Culinary Arts Final Exam

What is the best method to thaw frozen meat safely?

• On the countertop

• In the refrigerator

• In warm water

• Under direct heat

Zoe hosted a barbecue party and served undercooked chicken. Which foodborne illness is commonly associated with this situation?

• Salmonella

• E. coli

• Norovirus

• Hepatitis A

Henry was enjoying a peanut butter sandwich when he suddenly started feeling unwell. What is a food allergen?

• A protein in food that causes an immune reaction

• A bacteria that spoils food

• A foodborne illness

• A chemical used in food production

What is the proper internal temperature for cooked poultry?

• 135°F

• 145°F

• 165°F

• 180°F

What is the term for cooking food in a small amount of fat over medium-high heat?

• Boiling

• Sautéing

• Steaming

• Braising

Grace is organizing her bookshelf. She decides to follow a method where the first book she places on the shelf will be the first one she takes out when she needs it. What is this method called?

• First In, First Out

• Food Inventory Final Order

• Federal Inspection for Food Operations

• Fast Inventory Food Organization

Nora is baking a cake and needs to measure 1 cup of flour. What is the proper way for her to do this?

• Scoop and pack it into a cup

• Spoon it into a dry measuring cup and level it off

• Pour directly from the bag

• Use a liquid measuring cup

Aria is baking cookies and needs to measure out one cup of sugar. How many tablespoons of sugar does she need to use?

• 8

• 10

• 16

• 20

Samuel is preparing a meal for his friends. After cooking, he leaves some rice at room temperature while he serves the meal. Which food is at the highest risk for bacterial growth?

• Cooked rice left at room temperature

• Dry pasta

• Sealed canned soup

• Fresh apples

Which of the following foods is most likely to cause a foodborne illness?

• Raw shellfish

• Pasteurized milk

• Canned vegetables

• Cooked pasta