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Practice Quizzes

1
Which of the following could pose a safety hazard?
A)a loose fitting, long sleeved shirt
B)a large, heavy pot stored on a low shelf
C)sharp knives stored in a divided drawer
D)short appliance cords
2
Which of the following statements is true?
A)When washing a sharp knife, keep the blade towards you.
B)Soak knives in warm sudsy water in the dishpan as you wash other items.
C)Pick up a knife by its blade.
D)Keep knives sharp.
3
Where, besides knives, can you encounter sharp edges in the kitchen?
A)a wooden spoon
B)a plastic spatula
C)a wire whisk
D)rotating beaters
4
If a fire start on the kitchen stove,
A)carry the burning pan to the sink or outside.
B)pour a glass of water on the fire.
C)don’t turn off the burner.
D)smother the fire with baking soda.
5
A polarize plug
A)needs an adapter to be used in newer homes.
B)has one blade wider than the other.
C)increase the risk of electrical shock.
D)should only be used on north facing walls.
6
Chemicals like lighter fluids, drain cleaner, and pesticides should be stored
A)away from food.
B)new, unmarked containers.
C)in low, open shelves.
D)near a heat source.
7
When using a charcoal grill,
A)add starter fluid to lighted coals to keep the fire going.
B)keep a fire extinguisher handy.
C)move it indoors in case of rain.
D)pour water over the coals to control flair-ups.
8
Which is an unsafe practice?
A)Using a hair dryer in the bath tub.
B)Unplugging an electric can opener before cleaning it.
C)Drying your hands before using an electric knife.
D)Keep appliance cords away from the kitchen sink.
9
A five-year old child stands next to a low table, helping her parent fix dinner. The child uses a plastic knife to make bread cubes while the parent steps away to stir something on the range. What is wrong with this situation?
A)The child is too young to be helping prepare dinner.
B)The parent is not paying close enough attention.
C)The child should use a sharp knife.
D)The child should be working on the kitchen counter.
10
Your friend is choking on a piece of food lodged in his throat. What should you do?
A)Perform CPR.
B)Perform the Heimlich maneuver.
C)Use a defibrillator.
D)Call 911
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