Chapter 5 - Food Commodities [Cereals]

Question 1

List two reasons for the importance of cereals in the diet.

Answer 1

● A source of complex carbohydrates which is the best
source of energy for our bodies.

● A good source of dietary fibre that aids in the
digestion of food.

Question 2

State four types of cereals.

Answer 2

● Wheat
● Rice
● Maize
● Oat
● Barley
●  Rye

Question 3

Name two alternatives to rice.

Answer 3

● Barley / maize (corn)

● Oats / wheat

Question 4

Identify two types of rice.

Answer 4

● Unpolished rice (long-grained)
● Polished rice (long-grained)
● Glutinous rice (short-grained)

Question 5

Name the type of rice suitable for making dumplings and sushi.

Answer 5

glutinous

Question 6

State three guidelines to remember when purchasing brown rice.

Answer 6

● Check that the expiry date is still valid for
consumption.

● Check that there are no weevils or tiny worms present
in the product.

● Avoid buying any product that has a powdery residue
as it may have been kept for too long.

● Avoid buying brown rice in large quantities as they
can turn rancid very easily.

Question 7

What is a Cereal composed of?

Answer 7

● Endosperm
● Bran
● Germ

Question 8

State three guidelines to remember when purchasing brown rice.

Answer 8

● Check that the expiry date is still valid for
consumption.

● Check that there are no weevils or tiny worms present
in the product.

● Avoid buying any product that has a powdery residue
as it may have been kept for too long.

● Avoid buying brown rice in large quantities as they
can turn rancid very easily.