Food Affects Life

Which step in the development of civilization occurred first?

• Colonizing distant continents while searching for new food sources.

• Forming tribes to hunt for food.

• Herding and farming.

• Learning crafts and trading goods for food.

What is the second step in the decision-making process?

• Choose one alternative.

• Consider your alternatives.

• Evaluate your decision.

• Identify the problem or decision.

The three areas of wellness are _____.

• agriculture, government, and economics

• cultural, psychological, and environmental health

• national origin, religion, and family

• physical, mental, and social health

Cultural influences on food choices may be most apparent when ______.

• celebrating holidays

• dining with friends

• eating in restaurants

• shopping in a grocery store

In which of the following situations would trying peppery pineapple pizza be an example of mass media influencing food choices?

• Three local pizza shops recently added it to their menus.

• You had a coupon for it at your favorite pizza parlor.

• Your friend ordered it when you were eating out together.

• Your mother prepared it for a family celebration.

Which of the following media reports on the importance of eating breakfast is likely to be most reliable?

• An article published in a popular magazine.

• A study funded by a major cereal manufacturer.

• Findings based on a study of six schoolchildren.

• Research conducted by an independent team of scientists and dietitians.

When it comes to driving trends for new products, consumers demand foods that are _____.

• attractively packaged, shelf stable, and generously portioned

• brightly colored, crunchy, and fruit flavored

• healthful, convenient, and great tasting

• organic, lowfat, and sodium free

Which of the following is not a factor that affects the supply of foods from which consumers can choose?

• Agriculture

• Economics

• Environment

• Psychology

Which government agency ensures the safety and wholesomeness of foods other than meat, poultry, and eggs?

• CPSC

• FDA

• HHS

• USDA

Practices that either preserve or improve societal, environmental, and economic conditions for future generations are _____.

• ineffective

• malnourished

• restricted

• sustainable