1. 5.01 Knives

2. Which knife is MOST appropriate to chopping vegetables? Chefs

3. Which vegetable is sliced? Potatoes cut diagonally ¼”” thick

4. What is a DISADVANTAGE of using a dull knife? More likely to be cut with a dull knife

5. Which is NOT an appropriate place to store knives? In a drawer with other knives

6. A serrated knife should be used to cut: Bread, tomato, and soft food.

7. What are the advantages of using a sharp knife? Make clear smooth cuts and is safer

8. To prevent damage to blades and to people, the best place to store knives is/on a: Slotted holder

9. Which vegetable is usually minced in recipes? Garlic

10. Which tool should be used to sharpen a knife? Sharpening tone or whetstone

11. Which vegetable is diced? Carrots cut into ¼”” squares

12. Which tool should be used to true a knife? Knife steel

13. Which vegetable is usually cut into julienne shapes? Carrot

14. Which knife is MOST appropriate to carve a roast at a buffet? Slicing

15. Which two metals are commonly used to make knife blades? Stainless steel and high-carbon steel

16. Why should knives have a full tang? Give more power and strength to knives

17. What is the proper way to carry a knife in the kitchen? Holding the blade pointed down

18. Which is an IMPROPER safety procedure for knives? Soak knives in a sink filled with soapy water

19. Which knife is MOST appropriate to cut meat? Slicing