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