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Food Safety in Home Kitchens

Description: This quiz will test your knowledge about food safety practices in home kitchens.
Number of Questions: 15
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Which of the following is NOT a common source of foodborne illness in home kitchens?

  1. Raw meat and poultry

  2. Unwashed fruits and vegetables

  3. Improperly canned foods

  4. Freshly squeezed orange juice

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Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Freshly squeezed orange juice is not a common source of foodborne illness in home kitchens because oranges are acidic and the acidity inhibits the growth of bacteria.

What is the recommended temperature for cooking poultry to ensure it is safe to eat?

  1. 165°F (74°C)

  2. 145°F (63°C)

  3. 180°F (82°C)

  4. 190°F (88°C)

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Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The recommended temperature for cooking poultry to ensure it is safe to eat is 165°F (74°C).

Which of the following is a good way to prevent cross-contamination in the kitchen?

  1. Use separate cutting boards for raw meat and poultry

  2. Wash hands thoroughly before and after handling food

  3. Store raw meat and poultry below ready-to-eat foods in the refrigerator

  4. All of the above

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Correct Option: D
Explanation:

All of the above are good ways to prevent cross-contamination in the kitchen.

What is the best way to thaw frozen meat and poultry?

  1. In the refrigerator

  2. In cold water

  3. In the microwave

  4. At room temperature

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Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The best way to thaw frozen meat and poultry is in the refrigerator.

Which of the following foods is most likely to contain Listeria monocytogenes?

  1. Raw milk

  2. Soft cheeses

  3. Deli meats

  4. Fresh fruits and vegetables

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Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Soft cheeses are most likely to contain Listeria monocytogenes because they are made with unpasteurized milk.

What is the recommended temperature for storing perishable foods in the refrigerator?

  1. 40°F (4°C) or below

  2. 50°F (10°C) or below

  3. 60°F (16°C) or below

  4. 70°F (21°C) or below

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Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The recommended temperature for storing perishable foods in the refrigerator is 40°F (4°C) or below.

Which of the following is a symptom of foodborne illness?

  1. Nausea

  2. Vomiting

  3. Diarrhea

  4. All of the above

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Correct Option: D
Explanation:

All of the above are symptoms of foodborne illness.

What is the best way to clean a cutting board after it has been used to cut raw meat or poultry?

  1. Wash it with hot soapy water

  2. Sanitize it with a bleach solution

  3. Both of the above

  4. None of the above

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Correct Option: C
Explanation:

The best way to clean a cutting board after it has been used to cut raw meat or poultry is to wash it with hot soapy water and then sanitize it with a bleach solution.

Which of the following is NOT a good way to prevent foodborne illness when eating out?

  1. Choose restaurants that are clean and well-maintained

  2. Order food that is cooked to a safe temperature

  3. Avoid eating raw or undercooked seafood

  4. Drink plenty of alcohol

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Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Drinking plenty of alcohol is not a good way to prevent foodborne illness.

What is the best way to store leftovers?

  1. In airtight containers

  2. In the refrigerator or freezer

  3. Both of the above

  4. None of the above

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Correct Option: C
Explanation:

The best way to store leftovers is in airtight containers in the refrigerator or freezer.

Which of the following foods is most likely to contain Salmonella?

  1. Eggs

  2. Chicken

  3. Beef

  4. Pork

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Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Eggs are most likely to contain Salmonella because they can be contaminated with the bacteria from the hen's reproductive tract.

What is the best way to clean a kitchen sponge?

  1. Wash it with hot soapy water

  2. Microwave it for 1 minute

  3. Soak it in a bleach solution

  4. All of the above

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Correct Option: D
Explanation:

All of the above are good ways to clean a kitchen sponge.

Which of the following is NOT a good way to prevent foodborne illness when preparing food at home?

  1. Wash hands thoroughly before and after handling food

  2. Use clean utensils and cutting boards

  3. Cook food to a safe temperature

  4. Leave food out at room temperature for extended periods of time

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Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Leaving food out at room temperature for extended periods of time is not a good way to prevent foodborne illness.

What is the best way to prevent foodborne illness when shopping for food?

  1. Choose fresh fruits and vegetables that are not bruised or damaged

  2. Avoid buying food that is past its expiration date

  3. Keep raw meat and poultry separate from other foods in the shopping cart

  4. All of the above

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Correct Option: D
Explanation:

All of the above are good ways to prevent foodborne illness when shopping for food.

Which of the following is NOT a good way to prevent foodborne illness when eating out?

  1. Choose restaurants that are clean and well-maintained

  2. Order food that is cooked to a safe temperature

  3. Avoid eating raw or undercooked seafood

  4. Share food with others

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Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Sharing food with others is not a good way to prevent foodborne illness.

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