Carbohydrates Quiz

What do carbohydrates do for you?

• They are the body's main source of energy

• They help in building muscles

• They are the main source of vitamins

• They are bad for digestion

Name three types of carbohydrates that come from plants.

• Sugars, starches, fiber

• Proteins, fats, vitamins

• Minerals, water, fiber

• Sugars, proteins, fats

Carbohydrates are created through the process of _______.

• Photosynthesis

• Respiration

• Digestion

• Fermentation

Name five ingredients that add sugar to food.

• Corn syrup, honey, maple syrup, sucrose, molasses

• Corn syrup, honey, salt, sucrose, molasses

• Corn syrup, honey, maple syrup, salt, molasses

• Corn syrup, honey, maple syrup, sucrose, salt

How does digestion convert carbohydrates into energy your body can use?

• By storing them as fat

• By breaking them down into proteins

• By turning carbs into glucose for daily activities and storing it as glycogen

• By converting them into vitamins

Why does your body need a good supply of glucose?

• Glucose helps in muscle building

• Glucose powers all of your activity during the day

• Glucose helps in fat storage

• Glucose helps in protein synthesis

Identify three additional nutrients that are found in foods that contain complex carbohydrates.

• Vitamins, minerals, fiber

• Proteins, fats, water

• Sugars, starches, enzymes

• Amino acids, fatty acids, cholesterol

What is another name for fiber?

• Starch

• Glucose

• Bulk, cellulose, or roughage

• Protein

Explain why it is important to eat foods containing fiber.

• Fiber helps in muscle growth

• Fiber helps food move through the digestive system and can prevent constipation and/or reduce blood cholesterol

• Fiber helps in fat storage

• Fiber helps in protein synthesis

Name four foods that are good sources of fiber.

• Whole grain bread, fruits, vegetables, beans

• Meat, fish, eggs, dairy

• Candy, soda, chips, cookies

• Butter, oil, cheese, cream