Fruits and Grains

Which of the following is not a type of pear?

Crenshaw

This fruit is known as the "bread of the desert."

Dates

A boysenberry is a hybrid of what two berries?

Dewberry and loganberry

A blacker peel means a less sugary banana. TRUE FALSE

False

A good pear will have softness at its blossom end. TRUE FALSE

False

A plantain is a variety of banana that can be used for the same culinary purposes. TRUE FALSE

False

Citrus fruit will ripen after being picked. TRUE FALSE

False

Grape varieties are only grown in North America. TRUE FALSE

False

Since the different types of apples are all genetically related, any type of apple can be substituted in a recipe that uses apples. TRUE FALSE

False

Slightly duller colored citrus fruits are more acidic and more juicy. TRUE FALSE

False

Strawberries and loganberries are closely related. TRUE FALSE

False

The wheat germ, or embryo of the plant, does not contain many vitamins. TRUE FALSE

False

The seeds in watermelon are bunched in a hollow in the center of the melon. TRUE FALSE

False , it is dispersed throughout the flesh

Navel oranges are bitter oranges, which are used to make marmalades. TRUE FALSE

False, bergamots

A freestone fruit is a fruit without a pit. TRUE FALSE

False, it is just not attached to the pit

Wheat germ is the whole grain minus the husk. TRUE FALSE

False, that is wheat berries

A La Normardie refers to classic French dishes prepared with pears. TRUE FALSE

False, that is with apples

A peach is a clingstone fruit. TRUE FALSE

False, they are free stone

All of the following are stone fruits EXCEPT:

Gala apples

Which of these is not a fruit category?

Hard Fruits

_____________ are the most commonly used fruit used in culinary.

Lemon

Which of these citrus fruits is the most perishable?

Limes

A recipe calls for raspberries and blackberries, but you are out of these berries. Which of the following would be the best substitute for these berries based on flavor and color?

Loganberry:

Converted grain and basmati are varieties of what type of rice?

Long Grain

Which fruit is the number on selling fruit in the world?

Mango

Which of these is a small, high-protein grain that looks like couscous and is a staple of North Africa and much of Asia?

Millet

Which of the following is true about melons?

Muskmelons should be stored in a plastic bag to protect other fruits from the musky smell.

Pomes turn brown once they are cut/bruised and exposed to __________________.

Oxygen

Figs, papaya, and which other fruit contains enzymes that can be extracted and used as meat tenderizers?

Pineapple

Which of the following is more likely to be used as a vegetable than a fruit?

Plantains

Which tropical or exotic fruit contains arils?

Pomegranate

Which of the following is FALSE regarding pomes?

Pomes are known as the true fruits due to the arrangement of the seeds in their cores.

Which of these is a very fine grain that cooks up light and fluffy like rice?

Quinoa

What are the two known varieties of almonds?

Sweet & Bitter

The process of scoring and pushing out the flesh of a mango in preparation for cutting it is called hedgehogging. TRUE FALSE

True

Wheat berries need to soak before they are steamed. True or False

True

Wheat is primarily used in flour. TRUE FALSE

True

California grapes are of the __________ variety.

Vitis vinifera

Which of the following should you do to correctly store berries?

Wait to wash until just before use

Watermelons should be stored ___________________, and muskmelons ___________________.

at room temperature; refrigerated

The pecan is a low-fat nut. TRUE FALSE

false

Years ago, pistachios were dyed, but are no longer due to health concerns. TRUE FALSE

false

Rough scars indicate a well ripened melon. TRUE FALSE

false, it means that they were picked too early

Peaches ripen off the vine, so they can be picked when green and still reach their best quality and flavor. TRUE FALSE

false, they only ripen on the vine

Which of the following is a tropical fruit?

kiwi

One of the most tart citrus fruits is the _______________, while one of the least tart is the ____________________.

lemon, tangerine

A fruit must contain one or more seeds. TRUE FALSE

true

Pine nuts are actually the seeds of pine cones. TRUE FALSE

true

The cashew nut is attached to the cashew apple. true or false

true

All but which of these are natural ingredients in grapes used to make wine?

Tannins

How do pistachio nuts become white?

They are blanched

Which of the following is FALSE regarding bananas?

They should be stored in the refrigerator to lengthen shelf life.

Bananas, figs, and mangoes are examples of what kind of fruit?

Tropical and Exotic

A good watermelon should sound hollow when you knock on it. TRUE FALSE

True

A hybrid fruit is a crossbreed of different species that are genetically similar.

True

Apples should be stored separately from other ethylene producing fruits. TRUE FALSE

True

Because they are so closely related, blackberries and raspberries have been crossbred into many different berries. TRUE FALSE

True

Brown rice takes longer to cook than white rice. TRUE FALSE

True

Cherries come in both sweet and sour varieties. TRUE FALSE

True

Citrus fruit for zesting should be unwaxed. True or False

True

Grapes will store in perforated plastic bags for up to two weeks in the refrigerator. TRUE FALSE

True

Hazelnuts have shells that fall off within days of picking. TRUE FALSE

True

Mandarins are technically oranges. TRUE FALSE

True

Only the liquid inside the coconut is used in cooking. TRUE FALSE

True

Peaches can be briefly deep-fried for skin removal. TRUE FALSE

True

Peanuts are not nuts, but actually members of the legume family. TRUE FALSE

True

Quinces are usually eaten raw but can be used in pies and marmalades. TRUE FALSE

True