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NOCTI Culinary Arts Review – Worksheet Questions

Total questions: 140

Worksheet time: 1hrs 10mins

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1.

Sanitary refers to the absence of:

a)

food

b)

unhealthy food

c)

micro organisms

d)

keeping tables clean

2.

When cleaning the slicer, you must first

a)

take all removable pieces off

b)

unplug the machine

c)

ask the supervisor

d)

close the blade

3.

Cutting boards are washed, rinsed, and sanitized in order to prevent

a)

prevent odors

b)

attract insects

c)

cross contamination

d)

mildew

4.

A bulging can means

a)

the can should be discounted

b)

should not be used, it could be spoiled

c)

the can is overfilled

d)

none of the above

5.

Cans should be rejected if

a)

they have rust on them

b)

are dented

c)

do not have a label on them

d)

all of the above

6.

One reason you should use color coded cutting boards for raw and cooked foods is

a)

Makes work easier

b)

Juices can make the floor slippery

c)

Each person should have their own cutting board for professionalism

d)

The bacteria of raw foods may transfer to the cooked foods

7.

When preparing rice pilaf, the correct ratio of liquid to rice is

a)

4 to 1

b)

3 to 1

c)

2 to 1

d)

1 to 1

8.

A commercial establishment usually does not use dried legumes because

a)

They attract mice

b)

They are susceptible to temperatures and moisture

c)

They have a long preparation period because they require soaking

d)

All of the above

9.

Which of the following is not a pasta product?

a)

tortellini

b)

rice

c)

elbow macaroni

d)

egg noodles

10.

Which method of cooking will preserve the most nutrients?

a)

frying

b)

baking

c)

boiling

d)

steaming

11.

How should cooked pasta be stored?

a)

tossed in oil and cover with clear film

b)

store uncovered

c)

store in water

d)

cover with a damp cloth

12.

By skimming the scum and fat off of a stock, the stock will become

a)

more clear

b)

thinner

c)

darker

d)

lighter

13.

Herbs tied in a cheesecloth are called

a)

julienne

b)

sache

c)

chaud froid

14.

A sauce that is made with clarified butter, pasteurized yolks, lemon juice, salt and water is called

a)

espagnole

b)

veloute

c)

hollandaise

d)

mayonnaise

15.

Oven timers are used as a/an

a)

set cooking time

b)

guide for cooking

c)

temperature recovery time

d)

none of the above

16.

The most common inventory method is called

a)

PULL

b)

PAR

c)

FIFO

d)

LIFO

17.

When storing chemicals, they

a)

Are stored in their original containers on the floor

b)

Are stored in bulk at the location of use

c)

Are stored separately from food

d)

may be stored with food if in their original container

18.

When grease spills on the floor, you should

a)

lay paper towel down over it

b)

pour salt over it

c)

clean it up when you get a chance

d)

wipe it up immediately

19.

A three compartment sink for pots and pans consist of hot soapy water, hot rinse water, and

a)

water with ammonia

b)

hot water with iodine

c)

water with a sanitizer solution

d)

water with a drying agent

20.

If the dishwashing machine jams, you should

a)

reach in and find what is wrong with it

b)

complain to the supervisor

c)

shut off the power and hot water

d)

wash dishes by hand

21.

The first and most important step to cleaning a slicer is

a)

remove all jewelry

b)

unplug the machine

c)

turn it off

d)

sanitize all parts

22.

If an accident happens in the kitchen, you must immediately

a)

report it to your supervisor

b)

go to the hospital

c)

apply first aid and return to work

d)

go home

23.

In the preparation of beef consommé, egg whites are used as a/an agent

a)

clarifying

b)

emulsifying

c)

thickening

d)

adhesive

24.

The difference between New England and Manhattan Clam Chowder is the use of

a)

onions

b)

carrots

c)

celery

d)

cream

25.

A spicy or pungent relish that is used to enhance the flavor of food:

a)

creole

b)

salsa

c)

garlic

d)

herb

26.

