6th grade nutrition quiz

The nutrient that is the building block for growth and repair of tissue is:

• fat

• protein

• carbohydrates

_________ are taken from animal tissue and plant oils. They help keep your skin healthy.

• fats

• vitamins

• water

The sugars and starches in food are________.

• minerals

• carbohydrates

• fat

________ is an important nutrient that is often overlooked and helps with digestion, removes waste, and cools you off.

• protein

• minerals

• water

A waxy chemical that our bodies produce and need in small amounts is called:

• saturated fat

• cholesterol

• trans fat

• sodium

_____cannot be digested and help(s) carry waste out of your body.

• fiber

• cholesterol

• vitamins

• carbohydrates

Which of the foods below is highest in fiber?

• chicken

• broccoli

• eggs

• pasta

This mineral is found in most dairy products and is important for bone growth.

• sodium

• vitamin K

• calcium

• protein

How much water should a 120 pound person drink daily?

• 3 glasses of water.

• 60 fluid ounces

• 40 fluid ounces

• 120 fluid ounces

For breakfast, you ate 2 pancakes 1 slice of bacon, an orange, and a glass of milk. Which food group is missing from your plate?

• vegetables

• grains

• protein

• dairy