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) Knife
C) Slice
D) Grater
  • 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 avoid messy hands
B) To decorate the table
C) To protect the table and ensure safe cutting
D) To make food sweeter
  • 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) Knife
B) Freezer
C) Slicer
D) Blender
  • 6. A paring knife is best used for:
A) Opening jars
B) Peeling and trimming small fruits and vegetables
C) Cutting wood
D) Crushing ice
  • 7. Which equipment is used to remove air and seal food in plastic packaging for storage?
A) Pressure cooker
B) Vacuum sealer
C) Peeler
D) Refrigerator
  • 8. A colander or strainer is mainly used to:
A) Boil water
B) Drain excess water from fruits and vegetables
C) Measure ingredients
D) Chop vegetables
  • 9. Which of the following is the most appropriate tool for grating carrots for a salad?
A) Grater
B) Knife
C) Blender
D) Spoon
  • 10. What tool is used to measure ingredients accurately in fruit and vegetable processing?
A) Chopping board
B) Measuring cups and spoons
C) Frying pan
D) Knife
  • 11. If you want to store fruits and vegetables at a low temperature to prolong shelf life, which equipment is needed?
A) Refrigerator
B) Oven
C) Peeler
D) Steamer
  • 12. Which tool is best for cutting fruits and vegetables into uniform slices?
A) Steamer
B) Grater
C) Peeler
D) Knife and slicer
  • 13. When preparing pickled vegetables, what equipment is used to heat and sterilize the mixture in jars?
A) Knife
B) Steamer or water bath canner
C) Peeler
D) Blender
  • 14. A weighing scale is important in processing fruits and vegetables because it:
A) Makes food taste better
B) Measures the correct quantity of ingredients
C) Decorates the kitchen
D) Cuts vegetables faster
  • 15. Which equipment is essential for storing processed fruits and vegetables in airtight condition to prevent spoilage?
A) Basket
B) Jar or container with tight lid
C) Plate
D) Knife
  • 16. What is the most likely cause when jelly is too soft?
A) Too little juice in the mixture
B) Too much acid 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) Not enough cooking
C) Too little acid
D) Too little pectin
  • 18. If jelly appears too syrupy, what may have happened during processing?
A) Overcooking
B) Too much sugar and too little pectin or acid
C) Not straining the fruit
D) Too much pectin
  • 19. A jelly turns cloudy. Which is the most common cause?
A) Too little pectin
B) Overboiling
C) Insufficient sugar
D) Fruit not strained well
  • 20. What may cause weeping jam (falling in drops)?
A) Excess sugar
B) Overcooking
C) Too little or insufficient pectin
D) Insufficient cooling
  • 21. Which of the following is a possible cause of slack jam (not firm)?
A) Poor straining
B) Overcooking
C) Too much acid
D) Too little pectin
  • 22. Crystals forming in jam after storage is most likely due to:
A) Not straining well
B) Too much pectin
C) Too much sugar
D) Too little acid
  • 23. A jam or jelly becomes discolored. What may have caused this?
A) Insufficient sugar
B) Overcooling
C) Too little acid
D) Possible reaction with metal or prolonged boiling
  • 24. The presence of mold or yeast in the finished product is most likely due to:
A) Too little sugar
B) Too much pectin
C) Contamination prior to sealing
D) Overcooking
  • 25. Which of the following prevents crystallization in jelly or jam?
A) Prolonged standing after cooking
B) Adding more sugar
C) Proper measurement of sugar and pectin
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) Jam
B) Jellies
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) Jellies
B) Marmalade
C) Candied
D) Pickling
  • 28. preserving fruits and vegetables using lactid acid
A) Jam
B) Marmalade
C) Candied
D) Pickling
  • 29. A coating of a glossy, often sweet mixture applied to food
A) Pickling
B) Jam
C) Marmalde
D) Candied
  • 30. A Sweet preserve with a bitter tang taste made from fruit, sugar, water, and a gelling agent.
A) Candied
B) Pickling
C) Jam
D) Marmalade
  • 31. What is the main purpose of sanitation in food processing?
A) To prevent contamination and foodborne illnesses
B) To make the work area look clean
C) To increase food production
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) 1 minute
B) 3 seconds
C) 10 seconds
D) 20 seconds
  • 34. Which of the following should not be worn in food processing areas?
A) Clean apron
B) Rings and bracelets
C) Hairnet
D) Gloves
  • 35. Which statement best describes food contamination?
A) Adding seasonings to food
B) Cooling food before serving
C) Unwanted substances or microorganisms in food
D) Cooking food at high temperatures
  • 36. Why should hair be covered with a hairnet during food processing?
A) To look more professional
B) To prevent hair from falling into the food
C) To keep the hair warm
D) To make work faster
  • 37. What should be done if a worker has a wound or cut on the hand?
A) Wash only once a day
B) Ignore it
C) Continue working with bare hands
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) Using dirty gloves
B) Washing hands after touching raw food
C) Wearing nail polish
D) Touching hair while working
  • 39. Why is it important to sanitize equipment regularly?
A) To make work easier
B) To make the equipment shiny
C) To prevent bacteria from multiplying
D) To follow trends
  • 40. Which of the following is an example of physical contamination?
A) Mold growth
B) Bacteria on food
C) Salmonella in chicken
D) Hair or plastic pieces in food
  • 41. What is the first step in proper handwashing before handling food?
A) Drying hands with a towel
B) Applying soap directly
C) Wetting hands with clean running water
D) Rubbing hands on clothing
  • 42. What should food handlers do when they sneeze or cough while working?
A) Sneeze near the food
B) Cover their mouth with a tissue, wash hands, and return to work
C) Cough into their hands and continue
D) Ignore it
  • 43. Which of the following best prevents chemical contamination?
A) Spraying pesticides in the kitchen
B) Storing chemicals near food
C) Properly labeling and storing chemicals away from food
D) Mixing detergents with water used for cooking
  • 44. What is the most critical step in cleaning and sanitizing food contact surfaces?
A) Rinsing with dirty water
B) Wiping with cloth
C) Washing, rinsing, and sanitizing properly
D) Washing with soap only
  • 45. What should be done if a piece of equipment is damaged or broken?
A) Continue to use it
B) Ignore it
C) Repair or replace it immediately
D) Clean it only
  • 46. Which personal habit should not be practiced in a food processing area?
A) Smoking
B) Using gloves
C) Wearing a hairnet
D) Handwashing
  • 47. Pests in food processing areas can cause:
A) Faster production
B) Cleaner environment
C) Food contamination and disease
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 make them look nice
B) To take up more space
C) To avoid cleaning often
D) To prevent spoilage and contamination
  • 50. Why is training workers in food safety important?
A) To ensure safe food handling and prevent contamination
B) To reduce the cost of production
C) To allow them to work less
D) To make them cook faster
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