Intro to Culinary Midterm Review
Fin fish
145 F
Fresh steaks, veal, lamb
145 F
Egg dishes
160 F
Ground beef
160 F
Leftovers
165 F
Whole poultry
165 F
Which of the following temperature ranges is required for refrigeration storage? A. 41 F or lower B. 50 F or lower C. Between 50 F and 41 F D. Between 50 F and 31 F
A. 41 F or lower
Which of the following is an example of a Summer fruit? A. Bananas B. Kiwis C. Peaches D. Pineapples
A. Bananas
Julie is a home cook in the United States, which measuring system is she most likely to use? A. Customary B. Metric C. Scientific D. Conventional
A. Customary
Which of the following do measuring tools NOT measure? A. Gases B. Solids C. Liquids D. Flour
A. Gases
To prevent the enzymatic browning of cut fruits such as pears, which of the following can be used? A. Lemon juice in water B. Orange juice in water C. Lemon zest in water D. Orange zest in water
A. Lemon juice in water
Which of the following choices describes what bread pans are made of? A. Metal B. Marble C. Plastic D. Granite
A. Metal
One gram is approximately equal to the mass of which of the following? A. One dry kidney bean B. One snap pea C. One head of lettuce D. One cup of water
A. One dry kidney bean
Nancy is peeling apples, which is the correct knife for her to use? A. Paring knife B. Carving knife C. Chef knife D. Boning knife
A. Paring knife
Which of the following is known as a waxy potato? A. Red potato B. Idaho Russet potato C. Yucca D. Sweet potato
A. Red potato
Which of the following is the temperature at which a given oil will begin to smoke? A. Smoke point B. Smoke level C. Smoking temperature D. Smoking index
A. Smoke point
Which of the following are the bark, roots, seeds, buds, or berries of an aromatic plant? A. Spices B. Herbs C. Vegetables D. Fruits
A. Spices
Fresh herbs should be added as close to the end of cooking time as possible. A. True B. False
A. True
Which of the following choices describes a meat fork? A. Has a tube connected to a rubber bulb B. A large tool with two prongs attached to a handle C. Can also be called a scraper D. Is used for mixing foods together
B. A large tool with two prongs attached to a handle
Which of the following choices describes a meat fork? A. Has a tube connected to a rubber bulb B. A large tool with two prongs attached to a handle C. Can also be called a scraper D. Is used for mixing foods together
B. A larger tool with prongs attached to a handle
Which of the following should be at least blanched prior to serving because it is very tough and fibrous? A. Broccoli B. Brussels sprouts C. Cauliflower D. Green leaf cabbage
B. Brussels sprouts
Which of the following impacts the heat level of a pepper? A. Color B. Capsaicin C. Amount of stem D. Curve of the pepper
B. Capsaicin
Which of the following items was used to help remove water from the grated potatoes? A. Colander B. Cheese cloth C. Cheese grater D. Shroud cloth
B. Cheese cloth
Apples emit which of the following gases which causes fruits to ripen? A. Propane B. Ethylene C. Methane D. Carbon dioxide
B. Ethylene
In order for food to cook, which of the following must be applied to the food? A. Butter B. Heat C. Moisture D. Salt
B. Heat
Which of the following are the leaves, stems or flowers of an aromatic plant? A. Spices B. Herbs C. Vegetables D. Fruits
B. Herbs
Which of the following involves inserting long, thin strips of fat into a large, naturally lean piece of meat with a special needle before cooking to baste the meat from the inside? A. Barding B. Larding C. Marinating D. Roasting
B. Larding
Which of the following is a measuring term used in the metric system? A. Tablespoon B. Liter C. Teaspoon D. Cup
B. Liter
Which of the following is true of skillets? A. May also be called saucepans B. May also be called frying pans C. Are deep round containers used for liquids D. Are only used with dry goods
B. May also be called frying pans
Which of the following should never be used to warm food in a metal container? A. Toaster oven B. Microwave C. Griddle D. Oven
B. Microwave