Which is not one of the five basic sauces?

a)

brown

b)

white

c)

gravy

d)

veloute

27.

Cream soups and cream sauces will often begin to break (curdle). What causes this condition?

a)

not enough cream in the recipe

b)

insufficient starch to stabilize the milk

c)

cooking temperature too high

d)

failure to thoroughly mix the thickeners

28.

A strong clear, clarified soup usually made with two kinds of meat.

a)

bouillon

b)

consommé

c)

chowder

d)

broth

29.

Which is not a reason for USDA inspection of meat?

a)

to destroy unfit meat

b)

to guarantee tenderness

c)

to prevent use of harmful substances in meat

d)

to prevent false labeling

30.

The highest quality for the grades of beef listed below is

a)

US CHOICE

b)

US COMMERCIAL

c)

US STANDARD

d)

US CUTTER

31.

The primary reason for weighing meats when received is

a)

the weight will change during storage

b)

the cost of the product

c)

meat companies always charge a weight different from the weight on the box

d)

to make sure the scale is accurate

32.

Selections on a menu should be decided by:

a)

Nutrition, , color, texture, and variety

b)

Low cost

c)

A and B

d)

None of the above

33.

Rotating stock and using the oldest first is a practice called:

a)

LIFO

b)

FIFO

c)

GRUMPY

d)

OPHRA

34.

Deliveries made by food purveyors will come with a

a)

requisition

b)

balance sheet

c)

invoice

d)

none of the above

35.

When handling flatware, you should handle it by

a)

bowl

b)

handle

c)

blade

d)

wedge

36.

Which quality is not desirable in buying fresh seafood.

a)

firm flesh

b)

bright eyes

c)

objectionable odor

d)

brown gills

37.

When using the duplicate guest check system, the duplicate copy is given to

a)

hostess

b)

customer

c)

cashier

d)

kitchen

38.

Products that are delivered damaged should be

a)

refused

b)

accepted and distributor called

c)

given back to the salesman

d)

thrown away

39.

15% gratuity on a bill of $200 is

a)

$40.00

b)

$33.75

c)

$30.00 (200 X .15)

d)

$15.00

40.

In American table service, any food item when possible, is served from

a)

the left of the guest

b)

the right of the guest

c)

neither side

d)

does not matter

41.

Suggestive selling techniques can lead to

a)

poor comment cards

b)

fewer covers, fewer tips

c)

angry customers

d)

higher sales

42.

Knowledgeable servers are also good salespeople because they

a)

can describe different foods for sale

b)

can talk to the hostess about seating

c)

can handle customer complaints

d)

know what they are doing

43.

Customer complaints offer opportunities for

a)

the server to learn from their mistakes

b)

the tools to know how to cook for the customers

c)

the organization to improve their service

d)

the guest to get free meals

44.

What is the proper order for service?

a)

Salad, entrée, soup, dessert

b)

Entrée, salad, rolls, beverage

c)

Soup, salad, entrée, dessert

d)

None of the above

45.

A function guarantee is

a)

a date for the function

b)

a deposit for the function

c)

a minimum number of people expected and for which payment will be made

d)

the time the dinner will be served

46.

Du jour in French means

a)

with ice cream

b)

the special

c)

of the day

d)

none of the above

47.

The greatest advantage to a limited menu is

a)

no waste

b)

Getting better employees

c)

Increase food quality

d)

The speed and production of service

48.

Good customer relations include

a)

Controlling one's temper and remaining calm in a heated discussion

b)

Not hesitating to admit a mistake

c)

Both A and B

d)

None of the above

49.

The straight dough method is

a)

blending flour, fat, and sugar

b)

creaming fats and sugars

c)

combining all the ingredients and mix

d)

blending liquid, yeast, and part of the flour

50.

Bread flour is generally used for most breads and rolls and is milled from

a)

hard wheat

b)

soft wheat

c)

bran

d)

whole wheat

51.

