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Total questions: 116

Worksheet time: 2hrs 43mins

Name
Class
Date
1.
Which of the following nutrients provides energy to the body?
a)
carbohydrates
b)
vitamins
c)
water
d)
minerals
2.
Which of the following nutrients is important for body, cell, and muscle growth and repair?
a)
vitamins
b)
fats
c)
proteins
d)
carbohydrates
3.
Which nutrient supplies the most energy per gram? 
a)
carbohydrates
b)
fats
c)
protein
d)
water
4.
Which of the following is true about most fast foods? 
a)
they are low in nutrient density 
b)
they are high in fat and calories 
c)
they are low in vitamins and minerals 
d)
all of the above  
5.
What is the main reason for eating a wide variety of foods? 
a)
to learn the food label
b)
to provide all the nutrients you need 
c)
to keep from getting bored with your diet 
d)
to help improve physical fitness 
6.
Elements essential for good health. e.g. Calcium, Iron, Potassium 
a)
Protein
b)
Fat
c)
Minerals
d)
Carbohydrates
7.
The body uses this to dissolve and transport materials.
a)
Fats
b)
Water
c)
Minerals
d)
Vitamins
8.
Organic compounds that help our body to work properly. e.g. A, C, B, K, D
a)
Carbohydrates
b)
Metabolism
c)
Vitamins
d)
Digestion
9.
Stored energy e.g. oils, butter, margarine
a)
Fats
b)
Carbohydrates
c)
Minerals
d)
Vitamins
10.
Calcium, Sodium, and Iron are examples of ________?
a)
Minerals
b)
Vitamins
c)
Fruits
d)
Fiber
11.
Which of the following is NOT a nutrient?
a)
water
b)
fat
c)
fiber
d)
protein
12.
Fish, nuts, oils and avocado are health sources of....
a)
Fiber
b)
Protein
c)
Minerals
d)
Fat
13.
Which one of the following is a good protein source? 
a)
Banana
b)
Beans 
c)
Bagels
d)
Breakfast Bar 
14.
Proteins are found in...
a)
dried beans, peas, and nuts
b)
milk and eggs
c)
meat, fish, and poultry
d)
All choices are correct
15.
When you don't drink enough water you can become:
a)
silly
b)
hyper
c)
intoxicated 
d)
dehydrated 
16.
WHAT ARE THE 6 NUTRIENTS?
a)
Carbs, Meats, Fibers, Water, Protein, and Dairy
b)
Fruits, Milk, Fibers, Water, Pork, and Vitamins
c)
Carbs, Fats, Minerals, Water, Proteins, and Vitamins
d)
Carbs, Fats, Fibers, Cheese, Protein, and Vegtables
17.
The purpose of carbohydrates is:
a)
to provide a layer of insulation for protection.
b)
to boost the immune system and fight off infection.
c)
to provide the body with energy.
d)
to help us get a good night's rest.
18.

Promotes repairing and rebuilding of muscle tissue

a)

Protein

b)

vitamins

c)

minerals

d)

fats

19.

The body's main source of energy

a)

Protein

b)

Vitamins

c)

minerals

d)

Carbohydrates

20.

This nutrient helps keep your bones and teeth strong

a)

vitamins

b)

carbohydrates

c)

Minerals

d)

Fats

21.
Which nutrient carries nutrients to cells and waste from the body?
a)
carbohydrates
b)
proteins
c)
fats
d)
water
22.
Which of the following foods is NOT a carbohydrate?
a)
rice
b)
bread
c)
fruit 
d)
fish
23.
Which of the following foods is NOT a protein?
a)
Orange
b)
Steak
c)
Eggs
d)
Chicken
24.
True or False:  Water is essential to every body function you have.  
a)
True
b)
False
25.

These help your body fight diseases

a)

protein

b)

carbohydrates

c)

vitamins

d)

minerals

26.

This nutrient helps in digestion, removes waste, and regulates body temperature.

a)

Fats

b)

Water

c)

Carbohydrates

d)

Saturated fats

27.
Grains are a good source of...
a)
Protein
b)
Carbohydrates
c)
Sugar
d)
Water
28.
How does calcium help our body?
a)
Builds muscle
b)
Helps eyesight
c)
Develops red blood cells
d)
Builds strong bones
29.

The role of fibre is to

a)

Strengthen teeth and bones

b)

Keep the digestive system healthy

c)

Provides the body with energy

d)

Repairs muscle and tissues

30.

