| What to create | Quiz |
| Which subject | Food technology |
| What age group | Year or Grade 7 |
| What topic | personal and kitchen hygiene and safety guide |
| Question types | Mixed |
| Number of questions | 30 |
| Number of answers | 4 |
| Correct answers | Exactly 1 |
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Answer the following questions to the best of your knowledge. For questions that provide multiple-choice answers, select the letter corresponding to the correct answer.
Why is it important to wash your hands before handling food?
How often should you wash your hands when preparing food?
A. Once at the beginning
B. Only after using the toilet
C. Every time you switch tasks
D. Only when you see dirt
What temperature should cooked foods reach to safely kill harmful bacteria?
A. 50°C
B. 75°C
C. 100°C
D. 60°C
What is a common sign of food spoilage?
A. Bright colours
B. Strange odours
C. Hard texture
D. Cold temperature
Where should raw meat be stored in the refrigerator?
A. On the top shelf
B. In the crisper drawer
C. On the bottom shelf
D. In a separate container
What should be used to clean surfaces before food preparation?
A. Warm water only
B. A sponge
C. A mixture of disinfectant and water
D. Just a cloth
What is cross-contamination?
What type of utensils should be used to avoid cross-contamination?
A. Wooden utensils
B. Dishwasher-safe utensils
C. Separate cutting boards for raw meat and vegetables
D. Plastic utensils
Which of the following is a safe food storage practice?
A. Leaving food out at room temperature
B. Storing leftovers in airtight containers
C. Using expired products
D. Mixing raw and cooked food together
What is the main purpose of personal hygiene in food handling?
What should you do if you have a cut on your hand while preparing food?
A. Ignore it
B. Clean it and cover it with a bandage
C. Continue preparing food
D. Wash it occasionally
What is the minimum safe cooking temperature for poultry?
A. 60°C
B. 70°C
C. 75°C
D. 80°C
Why should you avoid wearing loose clothes while cooking?
A. They are uncomfortable
B. They may catch fire or drag into food
C. They make you look unprofessional
D. They restrict movement
Which of the following is NOT a good practice when preparing food?
A. Tying back long hair
B. Wearing gloves
C. Handling food with bare hands after touching raw materials
D. Washing hands regularly
When should food safety and hygiene practices start?
A. As soon as you set the table
B. When cooking begins
C. Before shopping for ingredients
D. Only when you are serving food
What should always be done after using a cutting board for raw meat?
A. Wipe it down with a towel
B. Use it again without washing
C. Clean it with hot soapy water
D. Leave it for later cleaning
What items should not be kept in the same storage container?
A. Fruits and vegetables
B. Raw meat and cooked food
C. Dried goods
D. Canned foods
How should you handle hot pots and pans to avoid burns?
A. Use cloth towels
B. Grab them with bare hands
C. Use oven mitts or pot holders
D. Hold them with your fingertips
Which of the following is most likely to harbor bacteria?
A. Whole fruits
B. Cooked grains
C. Raw vegetables
D. Raw meat
What is the correct way to store eggs?
A. On the kitchen counter
B. In the refrigerator
C. In a pantry
D. In the freezer
What is the purpose of a food thermometer?
A. To measure the size of food
B. To check the internal temperature of cooked food
C. To tell how much food is left
D. To keep track of cooking time
How should sponges and cloths used for kitchen cleaning be maintained?
What is “best before” date?
A. The date when food becomes harmful
B. The date until food may lose quality but is still safe to eat
C. The expiration date
D. The date when food must be consumed
Why should you not wash raw chicken before cooking?
A. It decreases the cooking time
B. It can spread bacteria around the kitchen
C. It makes the chicken taste bad
D. It prevents browning
What should be done with food that has been left out at room temperature for more than 2 hours?
A. Eat it anyway
B. Reheat it
C. Discard it
D. Freeze it
What is the safest way to thaw meat?
A. On the kitchen counter
B. In a bowl of water
C. In the refrigerator
D. Under hot running water
When is it acceptable to use the same plate for raw and cooked food?
A. When the plate is clean
B. Never
C. When you are in a hurry
D. After washing it
What is a kitchen hazard?
Why should you not eat food straight from the can?
A. It may taste bad
B. It can have sharp edges
C. It can lead to contamination
D. Only some cans are safe
What is the first thing you should do when you enter the kitchen?
A. Start cooking
B. Wash your hands
C. Get food from the pantry
D. Set the table