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Originally posted by Arvon: THE FOOD QUIZ 1. Which is heavier: light cream or heavy cream? a) Light cream b) Heavy cream c) Neither—all milk products, including cheese, are the same weight by volume. The only exception is Swiss cheese, which is lighter because it's filled with holes.

a.

2. When a meal is served on an airline, how is it likely to differ from the same meal served on land? a) It is likely to contain added sucrose, which has natural mellowing agents that reduce stress during long flights. b) Entrees are likely to contain gelatin, which helps the food retain its natural shape in the pressurized cabin. c) It probably contains more seasonings, but less salt. People taste food differently when flying, so extra seasoning is added. But they also dehydrate easily, so less salt is used.

b.

3. In addition to adding their own flavor, how else do onions alter the taste of food? a) They release a caffeine like stimulant. The diner experiences a mild euphoria that enhances their enjoyment of the meal and perceives the food as being tastier than it actually is. b) They release oils that coat the tongue, dulling the taste of everything except the onion. c) They irritate taste buds, making them more sensitive to taste.

c.

4. How can you judge the quality of ice cream before you buy it? a) Weigh it. b) Twirl the container in midair. Well-balanced ice cream is of higher quality than ice cream that wobbles when thrown. c) Squeeze it-ice cream, like fruit, isn't "ripe" until it's soft.

c.

5. Botanically speaking, what is the difference between a fruit and a vegetable? a) Color. Green or yellow means it's a vegetable. Red, blue, or purple means it's a fruit. b) Seeds. If it has seeds, it's a fruit. If it doesn't, it's a vegetable. c) Sugar content. A good rule of thumb is if it's sweet enough to be eaten for dessert, it's a fruit.

b.

6. Apple seeds contain which of the following? a) Cyanide b) Lactose c)LSD

a.

7. When, if ever, is it safe to re-freeze food? a) It's never completely safe. Thawing and re-freezing can "wake up" certain bacteria. b) It's always safe, but texture and flavor may deteriorate. c) Only when the food is re-frozen within 90 minutes of thawing.

a- you should only ever completely thaw what you`re going to be eating.

8. Most of the vitamins in a potato are located where? a) In the skin b) Near the skin c) In the starch

a.

9. Where does Mocha-Java coffee originally came from? a) The Yemen port of Mocha. (Java means "coffee" in Yemeni.) b) The Indonesian port of Java, where cacao beans are also grown. c) The Yemen port of Mocha and the Indonesian port of Java.

c.

10. In addition to adding flavor, how does a marinade change meat? a) The cooked meat will be juicier. b) The cooked meat will be drier. c) The cooked meat will be better preserved. On average, it will remain fresh in the refrigerator three times as long as unmarinated cooked meat.

a.