Grilling Quiz: Test Your Cooking Smarts

Medically Reviewed by Smitha Bhandari, MD on October 22, 2024
Question 1/15

Only amateurs barbecue meat over high heat.

  • True
  • False
Question 2/15

You can tell if ground beef contains "pink slime" by looking at the label.

  • True
  • False
Question 3/15

It's safe to eat rare hamburger as long as it's warm.

  • True
  • False
Question 4/15

Which is best for starting a charcoal grill?

  • Self-starting charcoal
  • Lighter fluid and a long match
  • A charcoal chimney starter
Question 5/15

How long can you keep fresh beef ribs or steaks in the refrigerator?

  • 1 to 2 days
  • 3 to 5 days
  • A week
Question 6/15

Which meat needs to get the hottest to kill bacteria?

  • Pork
  • Steak
  • Chicken
Question 7/15

Meat is done if you cut into it and it's no longer red inside.

  • True
  • False
Question 8/15

Sausages should be grilled over high heat to kill bacteria.

  • True
  • False
Question 9/15

You shouldn't thaw meat or poultry:

  • In the microwave
  • In the refrigerator
  • At room temperature
Question 10/15

Eating grilled meat may increase your risk of cancer.

  • True
  • False
Question 11/15

Marinating meat before grilling may help prevent cancer-causing chemicals.

  • True
  • False
Question 12/15

The best way to cook kebabs is to leave a little space between the meat and the veggies.

  • True
  • False
Question 13/15

To be safe, how far away should you use your grill from the house?

  • 5 feet
  • 10 feet
  • 15 feet
Question 14/15

To season your charcoal grill, don't clean it.

  • True
  • False
Question 15/15

Juicier burgers are healthier burgers.

  • True
  • False