How to clean and cook a fish over fire - Test
  • 1. What is the first step when preparing a fish for cooking over a fire?
A) Cleaning the fish
B) Marinating the fish
C) Building the fire
D) Finding the perfect cooking stick
  • 2. What is the best tool for removing scales from a fish?
A) A sponge
B) A toothbrush
C) Sandpaper
D) A descaler or the back of a knife
  • 3. Which direction should you scrape the scales off the fish?
A) From head to tail
B) From tail to head
C) It doesn't matter
D) In a circular motion
  • 4. After scaling, what's the next crucial step?
A) Oiling the fish
B) Gutting the fish
C) Salting the fish
D) Wrapping the fish in leaves
  • 5. Where is the incision made to gut a fish?
A) Around the tail
B) From vent to gills
C) Through the head
D) Across the back
  • 6. What should you remove during the gutting process?
A) All internal organs
B) Only the intestines
C) Only the stomach
D) Just the bones
  • 7. After gutting, what should you do?
A) Rinse the fish thoroughly
B) Dry the fish with a towel
C) Immediately cook the fish
D) Salt the fish
  • 8. What type of wood is generally NOT recommended for cooking?
A) Hardwoods (oak, maple)
B) Resinous woods (pine, fir)
C) Fruit woods (apple, cherry)
D) Any dry wood is fine
  • 9. What is the ideal stage of the fire for cooking fish?
A) Large flames
B) Smoldering smoke
C) Hot embers
D) A completely extinguished fire
  • 10. How can you tell if the embers are hot enough?
A) There is no smoke.
B) You can easily touch the embers.
C) You can hold your hand 4 inches above for only a few seconds.
D) The embers are glowing blue.
  • 11. Which is a method to cook a fish over the fire?
A) Wrapping in leaves
B) Boiling in snow
C) Drying in direct sunlight
D) Freezing
  • 12. What type of leaves are suitable to wrap the fish with?
A) Pine needles
B) Any leaf will do
C) Poison ivy leaves
D) Large, edible leaves (banana, grape)
  • 13. What is the purpose of wrapping the fish in leaves?
A) To make it cook faster
B) To make it look pretty
C) To retain moisture and flavor
D) To keep bugs away
  • 14. What is another method of cooking a fish over the fire?
A) Skewering on a stick
B) Boiling in the river
C) Burying in the ground
D) Microwaving
  • 15. When skewering a fish, where should you insert the stick?
A) Just through the tail
B) Through the mouth and out the tail
C) Just through the head
D) Randomly through the body
  • 16. What can be used to season the fish before cooking?
A) Bleach
B) Motor oil
C) Salt, pepper, herbs
D) Gasoline
  • 17. How far away from the embers should you cook the fish?
A) Several inches
B) Under the embers
C) Directly on the embers
D) Far away as possible
  • 18. How do you know when the fish is cooked?
A) The fish is still cold
B) The bones are falling apart
C) The flesh is still translucent
D) The flesh is opaque and flakes easily
  • 19. What is the danger of undercooked fish?
A) It will cook later
B) More nutrients
C) Food poisoning
D) Increased flavor
  • 20. What is the danger of overcooked fish?
A) It becomes easier to digest
B) It becomes dry and tough
C) It becomes more flavorful
D) There is no danger
  • 21. What is a good way to keep the fish from sticking to the grill?
A) Oil the grill grate
B) Use paper towels instead
C) Use sugar as an oil
D) Just throw it on and hope for the best
  • 22. What is an important safety precaution when cooking over a fire?
A) Wear flammable clothing
B) Keep a bucket of water nearby
C) Leave the fire unattended
D) Use gasoline to start the fire
  • 23. How long should you let the fire burn down to embers?
A) 30-45 minutes
B) Until it's completely out
C) 1 hour and a half
D) 5 minutes
  • 24. What is a natural way to add flavor to fish cooked over fire?
A) Painting with ink
B) Sprinkling with sand
C) Pouring in soda
D) Stuffing the cavity with herbs
  • 25. When turning the fish on the fire, how should you do it?
A) Flip it quickly
B) Gently and carefully
C) Use your bare hands
D) Kick it with your foot
  • 26. What is the best way to extinguish the fire after cooking?
A) Bury it with dirt
B) Let it burn itself out
C) Pour water on it until it's completely out
D) Cover it with gasoline
  • 27. Can you cook frozen fish over a fire?
A) Freezing makes it cook faster
B) It's not recommended, thaw it first
C) Yes, just add more cooking time
D) Yes, the ice will protect it
  • 28. What should you do with the fish scraps after cleaning?
A) Leave them for the animals
B) Throw them back in the water
C) Bury them near the campsite
D) Dispose of them properly, far from camp
  • 29. What size fish is easiest to cook over a fire?
A) Any size is the same
B) Extremely tiny fish, like minnows
C) Very large fish, like salmon
D) Smaller fish, like trout
  • 30. Besides taste, what is a sign that the fish is done cooking?
A) The fish starts singing
B) External temperature reaches 100°F
C) Internal temperature reaches 145°F
D) The fire goes out
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