Cheetos Production Process and Facts

Cheetos Production Process and Facts

Assessment

Interactive Video

Science, Fun, Business

4th - 8th Grade

Hard

Created by

Olivia Brooks

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The video explores the production of Cheetos, a popular snack introduced in 1948. It details the process from mixing cornmeal to the secret extruder that shapes the Cheetos, followed by frying to achieve the crunchy texture. The video also covers the cheese coating process, which gives Cheetos their distinctive color and flavor. Finally, it shares fun facts about Chester Cheetah, the brand's mascot, created by the same artist as the Pink Panther.

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10 questions

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

When were Cheetos first introduced nationally?

1978

1968

1958

1948

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the main ingredient used in making Cheetos?

Wheat

Rice

Cornmeal

Potato

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the technical term for an uncooked Cheeto?

Collet

Puff

Crunch

Flake

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the role of the extruder in the Cheetos production process?

To fry the Cheetos

To shape the Cheetos

To apply cheese to the Cheetos

To bag the Cheetos

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

At what temperature are Cheetos fried to achieve their crunchiness?

350 degrees

300 degrees

250 degrees

200 degrees

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How much aged cheddar cheese is used annually in Cheetos production?

20 million pounds

15 million pounds

12 million pounds

10 million pounds

7.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What gives Cheetos their bright orange color?

Caramel

Paprika

Cheddar cheese

Turmeric

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