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) Slice
C) Grater
D) Knife
  • 2. Which equipment is commonly used to sterilize jars and bottles before filling them with processed fruits?
A) Chopping board
B) Steamer
C) Freezer
D) Blender
  • 3. What is the main purpose of using a cutting board when slicing fruits and vegetables?
A) To protect the table and ensure safe cutting
B) To make food sweeter
C) To avoid messy hands
D) To decorate the table
  • 4. Which tool is most appropriate for removing the core of apples and similar fruits?
A) Blender
B) B. Peeler
C) Corer
D) Grater
  • 5. If you need to blend fruits into a smooth puree, which equipment should you use?
A) Slicer
B) Freezer
C) Blender
D) Knife
  • 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) Peeler
B) Refrigerator
C) Pressure cooker
D) Vacuum sealer
  • 8. A colander or strainer is mainly used to:
A) Chop vegetables
B) Measure ingredients
C) Boil water
D) Drain excess water from fruits and vegetables
  • 9. Which of the following is the most appropriate tool for grating carrots for a salad?
A) Blender
B) Grater
C) Spoon
D) Knife
  • 10. What tool is used to measure ingredients accurately in fruit and vegetable processing?
A) Frying pan
B) Measuring cups and spoons
C) Chopping board
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) Peeler
C) Oven
D) Steamer
  • 12. Which tool is best for cutting fruits and vegetables into uniform slices?
A) Knife and slicer
B) Peeler
C) Grater
D) Steamer
  • 13. When preparing pickled vegetables, what equipment is used to heat and sterilize the mixture in jars?
A) Peeler
B) Knife
C) Steamer or water bath canner
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) Cuts vegetables faster
D) Decorates the kitchen
  • 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) Plate
C) Knife
D) Basket
  • 16. What is the most likely cause when jelly is too soft?
A) Too much acid in the mixture
B) Overcooking the mixture
C) Too little juice in 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) Too little acid
D) Not enough cooking
  • 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) Overcooking
B) Insufficient cooling
C) Excess sugar
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) Overcooking
C) Poor straining
D) Too much acid
  • 22. Crystals forming in jam after storage is most likely due to:
A) Too much pectin
B) Not straining well
C) Too much sugar
D) Too little acid
  • 23. A jam or jelly becomes discolored. What may have caused this?
A) Possible reaction with metal or prolonged boiling
B) Too little acid
C) Overcooling
D) Insufficient sugar
  • 24. The presence of mold or yeast in the finished product is most likely due to:
A) Contamination prior to sealing
B) Overcooking
C) Too little sugar
D) Too much pectin
  • 25. Which of the following prevents crystallization in jelly or jam?
A) Adding more sugar
B) Proper measurement of sugar and pectin
C) Cooling too slowly
D) Prolonged standing after cooking
  • 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) Jellies
D) Candied
  • 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) Jellies
D) Candied
  • 28. preserving fruits and vegetables using lactid acid
A) Candied
B) Jam
C) Pickling
D) Marmalade
  • 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) Marmalade
B) Candied
C) Pickling
D) Jam
  • 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) Wiping hands on clothing
B) Using the same cutting board for meat and vegetables
C) Washing hands frequently
D) Wearing jewelry while processing
  • 33. What is the minimum recommended time for handwashing before handling food?
A) 10 seconds
B) 20 seconds
C) 3 seconds
D) 1 minute
  • 34. Which of the following should not be worn in food processing areas?
A) Hairnet
B) Clean apron
C) Rings and bracelets
D) Gloves
  • 35. Which statement best describes food contamination?
A) Cooking food at high temperatures
B) Unwanted substances or microorganisms in food
C) Cooling food before serving
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 look more professional
C) To make work faster
D) To prevent hair from falling into the food
  • 37. What should be done if a worker has a wound or cut on the hand?
A) Ignore it
B) Continue working with bare hands
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) 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 follow trends
B) To make work easier
C) To make the equipment shiny
D) To prevent bacteria from multiplying
  • 40. Which of the following is an example of physical contamination?
A) Hair or plastic pieces in food
B) Bacteria on food
C) Salmonella in chicken
D) Mold growth
  • 41. What is the first step in proper handwashing before handling food?
A) Applying soap directly
B) Wetting hands with clean running water
C) Drying hands with a towel
D) Rubbing hands on clothing
  • 42. What should food handlers do when they sneeze or cough while working?
A) Sneeze near the food
B) Cough into their hands and continue
C) Ignore it
D) Cover their mouth with a tissue, wash hands, and return to work
  • 43. Which of the following best prevents chemical contamination?
A) Mixing detergents with water used for cooking
B) Spraying pesticides in the kitchen
C) Storing chemicals near food
D) Properly labeling and storing chemicals away from food
  • 44. What is the most critical step in cleaning and sanitizing food contact surfaces?
A) Washing, rinsing, and sanitizing properly
B) Washing with soap only
C) Wiping with cloth
D) Rinsing with dirty water
  • 45. What should be done if a piece of equipment is damaged or broken?
A) Ignore it
B) Clean it only
C) Repair or replace it immediately
D) Continue to use it
  • 46. Which personal habit should not be practiced in a food processing area?
A) Handwashing
B) Wearing a hairnet
C) Using gloves
D) Smoking
  • 47. Pests in food processing areas can cause:
A) Food contamination and disease
B) Cleaner environment
C) Faster production
D) More storage space
  • 48. Which of the following best describes cross-contamination?
A) Bacteria spreading from one food to another
B) Using gloves while cooking
C) Storing food in clean containers
D) Food getting dirty from the floor
  • 49. Why should foods be stored properly in sealed containers?
A) To prevent spoilage and contamination
B) To make them look nice
C) To take up more space
D) To avoid cleaning often
  • 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 make them cook faster
D) To allow them to work less
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