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