Vitamin C is important because...

a)

It keeps the immune system healthy

b)

Provides the body with energy

c)

Improves eye health and vision

d)

Reduces the risk of brittle bones

31.

Which vitamin improves the vision of a bird?

a)

Vitamin A

b)

Vitamin C

c)

Vitamin D

d)

Iron

32.

What is the importance of calcium within a bird's diet?

a)

Allows blood to hold oxygen

b)

Builds strong bones

c)

Improves the immune system

d)

Improves the structure of egg shells

33.

Which vitamin or mineral allows the blood to hold oxygen?

a)

Calcium

b)

Iron

c)

Vitamin A

d)

Vitamin D

34.

Calcium is important in a bird's diet, but it cannot be absorbed without which other nutrient?

a)

Vitamin A

b)

Vitamin D

c)

Vitamin C

d)

Iron

35.

Lipids are essential within the diet as they...

a)

Provide insulation

b)

Are important for bone structure

c)

Improve brain function

d)

Improve digestive health

36.

Which of the following two statements define a macro and micro nutrient.

a)

A macro nutrient is a nutrient needed in large quantities.

b)

A macro nutrient is a nutrient needed in small quantities.

c)

A micro nutrient is a nutrient needed in large quantities.

d)

A micro nutrient is a nutrient needed in small quantities.

37.
Which nutrient gives you energy?
a)
calcium
b)
fiber
c)
carbohydrates
38.
Nutrients that build and repair tissues and cells e.g. meat, milk, eggs.
a)
Fat
b)
Minerals
c)
Vitamins
d)
Protein
39.
The three classes of nutrients that supply our body with energy are
a)
Glucose, Sucrose, Lactose
b)
Fat, proteins, carbohydrates
c)
Vitamins, minerals, fiber
d)
Protein, water, carbohydrates
40.
Water is extremely important to your health because it
a)
makes us sweat
b)
gives us energy
c)
is vital in all of the bodies major functions
d)
is helps make our blood thicker so it can carry more oxygen
41.
Which nutrient is the most VITAL nutrient to all bodily processes?
a)
Water
b)
Calcium
c)
Fat
d)
Carbohydrates
42.
Which one of these is considered the "good fats" that we get from foods?
a)
Unsaturated Fat
b)
Trans Fat
c)
Saturated 
d)
Carbs
43.
Bread is a great source of which energy nutrient?
a)
Carbohydrates
b)
Fats
c)
Proteins
d)
All of the above
44.

Which of the following is considered a bad fat?

a)

Protein

b)

Unsaturated Fat

c)

Trans Fat

d)

Carbohydrate

45.

At least how many cups of water do you need to drink daily?

a)

8 1/2 cups

b)

7 1/2 cups

c)

6

d)

