b)

Boiling water

c)

Wearing gloves

d)

Cooling food

17.

Name a kitchen tool and a safe use:

a)

Knife – waving it in the air

b)

Spatula – use heat-resistant spatula for hot pans

c)

Peeler – use it toward your body

d)

Mandoline – no guard

18.

Another safe tool use:

a)

Thermometer – insert into the thickest part to check doneness

b)

Tongs – use with bare hands for raw chicken

c)

Whisk – leave it in pot while heating

d)

Grater – hold loosely and grate over body

19.

A third example:

a)

Measuring cup – don’t read at eye level

b)

Blender – never secure lid

c)

Colander – place it unsecured in sink

d)

Oven mitt – don’t use

20.

What does the safety symbol “burn” usually warn of?

a)

Slippery floor

b)

Electrical shock

c)

Hot surface or steam

d)

Poison

21.

What is the difference between liquid and dry measuring cups?

a)

Liquid cups measure volume above brim

b)

Dry cups are leveled off; liquid cups have a spout for pouring

c)

They are the same

d)

Dry cups only measure weight

22.

How many teaspoons are in 1 tablespoon?

a)

2

b)

3

c)

4

d)

5

23.

Why is accurate measuring important in cooking?

a)

To make food taste the same every time

b)

It’s not important

c)

It slows you down

d)

Only matters for baking

24.

If a recipe calls for 2 cups and you want to halve it, how many cups do you use?

a)

1 cup

b)

1.5 cups

c)

2 cups

d)

0.5 cup

25.

If a recipe needs ½ teaspoon salt and you double, what is the new amount?

a)

½ teaspoon

b)

1 teaspoon

c)

1½ teaspoons

d)

2 teaspoons

26.

Which measuring device is best for dry ingredients like flour?

a)

Liquid measuring cup

b)

Scale or dry measuring cup

c)

Thermometer

d)

Ladle

27.

What are the 5 food groups in MyPlate?

a)

Soda, candy, chips, cake, ice cream

b)

Fruits, vegetables, grains, protein, dairy

c)

Meat, milk, sugar, fat, water

d)

None of the above

28.

Which is a macronutrient?

a)

Vitamin C

b)

Fiber

c)

Protein

d)

Iron

29.

Which is a micronutrient?

a)

Fat

b)

Carbohydrate

c)

Vitamin A

d)

Protein

30.

What’s the difference between macronutrients and micronutrients?

a)

Macronutrients are needed in large amounts, micronutrients in small amounts

b)

They are the same

c)

Macronutrients are vitamins, micronutrients are proteins

d)

Only micronutrients provide energy

31.

Which food group provides calcium and vitamin D generally?

a)

Fruits

b)

Dairy

c)

Grains

d)

Oils

32.

Which food group is the main source of fiber and energy?

a)

Grains

b)

Dairy

c)

Meat

d)

Oils

33.

What is one dry-heat cooking method?

a)

Boiling

b)

Steaming

c)

Baking

d)

Poaching

34.

What is one moist-heat cooking method?

a)

Grilling

b)

Frying

c)

Steaming

d)

Broiling

35.

What is a combination cooking method?

a)

Braising (sear + simmer)

b)

Frying

c)

Roasting

d)

Stewing

36.

How does conduction transfer heat?

a)

Through direct contact

b)

By currents in liquid or gas

c)

By electromagnetic waves

d)

By gravity

37.

How does convection transfer heat?

a)

By radiation

b)

Through direct contact

c)

Through movement of fluid or air

d)

By magnets

38.

How does radiation transfer heat?

a)

Through microwave waves or infrared waves

b)

By touching

c)

By fluids

d)

By mixing

39.

Which country might you have studied in the global food culture unit?

a)

Italy

b)

Canada

c)

Middle Earth

d)

Atlantis

40.

A traditional dish from Italy is:

a)

Sushi

b)

Pizza Margherita

c)

Tacos

d)

Borscht

41.

What are typical ingredients in Pizza Margherita?

a)

Rice, seaweed, fish

b)

Tomato, mozzarella, basil

c)

Corn, beans, beef

d)

Potatoes, cream, onion

42.

What is another traditional dish from that country?

a)

Risotto

b)

Burrito

c)

Kimchi

d)

Poutine

43.

What is one cultural food fact about Italy?

a)

Italians never eat pasta

b)

Olive oil is a staple

c)

They only use powdered cheese

d)

They don’t use herbs

44.

On a map, Italy is located in which continent?

a)

Asia

b)

Africa

c)

Europe

d)

South America

45.

What makes a meal “balanced”?

a)

Only dessert

b)

Contains items from multiple food groups in proper portions

c)

One type of food only

d)

Skipping protein

46.

Which of these is part of plating or portion size design?

a)

Arranging food attractively

b)

Using random amounts

c)

Ignoring color contrast

d)

Serving everything in a pile

47.

A 3-course meal includes:

a)

Drink, snack, dessert

b)

Appetizer, entrée, dessert

c)

Breakfast, lunch, dinner

d)

Salad, bread, water

48.

What is a good portion rule for proteins on a plate?

a)

Same size as a deck of cards

b)

As big as possible

c)

Invisible

d)

Twice the vegetables

49.

A good appetizer might be:

a)

A giant burger

b)

A small soup or salad

c)

A full entree

d)

A whole cake

50.

In a restaurant-style menu layout, you should:

a)

Use long paragraphs for each description

b)

Provide short, descriptive names and appetizing descriptions

c)

Only list item names

d)

Use no pricing or information