The primary leavening agent in the production of cakes is

a)

liquids

b)

eggs

c)

baking powder

d)

baking soda

52.

The leavening agent used in cake doughnuts is

a)

baking powder

b)

baking soda

c)

yeast

d)

cream of tartar

53.

Which of the following is leavened with egg white foam?

a)

angel food cakes

b)

meringues

c)

soufflés

d)

all of the above

54.

The sweetening agent that is secured by concentrating the juice of the sugar cane is

a)

10 X sugar

b)

Brown sugar

c)

Molasses

d)

Fructose

55.

New York style cheesecake is prepared with _____ cheese.

a)

cream

b)

cheddar

c)

swiss

d)

ricotta

56.

The consistency of frosting may be adjusted by the addition of

a)

butter

b)

liquid

c)

sugar

d)

all of the above

57.

In the original pound cake recipe, if 3 pounds of shortening and 3 pounds of flour are used, the amount of sugar used is

a)

1

b)

1 1/2

c)

3

d)

6

58.

One teaspoon equals

a)

1/2 tablespoon

b)

2 tablespoons

c)

1/3 tablespoons

d)

None of the above

59.

The number 4 on a ladle handle means

a)

4 servings

b)

4 ounces

c)

4 cups

d)

4 quarts

60.

The cost of ingredients is $1.20 and the food cost is 30 %. The final selling price is

a)

$0.40

b)

$2.50

c)

$3.60

d)

$3.90

61.

Which of the following is NOT an herb

a)

basil

b)

oregano

c)

mint

d)

salt

62.

The five categories of essential nutrients are

a)

meat, water fruit, vegetables, and grains

b)

water, carbohydrates, proteins, minerals, and vitamins

c)

carbohydrates, fats, protein, minerals and vitamins

d)

meat, vegetables, fruit, carbohydrates, and proteins

63.

Nutrients are certain chemical compounds that are present in food to

a)

build and repair body tissue

b)

supply needed energy

c)

regulate body processes

d)

all of the above

64.

The government guidelines for the daily intake of nutrients is

a)

USDA

b)

NRA

c)

ABC

d)

RDA

65.

All cookies should be the same size so they

a)

easy to market

b)

all fit onto the pan

c)

bake evenly

d)

will taste the same

66.

Pie crust that are prebaked are docked to prevent _____ during baking.

a)

shrinkage

b)

air bubbles from forming

67.

Poaching temperature is approximately

a)

212

b)

195

c)

165

d)

125

68.

When interviewing for employees, it is permissible to ask

a)

work experience

b)

age, sexual preference

c)

marital status

d)

religious affiliation

69.

Good traits of a leader should be:

a)

sex, age, and weight

b)

money, extrovertism

c)

empathy, self-awareness, and objectivity

d)

empathy, education, and money

70.

What is the first consideration a supervisor should have if an employee is injured on the job?

a)

cover the shift

b)

secure medical attention

c)

let employee go home for the rest of the day

d)

Correct the condition that led to the accident

71.

What is a garnish?

a)

An inexpensive piece of food

b)

An artistic complementing of a food item with other food items

c)

A sauce that covers the food

d)

Mixing of two food items

72.

Which is not considered a sandwich?

a)

hamburger

b)

BLT

c)

Pizza

d)

Sub

73.

Al dente means:

a)

Resistance to the bite

b)

With cheese

c)

Served individual

d)

With cream

74.

To retain color when cooking red cabbage you must

a)

simmer in a covered pan

b)

add acid

c)

add alkaline

d)

use lots of water

75.

Standard breading procedure is

a)

fresh bread crumbs

b)

flour, egg, and bread crumbs

c)

eggs only

d)

crumbs, eggwash, and flour

76.

When making mashed potatoes, they should be

a)

wet and cold

b)

hot and dry

c)

hot and gluey

d)

aldente

77.

To retain the nutritional value of green vegetables, which is the best method of cooking?

a)

boiling

b)

stewing

c)

steaming

d)

brazing

78.

