Food Matters

Food Safety Quiz

Have a go at our fun quiz and see how many questions you can answer correctly….

Select one answer for each of the following questions and statements, which you think, is correct and then click on the 'Check Answers' button at the end to see how well you have done.

1. Where should raw meat be kept in the fridge? a. In the side compartment b. On the top shelf c. On the bottom shelf

2. Which of the following processes is likely to kill food poisoning bacteria? a. Refrigeration b. Cooking c. Freezing d. None of the above

3. How often should you change your dishcloth? a. Every week b. Every month c. Every 3 months d. Once a year

4. When preparing food in the kitchen when should you wash your hands? a. Before starting to prepare food b. After touching raw meat c. After touching the bin d. All of the above

5. What sort of conditions do bacteria grow best in? a. Warm and moist b. Cool and dry c. Cool and moist d. Warm and dry

6 Leftover food can be kept at room temperature for… a. 30 minutes b. 2 hours c. 4 hours d. 6 hours

7. What should you do after defrosting raw meat if you are not going to cook it immediately... a. Re-freeze b. Refrigerate c. Cover and leave on a kitchen table d. Cover and leave in the oven

8. Which of the following can transfer bacteria to food? a. Cutting boards b. Tea towels c. Knives d. All of the above

9. Which set of statements is correct? a. Fridges should operate at temperatures of 5oC and freezers at -10oC b. Fridges should operate at temperatures between 0-5oC and freezers at -18oC c. Fridges should operate at temperatures below 0oC and freezers at -18oC.

10. How do you know if meat is properly cooked on a barbecue? a. There are no pink areas and any juices from the meat run clear b. The outside appears browned and crispy c. The food is too hot to touch d. You use a timer