Carbohydrates

Which of the following is an example of a simple carbohydrate?

• Glucose
• Fibre
• Glycogen
• Starch

Which of the following is an example of a polysaccharide?

• Starch
• Sucrose
• Maltose
• Lactose

Which of the following is an example of a complex carbohydrate?

• Maltose
• Lactose
• Sucrose
• Glycogen

How does the body convert carbohydrates?

• Into protein
• Into glucose
• Into vitamins
• Into fat

What happens if there is insufficient carbohydrate intake?

• The body uses fat for energy
• The body uses protein for energy
• The body uses fiber for energy
• The body uses vitamins for energy

Where is fiber found?

• Meat and dairy products
• Processed foods
• Soft drinks, cakes, biscuits, and chocolate
• Fruits, vegetables, nuts, and seeds

Which of the following is an example of a monosaccharide?

• Maltose
• Glucose
• Sucrose
• Lactose

What is the role of carbohydrates in providing fiber?

• To prevent constipation
• To regulate body temperature
• To provide energy
• To keep the heart pumping

What are carbohydrates made up of?

• Carbon, hydrogen, and sulfur
• Nitrogen, hydrogen, and oxygen
• Carbon, hydrogen, and oxygen
• Carbon, nitrogen, and oxygen

What is the classification of simple carbohydrates?

• Two molecules linked together
• Not digested or absorbed
• Single molecule
• Many molecules linked together