Family and Consumer Science Quiz

What are the five food groups recommended for a healthy diet?

• cookies, cake, donuts, pastries, and chocolate

• fruits, vegetables, grains, protein, and dairy

• fried food, processed meat, sugary drinks, white bread, and pizza

• soda, chips, candy, fast food, and ice cream

Why is it important to include a variety of fruits and vegetables in your diet?

• To make the meal more colorful and visually appealing

• Because fruits and vegetables are high in sugar and can help with weight gain

• To avoid eating too much meat and dairy products

• To provide essential vitamins, minerals, and fiber for overall health and well-being.

What is the recommended daily intake of water for an average adult?

• 64-80 ounces

• 32-48 ounces

• 100-120 ounces

• 8-16 ounces

What are some common foodborne illnesses and how can they be prevented?

• Storing food at room temperature for long periods

• Not washing hands before cooking

• Eating raw meat and eggs

• Practicing good hygiene, cooking food thoroughly, avoiding cross-contamination, and properly storing food.

Explain the danger zone for food and why it is important to avoid it.

• Avoiding the danger zone is not important for food safety

• The danger zone is a safe temperature range for food storage

• It is important to avoid the danger zone to prevent foodborne illness.

• The danger zone is only a concern for certain types of food

What are some best practices for storing leftovers to prevent foodborne illness?

• Consume leftovers even if they smell bad or look off

• Store leftovers at room temperature for more than 4 hours

• Keep leftovers in the refrigerator for up to a week

• Store leftovers in shallow containers, refrigerate within 2 hours, and consume within 3-4 days

What are the basic steps for meal planning?

• Not planning meals at all

• Eating out every day

• Setting a budget, creating a menu, making a grocery list, and preparing meals in advance

• Only buying snacks and junk food

How can you ensure that your meals are balanced and nutritious?

• Consume only sugary and high-calorie foods

• Only eat fast food and processed snacks

• Skip meals and only eat once a day

• Include a variety of food groups such as fruits, vegetables, whole grains, lean proteins, and healthy fats in your meals.

What are some time-saving tips for meal preparation?

• Meal prepping, using kitchen gadgets, opting for simple and quick recipes

• Not planning ahead

• Using complicated recipes

• Eating out at restaurants

Explain the concept of meal prepping and how it can help with healthy eating.

• Meal prepping is cooking large portions of unhealthy food and storing them for later consumption.

• Meal prepping is ordering takeout for every meal to save time and effort.

• Meal prepping is preparing and portioning out meals in advance, typically for the week ahead. It helps with healthy eating by allowing individuals to plan and control their meals, ensuring they include nutritious ingredients and appropriate portion sizes.

• Meal prepping is eating whatever is available at the moment without planning.