Catering and crafts practice WAEC past questions and answers

Catering and crafts practice WAEC past questions and answers

Here are 20 catering and crafts practice questions with options and answers:

Catering:

Question: What is the primary purpose of marinating meat?

A) Adding sweetness

B) Tenderizing

C) Enhancing color

D) Increasing saltiness

Answer: B) Tenderizing

Crafts:

Question: Which technique involves heating and shaping glass?

A) Quilting

B) Decoupage

C) Glassblowing

D) Origami

Answer: C) Glassblowing

Catering:

Question: What is the main function of a bain-marie in cooking?

A) Grilling

B) Boiling

C) Simmering

D) Gentle heating

Answer: D) Gentle heating

Crafts:

Question: What type of paint is best for fabric crafts?

A) Acrylic paint

B) Watercolor paint

C) Oil paint

D) Fabric paint

Answer: D) Fabric paint

Catering:

Question: What does "al dente" mean in relation to pasta?

A) Overcooked

B) Undercooked

C) Perfectly cooked

D) Sautéed

Answer: C) Perfectly cooked

Crafts:

Question: Which tool is commonly used for cutting precise shapes in paper crafts?

A) Glue gun

B) X-Acto knife

C) Paintbrush

D) Pencil

Answer: B) X-Acto knife

Catering:

Question: What is the key ingredient in a classic vinaigrette dressing?

A) Mayonnaise

B) Vinegar

C) Soy sauce

D) Ketchup

Answer: B) Vinegar

Crafts:

Question: Which technique involves folding and cutting paper to create intricate designs?

A) Origami

B) Decoupage

C) Quilling

D) Papier-mâché

Answer: C) Quilling

Catering:

Question: What is the purpose of resting meat after cooking?

A) To cool it down

B) To enhance flavor

C) To retain juices

D) To increase tenderness

Answer: C) To retain juices

Crafts:

Question: What type of stitch is commonly used in hand embroidery for outlining shapes?

A) Running stitch

B) Cross stitch

C) Blanket stitch

D) Chain stitch

Answer: A) Running stitch

Catering:

Question: In baking, what does the term "proofing" refer to?

A) Adding yeast

B) Testing doneness

C) Allowing dough to rise

D) Applying glaze

Answer: C) Allowing dough to rise

Crafts:

Question: What is the primary function of a glue gun in crafting?

A) Cutting

B) Painting

C) Adhering materials

D) Sculpting

Answer: C) Adhering materials

Catering:

Question: Which cooking method involves submerging food in hot oil?

A) Roasting

B) Grilling

C) Frying

D) Steaming

Answer: C) Frying

Crafts:

Question: What is the purpose of a primer in painting crafts?

A) Adding texture

B) Sealing the surface

C) Adding shine

D) Enhancing color

Answer: B) Sealing the surface

Catering:

Question: What is the primary ingredient in traditional hummus?

A) Chickpeas

B) Lentils

C) Black beans

D) Kidney beans

Answer: A) Chickpeas

Crafts:

Question: Which type of clay requires baking to harden?

A) Air-dry clay

B) Polymer clay

C) Paper clay

D) Modeling clay

Answer: B) Polymer clay

Catering:

Question: What is the purpose of blanching vegetables?

A) Adding flavor

B) Enhancing color

C) Preserving nutrients

D) Partially cooking

Answer: D) Partially cooking

Crafts:

Question: What is the term for the art of folding paper into decorative shapes and figures?

A) Sculpture

B) Papier-mâché

C) Origami

D) Decoupage

Answer: C) Origami

Catering:

Question: Which type of knife is commonly used for precision cuts in the kitchen?

A) Chef's knife

B) Paring knife

C) Bread knife

D) Cleaver

Answer: B) Paring knife

Crafts:

Question: What is the main purpose of a rotary cutter in fabric crafts?

A) Painting

B) Cutting fabric

C) Sculpting

D) Adding texture

Answer: B) Cutting fabric