To cut into small squares is called

a)

bard

b)

dice

c)

chop

d)

julienne

79.

When the pulp of tomatoes is cooked to a very heavy consistency, the resulting product is tomato

a)

paste

b)

soup

c)

puree

d)

sauce

80.

Accidents happen more with dull knives because

a)

sharp knives require more pressure

b)

dull knives require more pressure

c)

sharp knives require less pressure

d)

dull knives require less pressure

81.

What should be done to scrape down a mixing bowl with a spatula?

a)

increase the speed of the mixer and lower the bowl

b)

stop the mixer and lower the bowl

c)

reduce the speed of the mixer and lower the bowl

d)

lower the bowl and tip the bowel forward

82.

For effective mechanical dishwashing, which step is necessary?

a)

scraping and prewashing

b)

rinsing and sanitizing

c)

racking and air-drying

d)

all of the above

83.

The piece of equipment in which dough is put to rise at a controlled temperature and humidity is called a/an

a)

retarder

b)

proofbox

c)

oven

d)

freezer

84.

The oven that uses forced circulating air is called a _______ oven.

a)

revolving

b)

deck

c)

conventional

d)

convection

85.

Acceptable devices for measuring ingredients are

a)

ladles

b)

scales

c)

measuring cups

d)

all of the above

86.

A bakers bench is usually made of

a)

wood

b)

marble

c)

glass

d)

metal

87.

A commercial pot sink has to have how many compartments?

a)

one

b)

two

c)

three

d)

four

88.

The taste and quality of beef is influenced by the ____ of the animal.

a)

sex and shape

b)

age and size

c)

breed and age

d)

shape and size

89.

When meat is cooked by exposing it to an open flame, the method of cooking is called

a)

broiling

b)

pan-broiling

c)

sauté

d)

braising

90.

When sautéing, the item should be cooked using

a)

high heat, low fat

b)

low heat, high fat

c)

low heat, no fat

d)

all of the above

91.

To moisten foods during cooking with melted fat, meat drippings, juice, or liquids to add flavor and to retain moisture is called

a)

larding

b)

braising

c)

basting

d)

par baking

92.

The term used to refer to trimmed and cleaned poultry is called

a)

trussed

b)

eviscerated

c)

dressed

d)

drawn

93.

What cooking method does not result in browning of foods?

a)

deep-frying

b)

stir-frying

c)

broiling

d)

blanching

94.

Tuna, swordfish, and mackerel are considered what kind of fish?

a)

fatty

b)

firm-white

c)

flaky-white

d)

long-bodied

95.

The most common egg size used in cooking are

a)

small

b)

large

c)

extra large

d)

jumbo

96.

What term establishes high standards for a fruit juice?

a)

from concentrate

b)

canned

c)

frozen

d)

fresh squeezed

97.

A blend of eggs and water that is brushed over baked products before cooking is called

a)

starch wash

b)

syrup wash

c)

egg wash

d)

base wash

98.

Salt is kept away from direct contact from yeast because

a)

it shortens fermentation

b)

it retards yeast reaction

c)

it causes too much acetic acid development

d)

does not do anything to yeast

99.

Frozen unbaked bread products should not be put into the proof box until they are

a)

allowed to rise

b)

half thawed out

c)

thawed out

d)

washed

100.

In the formula for cakes, the percentage of the other ingredients is based on the weight of

a)

sugar

b)

flour

c)

butter

d)

liquid

101.

If pastry flour was used in a recipe instead of cake flour, the cake would lack?

a)

volume

b)

color

c)

taste

d)

none of the above

102.

Fresh yeast can be destroyed by

a)

chilling

b)

exposing them to oxygen enrich atmosphere

c)

heating to 136

d)

adding sugar

103.

Conditioning of the gluten during mixing is called

a)

fermentation

b)

development

c)

aging

d)

molding

104.

Of the following pies, which involves the baking of the crust with the filling?

a)

lemon meringue

b)

coconut cream

c)

egg custard

d)

lemon chiffon

105.

