Navy CS THE ART & SCIENCE OF
CULINARY PREPARATION EXAM
QUESTIONS & ANSWERS7
What does the acronym HACCP stand for - ANSWERS-Hazard Analysis Critical Control Point
(True/False) The application of heat can destroy bacteria because of the "kill step". This occurs
when soups and sauces are brought to a boil for a few minutes before being placed on the
serving line - ANSWERS-True
What does the term "Mise en place" mean - ANSWERS-A constant state of efficient readiness.
Organization of yourself & station for timely preparation and service
(True/False) Standard weights and measures are of no real great importance in food preparation
- ANSWERS-False
5. What is considered by culinarians as the most versatile and valuable tool in the kitchen?
a. Accurate Recipes
b. Chefs Knife
c. Food Processor
d. Instant-read Thermometer - ANSWERS-Chefs Knife
Who was the founder of "Classical French Cookery" and contributed to culinary preparation the
introduction of standardized recipes and menus - ANSWERS-A constant state of efficient
readiness. Organization of yourself & station for timely preparation and service
, What type of service allows for showmanship and calls for the kitchen to arrange the food on
large platters that is then presented by the serving staff - ANSWERS-Russian
What knife is the most popular all around knife in the kitchen, mainly designed for general
cutting and chopping?
a. Carving Knife
b. French Knife
c. Paring Knife
d. Utility Knife - ANSWERS-French Knife
To maintain a knife in good condition, it is necessary to tone the blade. At what angle do you
hold the "steel"? - ANSWERS-20 Degrees
What are the 3 ways that heat transfers from one place/object to another - ANSWERS-
Conduction, Convection & Radiation
(True/False) Ice melts and freezes at 30 degrees - ANSWERS-False
When discussing cooking pans, which material is a better conductor of heat?
a. Stainless steel
b. Aluminum
c. Copper
d. Teflon Coated - ANSWERS-Copper
(True/False) A food item allowed to thaw in the refrigerator over a period of time will be of
higher quality than one that has been thawed quickly? - ANSWERS-True
CULINARY PREPARATION EXAM
QUESTIONS & ANSWERS7
What does the acronym HACCP stand for - ANSWERS-Hazard Analysis Critical Control Point
(True/False) The application of heat can destroy bacteria because of the "kill step". This occurs
when soups and sauces are brought to a boil for a few minutes before being placed on the
serving line - ANSWERS-True
What does the term "Mise en place" mean - ANSWERS-A constant state of efficient readiness.
Organization of yourself & station for timely preparation and service
(True/False) Standard weights and measures are of no real great importance in food preparation
- ANSWERS-False
5. What is considered by culinarians as the most versatile and valuable tool in the kitchen?
a. Accurate Recipes
b. Chefs Knife
c. Food Processor
d. Instant-read Thermometer - ANSWERS-Chefs Knife
Who was the founder of "Classical French Cookery" and contributed to culinary preparation the
introduction of standardized recipes and menus - ANSWERS-A constant state of efficient
readiness. Organization of yourself & station for timely preparation and service
, What type of service allows for showmanship and calls for the kitchen to arrange the food on
large platters that is then presented by the serving staff - ANSWERS-Russian
What knife is the most popular all around knife in the kitchen, mainly designed for general
cutting and chopping?
a. Carving Knife
b. French Knife
c. Paring Knife
d. Utility Knife - ANSWERS-French Knife
To maintain a knife in good condition, it is necessary to tone the blade. At what angle do you
hold the "steel"? - ANSWERS-20 Degrees
What are the 3 ways that heat transfers from one place/object to another - ANSWERS-
Conduction, Convection & Radiation
(True/False) Ice melts and freezes at 30 degrees - ANSWERS-False
When discussing cooking pans, which material is a better conductor of heat?
a. Stainless steel
b. Aluminum
c. Copper
d. Teflon Coated - ANSWERS-Copper
(True/False) A food item allowed to thaw in the refrigerator over a period of time will be of
higher quality than one that has been thawed quickly? - ANSWERS-True
