Worksheet 24

Evaluation:

Circle the correct answer.

1. Food preservation is important because

I. it prevents wastage of food

II. it helps to store food longer

III. it can prolong the shelf life of the food

IV. preserved food is healthier than fresh food

A. I, II and III

B. I, III and IV

C. II, III and IV

D. I, II, III and IV

2. All the following statements explain the importance of food preservation except _____________.

A. food lasts longer

B. food wastage is reduced

C. food can be stored easier

D. the vitamin content of food can be enhanced

3. Why is food preservation important?

A. It spoils the food

B. It helps to store food longer

C. It makes the food smell nice

D. It improves the taste of the food

Circle with the correct answer.

1. Preserved food is easy to store and has long shelf life.

True

False

2. Food preservation prevents food wastage.

True

False

3. Food cannot last long if it is preserved.

True

False

4. Dried food is difficult to store because it is heavy and requires a lot of

space.

True

False

5. Food preservation allows food to be eaten at certain season only.

True

False