If a recipe calls for chocolate base and one uses cocoa, one must add what ingredient to the mix?

a)

shortening

b)

milk

c)

water

d)

baking soda

106.

One way to keep the shape and nutrition when cooking fruit is to

a)

poach

b)

sauté

c)

deep fry

107.

In preparation of making croquettes, eggs are used as a/an _____ agent

a)

clarifying

b)

adhesive

c)

thickening

108.

When storing cooked and properly cooled pasta you should

a)

store in water

b)

store uncovered

c)

cover with a damp cloth

109.

The ratio of water to converted rice is

a)

1 to 1

b)

2 to 1

c)

3 to 1

110.

When cooking dry legumes, they should

a)

simmer

b)

boil

c)

stew

111.

Which is not considered a pasta?

a)

macaroni

b)

lasagna

c)

rice

112.

The best way to preserve the nutrients in a potato is to

a)

boil

b)

bake

c)

fry

113.

When making rice pilaf, the rice is _____ then _____

a)

sautéed, baked

b)

browned, steamed

c)

boiled, baked

114.

A baked potato is ready to serve when it feels

a)

soft and mealy

b)

firm to the bite

c)

crisp and dry

115.

What type of rice is preferred for oriental dishes

a)

wild

b)

brown

c)

short

116.

Standard cheesecake is prepared with _____ cheese.

a)

cream

b)

ricotta

c)

cottage

117.

The difference in Manhattan and New England clam chowder is

a)

cream

b)

carrots

c)

celery

118.

When making stocks, skimming the fat and scum off the top makes a _____ stock

a)

darker

b)

clearer

c)

richer

119.

Equal parts flour and fat produce

a)

pate a choux

b)

roux

c)

crème brulee

120.

How many 5 ounce portions of soup would be yielded from 2 quarts of soup

a)

12

b)

13

c)

11

121.

Which liquid will produce a nutritious sauce

a)

vegetable water

b)

tap water

c)

distilled water

122.

Herbs that are tied together in cheesecloth and added to a liquid are called

a)

chaud froid

b)

bouquet garni

c)

brochette

123.

A natural juice is called

a)

broth

b)

stock

c)

au jus

124.

The grand sauce name for a white sauce is called

a)

bechamel

b)

espagnole

c)

veloute

125.

Clarified butter, egg yolks, and lemon juice make a _____ sauce

a)

espagnole

b)

hollandaise

c)

bechamel

126.

The quality of beef is influenced by the _____ of the animal

a)

size and shape

b)

breed and age

c)

age and size

127.

The highest grade of a rib roast is

a)

good

b)

choice

c)

standard

128.

The choice cut of steak from the hindquarter of beef is

a)

sirloin

b)

flank

c)

rib

129.

The choice cut of beef from the forequarter is

a)

flank

b)

brisket

c)

rib

130.

The steak that is most in need of marinating and tenderization is

a)

porterhouse

b)

swiss

c)

strip

131.

Where should the thermometer be placed when checking the internal temperature of turkey

a)

leg

b)

breast

c)

backbone

132.

The term cleaned and trimmed with poultry is

a)

drawn

b)

dressed

c)

trussed

133.

The white cuts of a chicken are the

a)

thigh and wing

b)

breast and wing

c)

thigh and leg

134.

Radiant heat from above is called

a)

sautéing

b)

broiling

c)

braising

135.

Which cooking method does not brown?

a)

boiling

b)

sautéing

c)

deep-frying

136.

In the sauté process, food should be dredged in

a)

flour

b)

breadcrumbs

c)

crackers

137.

A steak that is cold in the center is called

a)

rare

b)

medium

c)

neither

138.

Which oil is used to deep-fry

a)

butter

b)

bacon fat

c)

vegetable

139.

Meat that is exposed to an open flame uses the cooking method

a)

braising

b)

broiling

c)

sauté

140.

Tuna is considered a _____ fish.

a)

meaty

b)

firm-white

c)

flaky-white