Executive Branch
Which branch of government is responsible for officially pardoning a Thanksgiving turkey each year?
A. Legislative Branch
B. Judicial Branch
C. Executive Branch
D. Department of Agriculture
C. Executive Branch
What type of heat transfer is primarily responsible for cooking a turkey in an oven?
A. Conduction
B. Convection
C. Radiation
D. Evaporation
B. Convection
Simplify:
(3x2+5x−2)+(4x2−3x+6)
A. 7x2+2x+4
B. 7x2+8x+4
C. 12x2+2x+4
D. 7x2+2x+8
A.
Read the passage and answer the question:
"Maria was determined to finish the marathon, even though her legs ached and her energy was fading. She focused on the cheering crowd and pushed forward, one step at a time."
What is the main idea of this passage?
A. Maria was injured during the marathon.
B. Maria was determined to complete the marathon despite challenges.
C. Maria was running her first marathon.
D. Maria was disappointed with her performance.
B. Maria was determined to complete the marathon despite challenges.
What is a male turkey called?
A tom or gobbler.
What is one of the main responsibilities of the Executive Branch related to national holidays like Thanksgiving?
A. Declaring laws unconstitutional
B. Enforcing federal laws and proclamations
C. Writing new laws
D. Appointing members of Congress
B.
Explanation: The Executive Branch enforces laws and can issue proclamations, such as declaring national days of observance like Thanksgiving.
Why is it important to cook a turkey to an internal temperature of at least 165°F (74°C)?
A. To make the meat more tender
B. To kill harmful bacteria like Salmonella
C. To improve the flavor
D. To reduce cooking time
B. To kill harmful bacteria like Salmonella
Solve for x:
2x+5=17
A. 5
B. 6
C. 7
D. 8
B. 6
Choose the sentence that is grammatically correct:
A. Him and I went to the store.
B. Me and him went to the store.
C. He and I went to the store.
D. He and me went to the store.
C. He and I went to the store.
What is a female turkey called?
A hen.
Which President began the tradition of the “official” turkey pardon at the White House?
A. Ronald Reagan
B. John F. Kennedy
C. George H. W. Bush
D. Bill Clinton
C.
Explanation: While some presidents spared turkeys informally, George H. W. Bush made the turkey pardon an annual tradition in 1989.
What happens to the proteins in turkey meat as it cooks?
A. They dissolve in water
B. They expand and become more flexible
C. They denature and coagulate
D. They turn into carbohydrates
C. They denature and coagulate
Explanation: When heated, proteins denature (unfold) and coagulate (clump together), changing the texture of the meat from soft to firm.
What is the area of a rectangle with length 8 cm and width 3 cm?
A. 11 cm²
B. 24 cm²
C. 22 cm²
D. 18 cm²
B. 24 cm²
Where do you typically find the main idea of a paragraph?
A. In the beginning, or sometimes at the end.
B. In the middle.
C. At the end
A. In the beginning, or sometimes at the end.
What is a baby turkey called?
A poult.
How does the Executive Branch influence how Americans celebrate Thanksgiving?
A. By passing laws about food safety
B. By issuing executive orders about holiday menus
C. By setting the date through presidential proclamation
D. By requiring all citizens to celebrate
C.
Explanation: The President can issue proclamations that set or reaffirm the date of Thanksgiving, traditionally the fourth Thursday in November.
Why does a turkey continue to cook slightly after being removed from the oven?
A. The oven is still hot
B. The juices are still boiling
C. Residual heat continues to transfer within the meat
D. The skin traps heat and moisture
C. Residual heat continues to transfer within the meat
A store is offering 25% off a $60 jacket. What is the sale price?
A. $45
B. $50
C. $40
D. $55
A. $45
Which revision best improves the clarity of this sentence?
"Running quickly, the finish line was crossed by the exhausted runner."
A. The exhausted runner crossed the finish line running quickly.
B. Running quickly, the exhausted runner crossed the finish line.
C. The finish line was crossed quickly by the exhausted runner.
D. The exhausted runner, running quickly, crossed the finish line.
B. Running quickly, the exhausted runner crossed the finish line.
True or False: Turkeys can fly.
True – wild turkeys can fly short distances (up to 55 mph).
Which document gives the Executive Branch the authority to carry out national traditions like Thanksgiving proclamations?
A. The Declaration of Independence
B. The Bill of Rights
C. The U.S. Constitution
D. The Articles of Confederation
C.
Explanation: The U.S. Constitution outlines the powers of the Executive Branch, including the ability to issue proclamations and enforce laws.
Brining a turkey before cooking helps keep it moist. What scientific process is responsible for this?
A. Osmosis
B. Diffusion
C. Fermentation
D. Sublimation
A. Osmosis
Explanation: Osmosis allows salt and water from the brine to move into the turkey’s cells, helping it retain moisture during cooking.
What is the slope of the line that passes through the points (2, 3) and (6, 7)?
A. 1
B. 2
C. 4
D. 0.5
A. 1
What does the word reluctant most likely mean in this sentence?
"She was reluctant to speak in front of the large crowd."
A. Excited
B. Nervous
C. Unwilling
D. Prepared
C. Unwilling
Which U.S. president made Thanksgiving a national holiday?
Abraham Lincoln.