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2nd Quarter Exam TLE Doguitom Grade 8
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  • 1. Which tool is best used to remove the skin of fruits and vegetables such as carrots and potatoes?
A) Peeler
B) Grater
C) Knife
D) Slice
  • 2. Which equipment is commonly used to sterilize jars and bottles before filling them with processed fruits?
A) Chopping board
B) Blender
C) Freezer
D) Steamer
  • 3. What is the main purpose of using a cutting board when slicing fruits and vegetables?
A) To make food sweeter
B) To avoid messy hands
C) To protect the table and ensure safe cutting
D) To decorate the table
  • 4. Which tool is most appropriate for removing the core of apples and similar fruits?
A) Grater
B) B. Peeler
C) Corer
D) Blender
  • 5. If you need to blend fruits into a smooth puree, which equipment should you use?
A) Knife
B) Blender
C) Slicer
D) Freezer
  • 6. A paring knife is best used for:
A) Opening jars
B) Crushing ice
C) Cutting wood
D) Peeling and trimming small fruits and vegetables
  • 7. Which equipment is used to remove air and seal food in plastic packaging for storage?
A) Vacuum sealer
B) Peeler
C) Pressure cooker
D) Refrigerator
  • 8. A colander or strainer is mainly used to:
A) Boil water
B) Chop vegetables
C) Drain excess water from fruits and vegetables
D) Measure ingredients
  • 9. Which of the following is the most appropriate tool for grating carrots for a salad?
A) Grater
B) Knife
C) Spoon
D) Blender
  • 10. What tool is used to measure ingredients accurately in fruit and vegetable processing?
A) Chopping board
B) Frying pan
C) Knife
D) Measuring cups and spoons
  • 11. If you want to store fruits and vegetables at a low temperature to prolong shelf life, which equipment is needed?
A) Oven
B) Steamer
C) Peeler
D) Refrigerator
  • 12. Which tool is best for cutting fruits and vegetables into uniform slices?
A) Steamer
B) Peeler
C) Knife and slicer
D) Grater
  • 13. When preparing pickled vegetables, what equipment is used to heat and sterilize the mixture in jars?
A) Peeler
B) Knife
C) Blender
D) Steamer or water bath canner
  • 14. A weighing scale is important in processing fruits and vegetables because it:
A) Decorates the kitchen
B) Makes food taste better
C) Cuts vegetables faster
D) Measures the correct quantity of ingredients
  • 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) Basket
D) Knife
  • 16. What is the most likely cause when jelly is too soft?
A) Too much acid in the mixture
B) Too little juice in the mixture
C) Too much sugar used
D) Overcooking the mixture
  • 17. Which of the following can cause jelly to be too stiff?
A) Not enough cooking
B) Too much sugar
C) Too little pectin
D) Too little acid
  • 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) Fruit not strained well
B) Overboiling
C) Insufficient sugar
D) Too little pectin
  • 20. What may cause weeping jam (falling in drops)?
A) Too little or insufficient pectin
B) Excess sugar
C) Overcooking
D) Insufficient cooling
  • 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 sugar
B) Too much pectin
C) Too little acid
D) Not straining well
  • 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) Too much pectin
B) Too little sugar
C) Contamination prior to sealing
D) Overcooking
  • 25. Which of the following prevents crystallization in jelly or jam?
A) Prolonged standing after cooking
B) Cooling too slowly
C) Proper measurement of sugar and pectin
D) Adding more sugar
  • 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) Candied
B) Marmalade
C) Jam
D) Jellies
  • 27. Gelatinous products obtained by boiling fruit juices with sugar, with or without the addition of pectin and food acids
A) Marmalade
B) Jellies
C) Pickling
D) Candied
  • 28. preserving fruits and vegetables using lactid acid
A) Pickling
B) Candied
C) Marmalade
D) Jam
  • 29. A coating of a glossy, often sweet mixture applied to food
A) Candied
B) Marmalde
C) Jam
D) Pickling
  • 30. A Sweet preserve with a bitter tang taste made from fruit, sugar, water, and a gelling agent.
A) Jam
B) Marmalade
C) Pickling
D) Candied
  • 31. What is the main purpose of sanitation in food processing?
A) To make food taste better
B) To make the work area look clean
C) To increase food production
D) To prevent contamination and foodborne illnesses
  • 32. Which of the following is the most effective way to prevent cross-contamination?
A) Using the same cutting board for meat and vegetables
B) Washing hands frequently
C) Wearing jewelry while processing
D) Wiping hands on clothing
  • 33. What is the minimum recommended time for handwashing before handling food?
A) 3 seconds
B) 10 seconds
C) 1 minute
D) 20 seconds
  • 34. Which of the following should not be worn in food processing areas?
A) Gloves
B) Rings and bracelets
C) Hairnet
D) Clean apron
  • 35. Which statement best describes food contamination?
A) Adding seasonings to food
B) Cooling food before serving
C) Cooking food at high temperatures
D) Unwanted substances or microorganisms in food
  • 36. Why should hair be covered with a hairnet during food processing?
A) To look more professional
B) To make work faster
C) To prevent hair from falling into the food
D) To keep the hair warm
  • 37. What should be done if a worker has a wound or cut on the hand?
A) Wear gloves and cover it with a waterproof bandage
B) Wash only once a day
C) Continue working with bare hands
D) Ignore it
  • 38. Which of the following is an example of a good personal hygiene practice in food processing?
A) Wearing nail polish
B) Washing hands after touching raw food
C) Touching hair while working
D) Using dirty gloves
  • 39. Why is it important to sanitize equipment regularly?
A) To follow trends
B) To make work easier
C) To prevent bacteria from multiplying
D) To make the equipment shiny
  • 40. Which of the following is an example of physical contamination?
A) Salmonella in chicken
B) Mold growth
C) Hair or plastic pieces in food
D) Bacteria on food
  • 41. What is the first step in proper handwashing before handling food?
A) Drying hands with a towel
B) Rubbing hands on clothing
C) Applying soap directly
D) Wetting hands with clean running water
  • 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) Cover their mouth with a tissue, wash hands, and return to work
D) Ignore it
  • 43. Which of the following best prevents chemical contamination?
A) Mixing detergents with water used for cooking
B) Properly labeling and storing chemicals away from food
C) Storing chemicals near food
D) Spraying pesticides in the kitchen
  • 44. What is the most critical step in cleaning and sanitizing food contact surfaces?
A) Washing with soap only
B) Wiping with cloth
C) Rinsing with dirty water
D) Washing, rinsing, and sanitizing properly
  • 45. What should be done if a piece of equipment is damaged or broken?
A) Continue to use it
B) Repair or replace it immediately
C) Clean it only
D) Ignore it
  • 46. Which personal habit should not be practiced in a food processing area?
A) Wearing a hairnet
B) Handwashing
C) Smoking
D) Using gloves
  • 47. Pests in food processing areas can cause:
A) Food contamination and disease
B) Faster production
C) More storage space
D) Cleaner environment
  • 48. Which of the following best describes cross-contamination?
A) Food getting dirty from the floor
B) Bacteria spreading from one food to another
C) Using gloves while cooking
D) Storing food in clean containers
  • 49. Why should foods be stored properly in sealed containers?
A) To make them look nice
B) To take up more space
C) To avoid cleaning often
D) To prevent spoilage and contamination
  • 50. Why is training workers in food safety important?
A) To make them cook faster
B) To ensure safe food handling and prevent contamination
C) To reduce the cost of production
D) To allow them to work less
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