ThatQuiz Test Library Take this test now
How to cook over a fire
Contributed by: Frost
  • 1. What is the ideal type of wood to use for cooking fires?
A) Treated wood
B) Hardwood
C) Green wood
D) Softwood
  • 2. What is the best way to start a fire for cooking?
A) Gasoline and a match
B) Fuel wood, kindling, tinder
C) Lighter fluid and fuel wood
D) Tinder, kindling, fuel wood
  • 3. Why is it important to let the fire burn down to coals before cooking?
A) Even heat distribution
B) For taller flames
C) To save firewood
D) To produce more smoke
  • 4. What is the optimal coal bed depth for cooking over a fire?
A) 5-6 inches
B) Less than 1 inch
C) More than 10 inches
D) 2-3 inches
  • 5. Which cooking method is best for tough cuts of meat over a fire?
A) Searing
B) Slow roasting
C) Direct grilling
D) Frying
  • 6. How can you regulate the temperature of a cooking fire?
A) Pouring water on the fire
B) Adding more wood all at once
C) Adjusting the coal bed
D) Using a leaf blower to fan the flames
  • 7. What is the best way to clean a grill grate after cooking over a fire?
A) Wire brush
B) Sandpaper
C) Dish soap and water
D) Acid
  • 8. What is a Dutch oven used for in fire cooking?
A) Direct grilling
B) Broiling
C) Deep frying
D) Baking and braising
  • 9. When cooking fish over a fire, what is a good method to prevent sticking?
A) Cooking in aluminum foil without oil
B) Using cedar planks
C) Placing directly on the coals
D) Frying in water
  • 10. How can you tell if meat is done when cooking over a fire?
A) Cutting it open and looking at the color
B) Guessing
C) Timing it exactly
D) Using a meat thermometer
  • 11. What safety precaution is essential when cooking over an open fire?
A) Never leave the fire unattended
B) Drinking alcohol while cooking
C) Using gasoline to accelerate the fire
D) Wearing sandals
  • 12. What is the best way to extinguish a cooking fire?
A) Pouring gasoline on it
B) Water and stirring the ashes
C) Covering it with dirt without water
D) Leaving it to burn out
  • 13. What is the purpose of using a tripod when cooking over a fire?
A) To block the wind
B) To stabilize the firewood
C) To suspend a cooking pot
D) To reflect heat
  • 14. What's a good way to add flavor to food cooked over a fire?
A) Using wood chips
B) Cooking with plastic utensils
C) Spraying with air freshener
D) Burning garbage near the fire
  • 15. What type of cooking is placing food directly on the coals?
A) Smoking
B) Indirect grilling
C) Roasting
D) Caveman style
  • 16. What is the best way to prepare vegetables for cooking over a fire?
A) Toss in oil and seasoning
B) Soak them in vinegar
C) Boil them first
D) Leave them unwashed
  • 17. What tool is helpful for moving hot coals?
A) Your hands
B) Shovel or tongs
C) A broom
D) A plastic spoon
  • 18. When cooking over a fire, why should you avoid using pressure-treated wood?
A) It doesn't produce enough heat
B) It's too expensive
C) It burns too quickly
D) It releases toxic chemicals
  • 19. What is the benefit of using a smoker box on a fire?
A) Adds smoky flavor
B) Keeps the fire hotter
C) Cooks food faster
D) Prevents the fire from spreading
  • 20. How do you check for hot spots when cooking with coal?
A) Use a temperature gun
B) Hold your hand above the coals
C) Look for areas that are darker
D) Throw water on the coals
  • 21. Why is it important to have a water source nearby when cooking over a fire?
A) To keep the food hydrated
B) To extinguish the fire if needed
C) To clean the cooking tools
D) To attract wildlife
  • 22. What type of fire is best for smoking meat?
A) Roaring
B) Low and slow
C) High and fast
D) No fire, just smoke
  • 23. What is the best practice for managing grease while cooking over a fire?
A) Ignoring it
B) Keep a water bottle nearby to put out grease fires
C) Pouring water directly onto the grease
D) Letting it drip into the fire
  • 24. What is a good way to keep food warm after cooking over a fire?
A) Leave it uncovered
B) Place directly on the coals
C) Place it in the cooler
D) Wrap in foil and place near edge of the fire
  • 25. What's a simple tool for grilling food over a fire?
A) Pizza pan
B) Grill grate
C) Oven rack
D) Baking sheet
  • 26. What's a common mistake when cooking over a fire?
A) Wetting the wood
B) Using too much wood
C) Not letting the fire burn down to coals
D) Using too little wood
  • 27. What should you do with the ashes after the fire is completely out?
A) Pour them down the drain
B) Leave them in the fire pit
C) Scatter them away from flammable materials
D) Use them as fertilizer
  • 28. What is the purpose of using a spit when cooking over a fire?
A) To keep food off the ground
B) To cook food evenly with rotation
C) To boil water
D) To cool food down
  • 29. Which cooking oil is best suited for high heat cooking over a fire?
A) Butter
B) Olive oil
C) Avocado oil
D) Margarine
Created with That Quiz — a math test site for students of all grade levels.