Which of the following combines a cooktop and oven into one appliance? A. Oven B. Range C. Refrigerator D. Cooktop
B. Range
Which of the following can be added to eggplants to remove moisture? A. Black pepper B. Salt C. Flour D. Vinegar
B. Salt
Which of the following is the presence of chlorophyll in a potato? A. The eyes of the potato B. Solanine C. Mold D. Loose skin
B. Solanine
Most foods service operations do not keep produce longer than which of the following time periods? A. Two days B. Three days C. Four days D. Five days
B. Three days
Which of the following is NOT a fine herb? A. Parsley B. Thyme C. Rosemary D. Basil
B. Thyme
A resinous herb is going to have almost a more ______ stem to it. A. Softlike B. Treelike C. Branch-like D. Fine herbs
B. Treelike
Which of the following is NOT a quality grade for fresh fruits and vegetables? A. U.S. Fancy B. U.S. Delicious C. U.S. Number 1 D. U.S. Number 2
B. U.S. Delicious
Which of the following is NOT a category of fruits? A. Summer fruit B. Winter fruit C. Autumn fruit D. Tropical fruit
C. Autumn fruit
Which of the following is NOT a desired characteristic of a storage area for herbs and spices? A. Cool B. Dark C. Away from air D. Near a window
C. Away from air
Which of the following are shallow dishes designed for oven use? A. Cookie sheets B. Pie pans C. Baking dishes D. Break pans
C. Baking dishes
Which of the following CANNOT be stored at refrigeration temperatures? A. Apples B. Oranges C. Bananas D. Grapes
C. Bananas
Which of the following is NOT a resinous herb? A. Oregano B. Rosemary C. Bay leaf D. Sage
C. Bay leaf
Which of the following comes in a variety of sizes such as Bundt, round, shaped form and square? A. Muffin pans B. Pie pans C. Cake pans D. Mixing bowls
C. Cake pans
Which of the following is a con of tools made of metal? A. Easy to clean B. Does not foster bacterial growth C. Can scratch other surfaces D. Non-porous
C. Can scratch other surfaces
Which of the following are flat, rectangular sheets designed for foods such as cookies and pizza? A. Baking dishes B. Bread pans C. Cookie Sheets D. Cake Pans
C. Cookie sheets
Which of the following is NOT a member of the stalk family? A. Celery B. Asparagus C. Corn D. Rhubarb
C. Corn
Which kitchen tool is meant to protect countertops from damage? A. Kitchen shears B. Bread knives C. Cutting boards D. Baking dishes
C. Cutting boards
Which of the following is a cooking technique which involves food being completely immersed in hot fat and fried until it is done? A. Stir-frying B. Pan-frying C. Deep-frying D. Sauteing
C. Deep-frying
Which of the following is a round cut? A. Small dice B. Medium dice C. Diagonal D. Julienne
C. Diagonal
WHich of the following reads the internal temperature of foods? A. Sifter B. Appliance thermometer C. Food thermometer D. Ladle
C. Food thermometer
Which of the following correctly defines mass? A. Mass is the quantity of a three dimensional space occupied by a liquid B. Mass is the width of an object C. Mass is the measurement of how much matter is in an object D. Mass is the quantity of a three dimensional space occupied by a solid
C. Mass is the measurement of how much matter is in an object
Which of the following herbs can be used in desserts? A. Sage B. Dill C. Mint D. Cilantro
C. Mint
Which of the following is true for all cutting tools? A. Must be washed and dried by hand B. Must be sanitized with bleach and water C. Must be washed after every use D. Must never be sanitized
C. Must be washed after every use
Which of the following should not be measured with a dry measuring cup? A. Flour B. Sugar C. Oil D. Peanut Butter
C. Oil
If you need to leave your work area, which of the following should you do with your knife? A. Place the knife in the sink to be washed at a later time B. Leave the knife on top of your work area C. Place the knife beneath the corner of the cutting board D. Place the knife in the sanitation bucket
C. Place the knife beneath the corner of the cutting board
Which of the following is a major kitchen appliance? A. Blender B. Mixer C. Range D. Processor
