Food and Nutrition Pretest

A substance needed by the body for growth, energy, repair and maintenance is called _______________.

• Calories

• Fatty acid

• Carbohydrates

• Nutrient

Nutrients that build and repair tissues and cells e.g. meat, milk, eggs.

• Fat
• Minerals
• Vitamins
• Protein

The amount of energy the body gets from food is measured in.

• Metabolism
• Diet
• Calories
• Protein

What food group supplies a large amount of protein?

• Dairy
• Fruit
• Meats
• Vegetables

Which of the following is true about most fast foods? 

• they are low in nutrient density 
• they are high in fat and calories 
• they are low in vitamins and minerals 
• all of the above  

What is the main reason for eating a wide variety of foods? 

• to learn the food label
• to provide all the nutrients you need 
• to keep from getting bored with your diet 
• to help improve physical fitness 

Milk, yogurt and cheese are all LACTICS. What nutrient do they contain?

• carbohydrates

• vitamins and minerals

• proteins

• proteins and fats