School Lunches

What is the main goal of the new school lunch programs?

• To remove all snacks from schools

• To make lunch cheaper for schools

• To provide more healthful, delicious options

• To make lunchtime shorter

Which foods do the new programs aim to replace?

• Fruits and vegetables

• Hamburgers, greasy fries, high-fat pizza

• Whole grains

• Salad bars

What was the initial reaction of students to the healthful lunch programs?

• They were excited to try new foods

• They were indifferent

• They immediately preferred the healthful options

• They were reluctant to try them

What do students now have the option to make at many schools?

• Their own pizzas

• Healthful salads

• Sugary desserts

• Fried foods

According to the USDA, what are the benefits of choosing more healthful lunch options?

• There are no reported benefits

• Students become less physically active

• Students eat more sugar

• Students are more likely to eat less sugar and be more physically active

What do some students say about the more healthful school lunches?

• They are always delicious

• They prefer them over home lunches

• They are too expensive

• They don't find the food appealing

What is a major concern about the new rules for school lunches?

• They limit student choice

• They are not sustainable

• They increase the cost of school lunches

• They require too much time to prepare