5

46.
Organic compounds that control several body functions. e.g. A, C, K
a)
Carbohydrates
b)
Metabolism
c)
Vitamins
d)
Digestion
47.
A pattern of eating that includes how much, what, and how often a person eats.
a)
Metabolism
b)
Diet
c)
Calories
d)
Vitamins 
48.
A chemical compound made up of one or more simple sugar e.g. bread, rice, pasta
a)
Protein
b)
Water
c)
Fat
d)
Carbohydrates
49.
Elements essential for good health. e.g. Calcium, Iron, Potassium 
a)
Protein
b)
Fat
c)
Minerals
d)
Carbohydrates
50.
The process of converting the energy in food into energy the body can use.
a)
Metabolism
b)
Diet
c)
Digestion
d)
Calories
51.
The body uses this to carry nutrients and waste. It also helps joints move smoothly.
a)
Fat
b)
Water
c)
Minerals
d)
Vitamin 
52.
The process of breaking down food into a form the body can use.
a)
Diet
b)
Metabolism
c)
Calories
d)
Digestion
53.
Energy storage nutrients that help the body store some vitamins e.g. oils, butter, margarine
a)
Fats
b)
Carbohydrates
c)
Minerals
d)
Vitamins
54.
The amount of energy the body gets from food is measured in.
a)
Metabolism
b)
Diet
c)
Calories
d)
Protein
55.
The amount of energy released when nutrients are broken down is measured in units called
a)
grams
b)
calories
c)
ounces
d)
pounds
56.
The chemical process by which your body breaks down food to release energy is called
a)
metabolism
b)
nutrition
c)
saturation
d)
constipation
57.
What is the main role of carbohydrates?
a)
protecting your nerves
b)
forming your cells
c)
maintaining body temperature
d)
supplying energy for your body's functions
58.
Nutrients that occur naturally in rocks and soil and are required only in small amounts are
a)
supplements
b)
antioxidants
c)
minerals
d)
vitamins
59.
The process of maintaining a steady state inside your body is called
a)
homeostasis
b)
dehydration
c)
anemia
d)
scurvy
60.
Very heavy perspiring or severe diarrhea can result in a serious reduction in the body's water content known as 
a)
anemia
b)
homeostasis
c)
scurvy
d)
dehydration
61.
Which of the following is NOT a good way for a 16 year old girl to prevent dehydration?
a)
Drink lots of caffeinated liquids
b)
Take a drink of water every 15 minutes of exercise
c)
drink at least ten eight ounce cups of water a day
d)
Eat lots of fresh fruits and vegetables
62.
According to the MyPlate plan, what should make up the smallest portion of a teenager's diet?
a)
Grains
b)
Protein
c)
Vegetables
d)
Dairy
63.
Which is an example of a nutrient dense food?
a)
cake
b)
low-fat yogurt
c)
candy
d)
soft drinks
64.
Which of the following is the best advice for eating a healthy diet?
a)
Obtain all of your protein from meat
b)
Drink lots of fruit juice
c)
Make half of the grains you eat whole grain
d)
Consume more solid fat than liquid fat
65.
Is it possible for two meals that contain the same number of calories to have different amounts of energy?
a)
Yes
b)
No
66.
The MINIMUM recommended amount of water that should be consumed in a 24hr period is
a)
60 oz
b)
100 oz
c)
64 oz
d)
24 oz
67.
Fats should only make up_______ percent of your daily caloric intake
a)
20-35
b)
0-10
c)
40-50
d)
10-20
68.
Proteins should make up _________ percent of your daily caloric intake.
a)
10-35
b)
20-40
c)
50-60
d)
15-25
69.
Carbohydrates should make up________ percent of your daily caloric intake.
a)
20-45
b)
10-25
c)
45-65
d)
30-45
70.
Which of the following nutrients is NOT used by the body for energy?
a)
Fat
b)
Carbohydrates
c)
Vitamins
d)
Proteins
71.

Fat has 4 calories per gram

a)

True

b)

False

72.

Which food group is NOT part of the 5 suggested food groups from MyPlate?

a)

Fruits

b)

Vegetables

c)

Processed Food

d)

Grains

e)

Protein

73.

When looking for fruit, focus on...(choose ALL that apply)

a)

fresh fruits

b)

100% fruit juice

c)

dried fruit

d)

frozen fruit

e)

watermelon sour patch

74.

When eating grains, you should choose (a)   versions of bread, pasta, and tortillas.

75.

Examples of protein foods are... (choose ALL that apply)

a)

Unsalted Nuts & Seeds

b)

Poultry

c)

Seafood

d)

Soy

e)

Yogurt

76.

How many ounces of protein shout most people, ages 9 and older, eat each day?

a)

9-11

b)

15-20

c)

5-7

d)

1-2

77.

Protein foods include both animal and (a)   sources.

78.

When looking at canned vegetables, you should look for these TWO things on the label...

a)

No-salt added

b)

Added flavor

c)

Reduced Sodium

d)

Added MSG

79.

Soda and energy and sports drinks contain A LOT of...

a)

Flavor

b)

Added sugar

c)

Goodness

d)

Nutrients

80.

When choosing food and beverages, you should choose those with LESS

a)

Sodium

b)

Saturated Fat

c)

Added Sugar

d)

All of the above

81.

Being active (at least 60 min/day) can help you prevent disease and manage your weight.

a)

True

b)

False

82.
What is a serving size?
a)
How much food you put on your plate.
b)
As much food as you want to eat.
c)
A measured amount of food.
83.
Portion size is the amount of food you choose to eat.
a)
True
b)
False
84.
Which of the following is an example of a healthy snack?
a)
chips
b)
pop tart
c)
banana
d)
doughnut
85.
One half of your plate should be
a)
Protein
b)
Dairy
c)
Grains
d)
Fruits and Vegetables
86.
Yogurt belongs to what food group?
a)
Dairy
b)
Protein
87.

