8th Grade FCS Pretest

What should you do if a grease fire starts in your kitchen?

• Pour water on it
• Turn off the heat and leave it alone
• Use a wet towel to smother it
• Cover it with a tight fitting lid and turn off the heat.

Which of these items should NOT be used to put out a grease fire?

• water
• baking soda
• fire extinguisher

Which food group does rice and pasta belong to?

• Fruits

• Grains

• Protein

• Vegetables

Which of these practices helps prevent cross-contamination?

• Using the same cutting board for all food items
• Washing hands after handling raw meat
• Using the same knife for all foods without washing
• Storing raw meat above ready-to-eat foods in the fridge

What should you do if you spill something on the kitchen floor?

• Leave it until you finish cooking
• Clean it up immediately
• Cover it with a towel
• Warn others but leave it

Why is it important to keep pot handles turned inward on the stove?

• To make them easier to grab
• To prevent people from knocking into the handles and spilling over the pot
• To save space on the stove

What should you do before cleaning an electrical appliance?

• Unplug it
• Turn it off
• Wipe it down with a wet cloth
• Disassemble it

Which nutrient helps build our muscles?

• Carbohydrates

• Protein

• Water

• Fat

Why is it important to wash fruits and vegetables before eating them?

• To remove pesticides and dirt
• To improve taste
• To make them look shiny
• To soften them

What should you do if you cut yourself while cooking?

• Continue cooking
• Wash the cut and apply a bandage
• Cover it with a paper towel
• Ignore it