2nd Quarter Exam TLE Doguitom Grade 8
  • 1. Which tool is best used to remove the skin of fruits and vegetables such as carrots and potatoes?
A) Peeler
B) Grater
C) Knife
D) Slice
  • 2. Which equipment is commonly used to sterilize jars and bottles before filling them with processed fruits?
A) Freezer
B) Blender
C) Steamer
D) Chopping board
  • 3. What is the main purpose of using a cutting board when slicing fruits and vegetables?
A) To avoid messy hands
B) To protect the table and ensure safe cutting
C) To make food sweeter
D) To decorate the table
  • 4. Which tool is most appropriate for removing the core of apples and similar fruits?
A) Corer
B) Grater
C) B. Peeler
D) Blender
  • 5. If you need to blend fruits into a smooth puree, which equipment should you use?
A) Slicer
B) Blender
C) Knife
D) Freezer
  • 6. A paring knife is best used for:
A) Crushing ice
B) Cutting wood
C) Peeling and trimming small fruits and vegetables
D) Opening jars
  • 7. Which equipment is used to remove air and seal food in plastic packaging for storage?
A) Vacuum sealer
B) Pressure cooker
C) Refrigerator
D) Peeler
  • 8. A colander or strainer is mainly used to:
A) Drain excess water from fruits and vegetables
B) Chop vegetables
C) Boil water
D) Measure ingredients
  • 9. Which of the following is the most appropriate tool for grating carrots for a salad?
A) Spoon
B) Blender
C) Grater
D) Knife
  • 10. What tool is used to measure ingredients accurately in fruit and vegetable processing?
A) Chopping board
B) Frying pan
C) Knife
D) Measuring cups and spoons
  • 11. If you want to store fruits and vegetables at a low temperature to prolong shelf life, which equipment is needed?
A) Steamer
B) Refrigerator
C) Peeler
D) Oven
  • 12. Which tool is best for cutting fruits and vegetables into uniform slices?
A) Peeler
B) Knife and slicer
C) Steamer
D) Grater
  • 13. When preparing pickled vegetables, what equipment is used to heat and sterilize the mixture in jars?
A) Steamer or water bath canner
B) Peeler
C) Knife
D) Blender
  • 14. A weighing scale is important in processing fruits and vegetables because it:
A) Decorates the kitchen
B) Cuts vegetables faster
C) Measures the correct quantity of ingredients
D) Makes food taste better
  • 15. Which equipment is essential for storing processed fruits and vegetables in airtight condition to prevent spoilage?
A) Jar or container with tight lid
B) Basket
C) Knife
D) Plate
  • 16. What is the most likely cause when jelly is too soft?
A) Too much acid in the mixture
B) Too little juice in the mixture
C) Overcooking the mixture
D) Too much sugar used
  • 17. Which of the following can cause jelly to be too stiff?
A) Too much sugar
B) Too little pectin
C) Not enough cooking
D) Too little acid
  • 18. If jelly appears too syrupy, what may have happened during processing?
A) Not straining the fruit
B) Overcooking
C) Too much pectin
D) Too much sugar and too little pectin or acid
  • 19. A jelly turns cloudy. Which is the most common cause?
A) Overboiling
B) Fruit not strained well
C) Too little pectin
D) Insufficient sugar
  • 20. What may cause weeping jam (falling in drops)?
A) Excess sugar
B) Too little or insufficient pectin
C) Insufficient cooling
D) Overcooking
  • 21. Which of the following is a possible cause of slack jam (not firm)?
A) Too much acid
B) Poor straining
C) Overcooking
D) Too little pectin
  • 22. Crystals forming in jam after storage is most likely due to:
A) Too much pectin
B) Not straining well
C) Too little acid
D) Too much sugar
  • 23. A jam or jelly becomes discolored. What may have caused this?
A) Overcooling
B) Possible reaction with metal or prolonged boiling
C) Insufficient sugar
D) Too little acid
  • 24. The presence of mold or yeast in the finished product is most likely due to:
A) Contamination prior to sealing
B) Too little sugar
C) Overcooking
D) Too much pectin
  • 25. Which of the following prevents crystallization in jelly or jam?
