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