Which is not considered a macronutirent?

a)

Carbohydrates

b)

Fats

c)

Proteins

d)

Vitamins

88.

Which is a unit that is used to measure energy?

a)

Fuel

b)

Calorie

c)

Intake amount

d)

Cup

89.
Which food group does bread belong in?
a)
grains
b)
dairy
c)
fruit
d)
vegetable
90.
Which food group does yogurt and milk belong in?
a)
protein
b)
vegetables
c)
fruit
d)
dairy
91.
What is the word for the nutrition information printed on the side of a food container?
a)
food label
b)
preservative
c)
additive
92.
What is the word for a substance in a food that is used by the body?
a)
source
b)
nutrient
c)
absorb
93.
Which mineral helps your digestive system?
a)
fiber
b)
Vitamin A
c)
calcium
94.
How many glasses of water should you drink a day?
a)
1
b)
6-8
95.
Calcium, Sodium, and Fluoride are examples of ________?
a)
Minerals
b)
Vitamins
c)
Fruits
d)
Fiber
96.
Which of the following is NOT a nutrient?
a)
water
b)
fat
c)
fiber
d)
protein
97.
Which food group according to my plate would repair and rebuild cells and tissue the fastest?
a)
grains
b)
protein
c)
dairy
d)
fiber
98.
Units of heat that measure the energy used by the body and the energy that foods supply to the body.
a)
Nutrients
b)
Calories
c)
Appetite
d)
Nutrition
99.
_____ is/are the body's main or 1st choice of energy
a)
Water
b)
Carbohydrates
c)
Protein
d)
Fats
100.
Ashley is getting ready for her soccer game.  Which nutrient will give her body the main fuel for her game? 
a)
Fat
b)
Water
c)
Multi-vitamin
d)
Carbohydrates
101.
Bread is a great source of which energy nutrient?
a)
Carbohydrates
b)
Fats
c)
Proteins
d)
All of the above
102.
Which one of the following is a protein source? 
a)
Banana
b)
Beans 
c)
Bagels
d)
Breakfast Bar 
103.
Proteins are provided by
a)
dried beans, peas, and nuts
b)
milk and eggs
c)
meat, fish, and poultry
d)
All choices are correct
104.
When you don't drink enough water you can become:
a)
silly
b)
hyper
c)
intoxicated 
d)
dehydrated 
105.
Which of the following is an excellent source of protein?
a)
steak
b)
bread
c)
carrots 
d)
water
106.
This nutrient makes up 75% of your body:
a)
water
b)
vitamin A
c)
carbohydrates 
d)
protein 
107.
The chemical process by which your body breaks down food to release this energy...
a)
Metabolism
b)
Acids
c)
Fiber
d)
Iron
108.
Eating foods rich in calcium can help reduce the risk of osteoporosis. 
a)
True
b)
False
109.
WHAT ARE THE 6 NUTRIENTS?
a)
Carbs, Meats, Fibers, Water, Protein, and Dairy
b)
Fruits, Milk, Fibers, Water, Pork, and Vitamins
c)
Carbs, Fats, Fibers, Water, Protein, and Vitamins
d)
Carbs, Fats, Fibers, Cheese, Protein, and Vegtables
110.
Which nutrient in the main source of energy for our bodies?
a)
Water
b)
Grains
c)
Vitamins 
d)
Carbohydrates
111.
Which nutrient should be eaten before, during and after exercise for quick energy? 
a)
Protein
b)
Carbohydrate 
c)
Fat
d)
Water
112.
Which nutrient should be consumed after intense workouts or games for recovery of damaged muscle tissue?
a)
Protein 
b)
Carbohydrate 
c)
Fat
d)
Water
113.
If a person has a deficiency in vitamin C, they may have...
a)
scurvy
b)
Rickets
c)
Osteoporosis
d)
Anemia
114.
If a person has a deficiency in Calcium and causes soft bones, they may have...
a)
scurvy
b)
Rickets
c)
Osteoporosis
d)
Anemia
115.
If a person has a deficiency in Vitamin D and Calcium, they may have __________.  It may cause a person to have brittle bones.  
a)
scurvy
b)
Rickets
c)
Osteoporosis
d)
Anemia
116.
If a person has a deficiency in Iron, they may have...
a)
scurvy
b)
Rickets
c)
Osteoporosis
d)
Anemia

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