A) Cooling too slowly
B) Prolonged standing after cooking
C) Proper measurement of sugar and pectin
D) Adding more sugar
  • 26. Varieties of fruits are prepared by boiling the whole or pieces of fruit pulp with sugar to moderately thick consistency, without retaining the shape of the fruit
A) Jam
B) Marmalade
C) Candied
D) Jellies
  • 27. Gelatinous products obtained by boiling fruit juices with sugar, with or without the addition of pectin and food acids
A) Marmalade
B) Pickling
C) Candied
D) Jellies
  • 28. preserving fruits and vegetables using lactid acid
A) Jam
B) Marmalade
C) Pickling
D) Candied
  • 29. A coating of a glossy, often sweet mixture applied to food
A) Candied
B) Marmalde
C) Pickling
D) Jam
  • 30. A Sweet preserve with a bitter tang taste made from fruit, sugar, water, and a gelling agent.
A) Marmalade
B) Jam
C) Pickling
D) Candied
  • 31. What is the main purpose of sanitation in food processing?
A) To prevent contamination and foodborne illnesses
B) To make food taste better
C) To make the work area look clean
D) To increase food production
  • 32. Which of the following is the most effective way to prevent cross-contamination?
A) Washing hands frequently
B) Wearing jewelry while processing
C) Using the same cutting board for meat and vegetables
D) Wiping hands on clothing
  • 33. What is the minimum recommended time for handwashing before handling food?
A) 1 minute
B) 10 seconds
C) 3 seconds
D) 20 seconds
  • 34. Which of the following should not be worn in food processing areas?
A) Gloves
B) Hairnet
C) Rings and bracelets
D) Clean apron
  • 35. Which statement best describes food contamination?
A) Unwanted substances or microorganisms in food
B) Cooling food before serving
C) Adding seasonings to food
D) Cooking food at high temperatures
  • 36. Why should hair be covered with a hairnet during food processing?
A) To make work faster
B) To prevent hair from falling into the food
C) To look more professional
D) To keep the hair warm
  • 37. What should be done if a worker has a wound or cut on the hand?
A) Continue working with bare hands
B) Wash only once a day
C) Ignore it
D) Wear gloves and cover it with a waterproof bandage
  • 38. Which of the following is an example of a good personal hygiene practice in food processing?
A) Wearing nail polish
B) Using dirty gloves
C) Washing hands after touching raw food
D) Touching hair while working
  • 39. Why is it important to sanitize equipment regularly?
A) To make work easier
B) To follow trends
C) To make the equipment shiny
D) To prevent bacteria from multiplying
  • 40. Which of the following is an example of physical contamination?
A) Salmonella in chicken
B) Bacteria on food
C) Hair or plastic pieces in food
D) Mold growth
  • 41. What is the first step in proper handwashing before handling food?
A) Applying soap directly
B) Rubbing hands on clothing
C) Drying hands with a towel
D) Wetting hands with clean running water
  • 42. What should food handlers do when they sneeze or cough while working?
A) Cough into their hands and continue
B) Sneeze near the food
C) Cover their mouth with a tissue, wash hands, and return to work
D) Ignore it
  • 43. Which of the following best prevents chemical contamination?
A) Storing chemicals near food
B) Properly labeling and storing chemicals away from food
C) Mixing detergents with water used for cooking
D) Spraying pesticides in the kitchen
  • 44. What is the most critical step in cleaning and sanitizing food contact surfaces?
A) Rinsing with dirty water
B) Washing, rinsing, and sanitizing properly
C) Washing with soap only
D) Wiping with cloth
  • 45. What should be done if a piece of equipment is damaged or broken?
A) Repair or replace it immediately
B) Clean it only
C) Continue to use it
D) Ignore it
  • 46. Which personal habit should not be practiced in a food processing area?
A) Wearing a hairnet
B) Using gloves
C) Handwashing
D) Smoking
  • 47. Pests in food processing areas can cause:
A) Food contamination and disease
B) Faster production
C) Cleaner environment
D) More storage space
  • 48. Which of the following best describes cross-contamination?
A) Bacteria spreading from one food to another
B) Food getting dirty from the floor
C) Using gloves while cooking
D) Storing food in clean containers
  • 49. Why should foods be stored properly in sealed containers?
A) To avoid cleaning often
B) To prevent spoilage and contamination
C) To make them look nice
D) To take up more space
  • 50. Why is training workers in food safety important?
A) To reduce the cost of production
B) To allow them to work less
C) To make them cook faster
D) To ensure safe food handling and prevent contamination
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