Question 1

Which of the following is considered ground game?&#10;A) rattlesnake&#10;B) bear&#10;C) squirrel&#10;D) all of the above

Accepted Answer

Ground game refers to animals that are hunted on the ground, as opposed to birds or animals typically hunted in the air or water. Rattlesnakes, bears, and squirrels all fit this description, as they are terrestrial animals that can be hunted on the ground.

Question 2

Farm-raised venison is very lean with almost no marbling.

Accepted Answer

Farm-raised venison is typically leaner than the wild variety, with very little marbling.

Question 3

What is the cut called when the venison loin is left attached to the backbone?&#10;A) rack&#10;B) tenderloin&#10;C) sirloin&#10;D) saddle

Accepted Answer

The cut where the venison loin is left attached to the backbone is called the saddle.

Question 4

What can you do to prevent game birds from becoming dry while cooking?&#10;A) baste them&#10;B) cook them to medium rare&#10;C) bard them&#10;D) any of the above

Accepted Answer

All the options listed are methods to prevent game birds from becoming dry while cooking. Basting involves periodically coating the bird with its own juices or a marinade. Cooking game birds to medium rare ensures they retain moisture. Barding involves wrapping the bird in fat, such as bacon, to keep it moist during cooking.

Question 5

What is the preferred method for cooking young rabbit?&#10;A) roasting&#10;B) pan-frying&#10;C) braising&#10;D) any of the above

Accepted Answer

Young rabbit is tender and can be cooked using various methods such as roasting, pan-frying, or braising, depending on the desired flavor and texture.

Question 6

Which of the following factors explains the interest in using insects as a source of human food?&#10;A) insects do not emit greenhouse gasses and they are high in minerals and fiber&#10;B) insects are high in protein&#10;C) insects taste great and are low in calories&#10;D) all of the above

Accepted Answer

Insects are considered a sustainable food source because they are high in protein, can be low in calories, have a good taste (subjective to cultural preferences), and are rich in minerals and fiber. Additionally, compared to traditional livestock, insects generally have a lower environmental footprint, emitting fewer greenhouse gases.

Question 7

Fresh game must be hung to age the meat.

Accepted Answer

This statement is false. Fresh game should be cooked immediately or stored in the refrigerator or freezer. Hanging meat to age it is a technique typically used with beef or game that has already been slaughtered and dressed, not with live or recently killed game.

Question 8

Game is almost always sold pre-cut into subprimals or portions.

Accepted Answer

Game meat is typically sold pre-cut into subprimals or portions due to its tenderness and unique flavor compared to conventional meat sources. This makes it easier for consumers to purchase and use in cooking.

Question 9

Frozen game should be used within 4 months.

Accepted Answer

Frozen game should be used within 4 months to maintain its quality and safety.

Question 10

Unlike other animals, which are slaughtered when they are young, boars have the best flavor when they are more mature.

Accepted Answer

Boars develop a stronger, richer flavor as they age, whereas other animals such as lambs and pigs are typically slaughtered at a younger age for the tender meat.

Question 11

Which of the following is NOT referred to as venison?&#10;A) blackbuck antelope&#10;B) white-tail deer&#10;C) elk&#10;D) moose

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Question 12

What is the most popular game bird served in restaurants?&#10;A) squab&#10;B) pheasant&#10;C) chukar partridge&#10;D) quail

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Question 13

List two types of flavoring that complement the flavors of game?

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Question 14

Wild game birds can be legally sold in the United States.

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Question 15

Game birds are butchered using the same techniques as domesticated poultry.

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Question 16

How should game birds be cooked?&#10;A) well-done&#10;B) medium rare&#10;C) rare&#10;D) medium

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Question 17

Why are furred game meats often marinated in red wine?&#10;A) to destroy bacteria&#10;B) to tenderize the meat from tougher, mature animals&#10;C) to impart traditional flavors&#10;D) to remove any gamey flavor

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