17. Which of the following is an implied but missing part of the sequence in preparing the meal described?
Answer: B
The turkey is carved.
An implied but missing part of the sequence in preparing the meal is that the turkey is carved after it is cooked. This step is essential to serve the turkey effectively and is typically expected in the process of serving a turkey dinner.
A) Dessert is served.
While serving dessert is a common part of a complete meal, it is not directly related to the preparation of the turkey and its immediate side dishes. The extract focuses on the turkey and its accompanying dishes, making this option less relevant to the sequence described.
B) The turkey is carved.
Carving the turkey is a crucial step that follows the cooking process. It is implied that after the turkey has finished roasting, it will need to be carved before serving, making this option the correct answer as it directly relates to the preparation and serving of the meal.
C) Everyone helps clean up after the meal.
Although cleanup is an important part of the meal experience, it occurs after serving and eating. The extract does not mention clean-up as part of the meal preparation sequence, making this choice irrelevant to the implied steps of preparing the turkey dinner.
D) Side dishes are plated while the turkey roasts.
While this option reflects a logical multitasking approach during meal preparation, it is not explicitly mentioned in the extract. The sequence described focuses on the turkey and its immediate preparation, making this option less critical than the carving step.
Conclusion
The correct answer, "The turkey is carved," is essential to the completion of the meal preparation process, as it is a necessary step before serving. The other options, while relevant to the overall dining experience, do not directly address the immediate steps outlined in the extract, thereby failing to capture the implied sequence in preparing the turkey dinner.