Unit 1 Practice Test

Which description shows the best balance of physical, social, and mental/emotional health?

• April has low self-esteem because of her weight and is working on making more friends.

• Barbara plays hockey, eats well, and has frequent conflicts with her teammates.

• Marta has a large circle of friends and eats primarily junk food and chocolate.

• Terrence exercises for 30 minutes a day, eats well, and enjoys new challenges.

Which description best defines health?

• being physically fit, eating a good diet, and not having any major diseases

• being in the middle, rather than at either extreme, of the health continuum

• maintaining a balance of physical, mental/emotional, and social well-being

• eating well, having friends, liking yourself, and living for a long time

Read the statements below. Which person is the best listener?

• Sana listens quietly. Her mind often wanders while her friends are talking.

• Ali agrees with whatever the other person says. He rarely interrupts to offer suggestions.

• Mina listens without interrupting the person. She gives appropriate suggestions.

You are at the supermarket. Which strategy is best for choosing a brand of cereal to buy?

• check the information in the ads

• read the nutrition facts label

• determine which brand is the cheapest

What is the minimum amount of fruit that should be eaten each day?

• 1 cup

• 2 cups

• 3 cups

• 4 cups

Sam munches on some almonds. Identify the food group to which almonds belong.

• fruits

• milk products

• meat and beans

• vegetables

Sheila is moderately active and loves sweet foods. Which is the best practice for her to adopt?

• ban sugars completely and decrease activity levels

• eat only fruits and cut out all activity

• have desserts in small portions and increase activity levels

The nutrition facts label on a food package lists "iron 50%." What does this figure indicate?

• The total content of this package fulfills 50 percent of the required daily amount of iron.

• One serving from this package fulfills 50 percent of the required daily amount of iron.

• Half of this package fulfills 50 percent of the required daily amount of iron.

Anita has recently been diagnosed with type 2 diabetes. Which kind of diet is best for her?

• a diet in which the majority of the grains are whole grains

• a diet with vegetables and fruits that are rich in calcium and phosphorus

• a diet with a lot of iron and a lot of protein from dairy products

Which statement best explains the relationship between diet and osteoporosis?

• Cholesterol blocks calcium from reaching bone cells. A diet that is high in cholesterol can lead to osteoporosis.

• Calcium and phosphorus build strong and flexible bones. A diet that lacks these nutrients can lead to osteoporosis.

• Protein and iron build strong and flexible bones. A diet that lacks these nutrients can lead to osteoporosis.