4th Grade Nutrition Quiz

Which of these are substances in food that your body needs?

• Snacks

• Nutrients

• Flavors

• Colors

What is it called when you eat the right amounts of different foods?

• Big Meal

• Yummy Food

• Balanced Diet

• Fast Food

Which nutrient helps build and repair your body's tissues?

• Sugar

• Protein

• Fiber

• Water

Which nutrient gives your body energy, like from fruits and vegetables?

• Vitamins

• Minerals

• Carbohydrates

• Fats

Which nutrient also gives your body energy and helps absorb some vitamins?

• Protein

• Carbohydrates

• Fats

• Water

What are essential nutrients that your body needs in small amounts?

• Calories

• Vitamins

• Ingredients

• Portions

What are essential nutrients like calcium and iron that help your body?

• Minerals

• Proteins

• Carbohydrates

• Fats

What is it called when you get enough water to stay healthy?

• Eating

• Sleeping

• Hydration

• Exercising

What is the process of breaking down food into usable parts called?

• Cooking

• Digestion

• Shopping

• Growing

What is a measure of the energy that's in food?

• Grams

• Ounces

• Calories

• Pounds