Sure! Here’s an answer key for a food safety and hygiene quiz for grade 3 children:

1. What is the correct way to wash your hands before handling food? Answer: Use soap and warm water, and scrub your hands for at least 20 seconds.

2. True or False: It is important to wash fruits and vegetables before eating them. Answer: True.

3. Why is it important to keep raw meat separate from other foods? Answer: Raw meat can contain harmful bacteria that can spread to other foods and cause illness if not handled properly.

4. True or False: It is safe to eat food that has been left out at room temperature for more than 2 hours. Answer: False. Perishable food should not be left out for more than 2 hours as it can become a breeding ground for bacteria.

5. What is the correct way to handle a cutting board after cutting raw meat on it? Answer: Wash the cutting board with hot, soapy water or place it in the dishwasher to kill any bacteria.

6. True or False: It is safe to taste food to check if it has gone bad. Answer: False. Tasting food to check if it has gone bad can be dangerous as it may contain harmful bacteria that can make you sick.

7. What is the correct temperature to cook chicken to ensure it is safe to eat? Answer: The internal temperature of chicken should reach 165°F (74°C) to kill any harmful bacteria.

8. True or False: It is important to cover your mouth and nose with a tissue or your elbow when sneezing or coughing near food. Answer: True. This helps prevent the spread of germs and bacteria onto the food.

9. Why is it important to store food in the refrigerator? Answer: Storing food in the refrigerator helps slow down the growth of bacteria and keeps it fresh for longer.

10. True or False: It is safe to eat food that has passed its expiration date. Answer: False. It is important to check expiration dates and avoid consuming food that has expired as it may not be safe to eat.

Remember, these answers are just a guide, and you can modify them based on the specific content you want to cover in your quiz.