WorksheetsMedia Influence on Food Trends
Total questions: 15
Worksheet time: 8mins
Which statement best defines social media in the context of food trends?
Websites and apps for sharing content quickly and in real time, such as Instagram, Snapchat and Facebook
Printed magazines that publish monthly recipe features
Television channels dedicated solely to cooking shows
Online grocery stores that deliver meal kits
According to the material, why are food photos and short videos often edited before uploading to social media?
To adjust brightness, contrast and saturation so the food looks better
To hide ingredients that are not locally sourced
To meet platform file size limits
To comply with advertising regulations
Which example shows how viral food photos can change everyday eating habits?
Breakfast shifting toward smashed avocado on toast and smoothie bowls
Increased consumption of canned soups during winter
Restaurants eliminating dessert menus
People avoiding breakfast to save time
Which roles do food bloggers and Instagrammers play in influencing food trends? Select all that apply.
They entice viewers with pristine food styling
They publish national dietary guidelines
They are paid by some businesses to promote products
They restrict comments to prevent sharing
How do food businesses use social media as a marketing strategy?
By creating their own accounts to attract followers and by paying bloggers/influencers to promote products
By banning employees from posting any food content
By only advertising on billboards near restaurants
By sponsoring government nutrition campaigns
Which statement best describes the influence of cooking shows on viewers' culinary skills?
They expand the repertoire of ordinary cooks by demonstrating professional techniques like sous vide and tempering chocolate
They discourage home cooking by emphasizing restaurant-only methods
They focus solely on basic boiling and frying
They replace cookbooks as the only source of recipes
What element of reality cooking shows attracts viewers and affects their confidence?
The competition aspect that makes viewers believe they can prepare and present food as well as contestants
The absence of time limits in challenges
The exclusive use of pre-prepared ingredients
The focus on historical food trivia
How have cooking shows influenced Australians' approach to food presentation?
Australians are putting more effort into presentation after being inspired by these shows
Australians have stopped plating desserts elaborately
Australians avoid using garnishes due to cost
Australians present food less carefully to save time
Which program is cited as presenting cuisines from many cultural groups within Australia, and what is its impact?
Food Safari (SBS), introducing viewers to over 35 cultural cuisines and how food is presented
MasterChef Junior, focusing on school lunch reforms
Top Chef, promoting regional farming subsidies
Bake Off, standardizing pastry measurements
According to the material, what combination appeals to viewers in some cooking shows featuring a traveling host?
Love of travel and adventure paired with love of food, encouraging viewers to try traditional dishes
Detailed nutritional analysis paired with strict diet plans
Silent cooking demonstrations paired with text captions
Only indoor studio cooking paired with product testing
Which list contains celebrity chefs mentioned as influential in promoting food trends and presentation?
Jamie Oliver, Gordon Ramsay, Curtis Stone, Kylie Kwong, Adriano Zumbo, Matt Moran, Bill Granger, Luke Nguyen
Julia Child, Anthony Bourdain, Nigella Lawson, Rachael Ray
Heston Blumenthal, Ferran Adrià, René Redzepi, Thomas Keller
Guy Fieri, Ina Garten, Emeril Lagasse, Bobby Flay
Which actions explain why celebrity chefs influence food trends? Select all that apply.
Prepare appealing restaurant-quality dishes reflecting latest trends
Challenge viewers to try new ingredients, methods and cuisines
Discourage buying fresh ingredients to reduce waste
Write cookbooks and articles and promote food and kitchen products
Which statement about celebrity chefs and home cooking is supported by the material?
They encourage viewers to make foods from scratch, such as ice-cream and fresh pasta
They advise viewers to rely on ready-made meals
They prohibit the use of traditional recipes
They focus solely on food critiques without cooking
What is one reason celebrity chefs are regarded as experts?
They have been recognised for their food creativity
They hold government regulatory positions
They avoid media appearances
They only cook in private kitchens
Which statement best summarises the overall impact of electronic media on food trends described in the section?
Television, internet and social media greatly influence food trends and presentation
Electronic media has minimal impact on food choices
Only television affects food trends, not internet or social platforms
Food trends are solely determined by restaurant menus
