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