Knife Skills Quiz

What are the 8 main parts of a knife?

• Blade, handle, tang, bolster, edge, spine, tip, heel

• Blade, handle, rivet, guard, edge, spine, tip, heel

• Blade, handle, tang, guard, edge, spine, tip, heel

• Blade, handle, tang, bolster, edge, spine, tip, rivet

What is the difference between a knife with a partial tang and a knife with a full tang?

• A partial tang extends halfway into the handle, while a full tang extends the entire length of the handle.

• A partial tang is thicker, while a full tang is thinner.

• A partial tang is used for decorative knives, while a full tang is used for kitchen knives.

• A partial tang is more expensive, while a full tang is cheaper.

What are the 3 methods for holding a knife?

• Pinch grip, handle grip, claw grip

• Pinch grip, handle grip, fist grip

• Pinch grip, claw grip, fist grip

• Handle grip, claw grip, fist grip

Which holding method gives the most control?

• Pinch grip

• Handle grip

• Claw grip

• Fist grip

Which holding method gives you more power?

• Handle grip

• Pinch grip

• Claw grip

• Fist grip

What grip does the guiding hand when cutting with a knife?

• Claw,

• flat

• guide

• press

List the 10 knife safety tips.

• Keep knives sharp, use the right knife, cut on stable surfaces, store properly, clean carefully, use a cutting board, avoid distractions, cut away from body, use proper grip, keep fingers clear

• Keep knives sharp, use the right knife, cut on stable surfaces, store properly, clean carefully, use a cutting board, avoid distractions, cut towards body, use proper grip, keep fingers clear

• Keep knives sharp, use the right knife, cut on stable surfaces, store properly, clean carefully, use a cutting board, avoid distractions, cut away from body, use improper grip, keep fingers clear

• Keep knives sharp, use the wrong knife, cut on stable surfaces, store properly, clean carefully, use a cutting board, avoid distractions, cut away from body, use proper grip, keep fingers clear

What do you do in order to make cuts easier?

• Use a sharp knife

• Use a dull knife

• Use a heavy knife

• Use a small knife

What are the 3 basic cutting techniques?

• Slicing, dicing, chopping

• Slicing, dicing, mincing

• Slicing, chopping, mincing

• Dicing, chopping, mincing

What is a mandolin and why use one?

• A kitchen tool for slicing vegetables uniformly

• A musical instrument for entertainment

• A type of knife for cutting meat

• A tool for sharpening knives