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The Language of Taste: Sensory Descriptions in Food Literature

Description: The Language of Taste: Sensory Descriptions in Food Literature
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Which of the following is NOT a common sensory descriptor used to describe taste in food literature?

  1. Sweet

  2. Sour

  3. Bitter

  4. Umami


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Umami is a relatively recent addition to the list of basic tastes, and is not as commonly used in food literature as the other three options.

The term 'mouthfeel' is often used to describe the texture of food. Which of the following is NOT a common mouthfeel descriptor?

  1. Smooth

  2. Gritty

  3. Creamy

  4. Chewy


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Gritty is not a common mouthfeel descriptor, as it is typically associated with unpleasant textures.

Which of the following is NOT a common aroma descriptor used to describe food in literature?

  1. Floral

  2. Fruity

  3. Earthy

  4. Metallic


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Metallic is not a common aroma descriptor, as it is typically associated with unpleasant smells.

The term 'savory' is often used to describe food that is rich in flavor. Which of the following is NOT a common savory descriptor?

  1. Meaty

  2. Brothy

  3. Earthy

  4. Sweet


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Sweet is not a common savory descriptor, as it is typically associated with sweet tastes.

Which of the following is NOT a common visual descriptor used to describe food in literature?

  1. Colorful

  2. Appetizing

  3. Bland

  4. Glossy


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Bland is not a common visual descriptor, as it is typically associated with a lack of flavor or color.

The term 'unctuous' is often used to describe food that is rich and oily. Which of the following is NOT a common unctuous descriptor?

  1. Buttery

  2. Creamy

  3. Silky

  4. Dry


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Dry is not a common unctuous descriptor, as it is typically associated with a lack of moisture.

Which of the following is NOT a common temperature descriptor used to describe food in literature?

  1. Hot

  2. Cold

  3. Warm

  4. Spicy


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Spicy is not a common temperature descriptor, as it is typically associated with the taste of chili peppers.

The term 'piquant' is often used to describe food that is sharp or tangy. Which of the following is NOT a common piquant descriptor?

  1. Acidic

  2. Zesty

  3. Pungent

  4. Sweet


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Sweet is not a common piquant descriptor, as it is typically associated with sweet tastes.

Which of the following is NOT a common consistency descriptor used to describe food in literature?

  1. Thick

  2. Thin

  3. Smooth

  4. Fluffy


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Fluffy is not a common consistency descriptor, as it is typically associated with the texture of baked goods.

The term 'succulent' is often used to describe food that is juicy and flavorful. Which of the following is NOT a common succulent descriptor?

  1. Moist

  2. Tender

  3. Dry

  4. Delectable


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Dry is not a common succulent descriptor, as it is typically associated with a lack of moisture.

Which of the following is NOT a common flavor descriptor used to describe food in literature?

  1. Sweet

  2. Sour

  3. Bitter

  4. Umami


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Umami is a relatively recent addition to the list of basic tastes, and is not as commonly used in food literature as the other three options.

The term 'mouthfeel' is often used to describe the texture of food. Which of the following is NOT a common mouthfeel descriptor?

  1. Smooth

  2. Gritty

  3. Creamy

  4. Chewy


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Gritty is not a common mouthfeel descriptor, as it is typically associated with unpleasant textures.

Which of the following is NOT a common aroma descriptor used to describe food in literature?

  1. Floral

  2. Fruity

  3. Earthy

  4. Metallic


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Metallic is not a common aroma descriptor, as it is typically associated with unpleasant smells.

The term 'savory' is often used to describe food that is rich in flavor. Which of the following is NOT a common savory descriptor?

  1. Meaty

  2. Brothy

  3. Earthy

  4. Sweet


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Sweet is not a common savory descriptor, as it is typically associated with sweet tastes.

Which of the following is NOT a common visual descriptor used to describe food in literature?

  1. Colorful

  2. Appetizing

  3. Bland

  4. Glossy


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Bland is not a common visual descriptor, as it is typically associated with a lack of flavor or color.

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