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Cooked by Michael Pollan
Contributed by: Dixon
  • 1. What is the main theme of 'Cooked' by Michael Pollan?
A) The history of fast food.
B) The advantages of processed foods.
C) The benefits of genetically modified foods.
D) The importance of cooking in our lives.
  • 2. Which four elements does Pollan use to structure 'Cooked'?
A) Earth, Wind, Fire, Metal.
B) Fire, Water, Air, Earth.
C) Fire, Earth, Ice, Water.
D) Wood, Water, Air, Light.
  • 3. What cooking method is primarily discussed in the Water chapter?
A) Grilling.
B) Braising.
C) Roasting.
D) Frying.
  • 4. How does Pollan feel about home cooking?
A) He considers it outdated.
B) He views it as a way to reconnect with food.
C) He thinks it's unnecessary.
D) He finds it burdensome.
  • 5. According to Pollan, what role does community play in cooking?
A) It has no role.
B) It isolates individuals.
C) It complicates meal preparation.
D) It fosters connection and sharing.
  • 6. Which ingredient does Pollan emphasize in the chapter about Air?
A) Soup.
B) Pasta.
C) Bread.
D) Rice.
  • 7. What personal experience does Pollan recount in 'Cooked'?
A) Eating at gourmet restaurants.
B) Attending cooking competitions.
C) Traveling to culinary schools.
D) Cooking meals for his family.
  • 8. In the chapter about Earth, what process does Pollan highlight?
A) Fermentation.
B) Freezing.
C) Canning.
D) Smoking.
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