C. Range
Which of the following is a large spoon with holes and/or wide slits? A. Icing spatula B. Wooden spoon C. Slotted spoon D. Ladle
C. Slotted spoon
Which of the following is NOT a characteristic which impacts the quality grade of a fruit or vegetable? A. Color B. Size C. Taste D. Shape
C. Taste
Which of the following is a small kitchen appliance? A. Oven B. Range C. Toaster D. Cooktop
C. Toaster
Which of the following may be used to stir foods in a skillet? A. Whisk B. Slotted Spoon C. Wooden spoon D. Turning spatula
C. Wooden spoon
Kitchen tool used for many purposes, including moisture removal
Cheesecloth
Preparation of food for human consumption
Cooking
Methods used for preparing foods, including dry-heat, moist-heat and combination cooking
Cooking Methods
Solid surface made of plastic, wood or other materials used to safely cut food products
Cutting Board
Which of the following describes a ladle? A. A tool with a tube connected to a rubber bulb B. A tool designed to open cans, jars and bottles C. A deep spoon with large teeth around the edges D. A deep spoon with a long handle which holds and serves liquids
D. A deep spoon with a long handle which holds and serves liquids
If a fruit needs to ripen it can be stored in which of the following temperature ranges? A. Between 35 F and 40 F B. Between 45 F and 50 F C. Between 55 F and 60 F D. Between 65 F and 70 F
D. Between 65 F and 70 F
Joe is looking for a knife which can be used as an all purpose knife in his kitchen. Which should he purchase? A. Bread knife B. Carving knife C. Boning knife D. Chef knife
D. Chef knife
Which of the following should you not do before preparing food? A. Secure hair B. Wash hands with warm soapy water C. Review the recipe D. Clean the cooking area with bleach
D. Clean the cooking area with bleach
Which of the following is NOT an example of a fruit which is commonly thought of as a vegetable? A. Avocado B. Tomato C. Cucumber D. Coconut
D. Coconut
_______ less of a stalky stem than resinous herbs. A. Resinous herbs B. Spices C. Vegetables D. Fine herbs
D. Fine herbs
Which of the following is an example of a Tropical fruit? A. Apples B. Peaches C. Strawberries D. Kiwis
D. Kiwis
Which of the following is not a common material used to make cutting boards? A. Plastic B. Glass C. Marble D. Metal
D. Metal
Which cooking method was used to cook the potato latkes by Chef Land? A. Stir-frying B. Deep-frying C. Sauteing D. Pan-frying
D. Pan-frying
Kitchen tools are NOT made from which of the following materials? A. Glass B. Wood C. Silicone D. Plexiglass
D. Plexiglass
Which of the following is NOT a root? A. Carrot B. Beet C. Radish D. Potato
D. Potato
Which of the following is NOT on the label? A. Name of the product B. Date C. Expiration date D. Storage location
D. Storage location
Green, leafy vegetables contain a high level of which of the following? A. Iron B. Magnesium C. Calcium D. Vitamin D
D. Vitamin D
Which of the following is NOT a flowering vegetable? A. Broccoli B. Brussels sprouts C. Cauliflower D. Zucchini
D. Zucchini
Cooking method utilizing direct of indirect heat including broiling, grilling, roasting, or baking
Dry-Heat Cooking
Engineering the flavors and other factors to improve prepared foods
Flavoring
Temperatures for meat products and other foods regulated to keep the finished product safe and free of bacteria
Internal Temperature Requirements
Tool used for identifying food items within the kitchen according to date prepared or other important factors
Labels
Cooking method utilizing water or other liquids including poaching, simmering, boiling, blanching and steaming
Moist Heat Cooking
Cooking technique used to fry foods with oils in a frying pan
Pan-Frying
Regulating the size of a serving
Portion control
Using spices or other ingredients to improve the flavor of foods
Seasoning
Temperature at which oil will begin to smoke
Smoke Point
Regulated date for food safety; used to protect consumers and inform food preparers of freshness entities
Use-by-Date