foodborne illness

A group of very small living things that cause disease is called

• Bacteria

• Illness

When something becomes dangerous, for example food, when a harmful or undesirable substance is added, like bacteria. This is called

• mould

• contamination

What causes foodborne illness?

• Bacteria

• Viruses

• Parasites

• All of the above

Contamination can occur if hands, kitchen utensils or other surfaces are in contact with food

• True

• False

Which of the following does bacteria need to grow

• Time

• Shelter

• Water

• Warmth

• Food

You can become ill ________________

hours after eating contaminated food.

• 0 hours

• 6-72 hours

• 80 hours

Bacteria doubles every

• 10 minutes

• 15 minutes

• 20 minutes

Symptoms of foodborne illness include upset stomach, nausea, vomiting, and diarrhea. 

• True
• False 

Which of the following is NOT going to prevent a food borne illness?

• handwashing
• use the same cutting board 
• cook leftovers to 165
• never taste raw cake batter

What were some of the associated foods with Salmonella Typhi.

• Eggs, Meat and Poultry, and Fruits and Vegetables.

• Canned Foods

• Cereal