6th Grade-Nutrition Unit Quiz

What is an essential nutrient?

• A substance in foods that the body needs to regulate bodily functions, promote growth, repair body tissues, and obtain energy.

• A type of food that tastes good but has no health benefits.

• A vitamin that only helps with energy.

• A mineral found only in water.

Which of the following is a macronutrient?

• Fats

• Vitamins

• Minerals

• Water

What is the main function of macronutrients in our body?

• Gives us caloric energy

• Supports usage of energy

• Helps in breathing

• Improves eyesight

Which of the following is a micronutrient?

• Vitamins

• Proteins

• Carbohydrates

• Fats

Micronutrients are needed in what amount by our body?

• Small amounts

• Large amounts

• Unlimited amounts

• No amounts

Which of the following is NOT a macronutrient?

• Minerals

• Fats

• Proteins

• Carbohydrates

What is the main function of proteins in the body?

• To provide energy

• To build and repair cells and tissue

• To store fat

• To help with digestion

Which of the following is NOT a common food source of protein?

• Meat

• Fish

• Dairy Products

• Candy

What are proteins made of?

• Sugars

• Fats

• Amino acids

• Vitamins

If a food contains all 20 amino acids, what type of protein is it?

• Incomplete protein

• Complete protein

• Simple protein

• Fatty protein