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NUTR 2110 Exam 1 Review Worksheet

Total questions: 55

Worksheet time: 29mins

Name
Class
Date
1.

The average daily intake level estimated to meet the needs of 97-98% of individuals is called the

a)

RDA 

b)

EAR 

c)

UL 

d)

AMDR 

2.

Organic compounds in nutrition means that something is composed of 

a)

Carbon, hydrogen, & oxygen ONLY 

b)

Carbon & Hydrogen ONLY 

c)

Carbon, Hydrogen, oxygen, & sometimes other elements 

d)

Carbon ONLY 

3.

A disease characterized by a gradual onset and long duration is referred to as a chronic disease 

a)

True

b)

False

4.

This macronutrient provides 9kcal/g 

a)

Proteins

b)

Lipids 

c)

Carbohydrates 

d)

None of the above 

5.

Minerals are considered to be _________ micronutrients 

a)

Organic 

b)

Inorganic 

c)

The best 

d)

None of the above 

6.

The role of a control group in an experiment is _________. 

a)

Make the outcome go your way 

b)

Control who is in the experiment 

c)

Get the placebo

d)

Get the experimental treatment 

7.

Observational studies indicate cause and effect 

a)

True

b)

False

8.

Fat-soluble vitamins are 

a)

A

b)

D

c)

E

d)

K

e)

All of the above

9.

The science that studies food and how food nourishes our body and influences our health is _______. 

a)

Exercise Science 

b)

Biology 

c)

Nutrition 

d)

Physics 

e)

Health 

10.

Water is a nutrient we need

a)

True

b)

False

11.

What is one objective from Healthy People 2020

a)

To decrease the contribution of fruits to the diets of individuals at or above the age of 2 

b)

 To increase the variety and decrease the contribution of vegetables to the diets of individuals at or above the age of 2 

c)

 To decrease the variety and increase the contribution of vegetables to the diets of individuals at or above the age of 2 

d)

To increase the contribution of fruits to the diets of individuals at or above the age of 2 

12.

What are two key components of physical health? 

a)

Nutrition and physical activity 

b)

Spiritual values and meaningful vocation 

c)

Meaningful work and spiritual beliefs 

d)

Positive feelings and nutrition 

13.

Which of the following is NOT a group of nutrients? 

a)

Carbohydrates 

b)

Meats 

c)

Water 

d)

Minerals 

14.

If a food has 10 grams of fat, how many calories from fat does the food have? 

a)

40 kcal 

b)

70 kcal 

c)

90 kcal 

d)

100 kcal 

15.

Which of the following is defined as the highest average daily nutrient intake level likely to pose no risk or adverse health effects? 

a)

UL 

b)

AI 

c)

EAR 

d)

RDA 

16.

The ingredient with the highest amount is listed _____ in the food ingredient list 

a)

Last

b)

First

c)

That's Classified information

17.

Foods that provide little to no nutrients can be referred to as nutrient dense 

a)

True

b)

False

18.

Proper proportions of Carbohydrates, Fats, Proteins, vitamins, minerals, & water necessary to maintain good health is 

a)

Varied 

b)

Balanced  

c)

Adequate 

d)

None of the above 

19.

The four components of a healthful diet are as follows: Adequacy, balance, moderation & variety. 

a)

True

b)

False

20.

Some of the key messages of the 2020 – 2025 Dietary Guidelines for Americans include. (Choose more than one if applicable )

a)

Follow a healthy eating pattern across the lifespan 

b)

Focus on variety, nutrient density, & amount 

c)

Shift to more empty calories 

d)

Increase calories from added sugars, saturated fat, & increase sodium intake 

21.

Which of the following does NOT need to be included on a food label? 

a)

The name and address of the food manufacturer, packer, or distributor 

b)

The net contents of the package 

c)

Nutrition information 

d)

Health claims 

22.

A Mediterranean-style eating pattern is typically healthful. 

a)

True

b)

False

23.

Which of the following is NOT a common source of protein in the Mediterranean diet? 

a)

Beans 

b)

Fish 

c)

Red meat 

d)

Nuts 

24.

What are ways you can make healthful choices when eating out? (choose all that apply) 

a)

Substitute the side order with a nutrient-dense option (cup of fruit, veggies, etc.)

b)

Order a super-size meal for the value 

c)

Share your meal with a friend 

d)

Take half your meal home 

25.

A healthful eating pattern includes: 

a)

Eating a variety of fruits and vegetables 

b)

Eating nutrient-dense foods 

c)

Choosing whole grains 

d)

All of the above 

26.

Detailed food labels are required on all meat and poultry. 

a)

True

b)

False

27.

MyPlate graphic shows: 

a)

Specific food choices 

b)

Six food groups 

c)

Water as a food group 

d)

None of the above 

28.

For 2,000 kcal/day, it is recommended one should eat: 

(Choose more than one if applicable )

a)

3 cups of dairy 

b)

5.5 oz of protein 

c)

2.5 cups of vegetables 

d)

2 cups of fruit 

e)

6 oz of grains 

29.

Our standard serving sizes have gotten larger in the last 20 years. 

a)

True

b)

False

30.

A mass of food that has been chewed and moistened in the mouth is referred to as 

a)

Bolus 

b)

Chyme 

c)

Lipase 

d)

Amylase 

31.

A semifluid mass consisting of partially digested food, water, and gastric juices is referred to as 

a)

Bolus 

b)

Chyme 

c)

Lipase 

d)

Amylase 

32.

The process of building larger molecules from smaller molecules is called 

a)

Catabolism 

b)

Anabolism 

c)

Lipolysis 

d)

Hydrolysis 

33.

The process of breaking down larger molecules into smaller molecules is called 

a)

Catabolism 

b)

Anabolism 

c)

Gluconeogenesis 

d)

Lipogenesis 

34.

Gluconeogenesis is when ________________ and it is an example of _________ 

a)

The body synthesizes glucose; anabolism 

b)

The body synthesizes glucose; catabolism 

c)

The body breaking down glucose; anabolism 

d)

The body breakdown glucose; catabolism 

35.

Which hormone triggers hunger? 

a)

Leptin 

b)

Insulin 

c)

Ghrelin 

d)

CCK 

36.

Hunger is a physiological desire to consume specific foods. 

a)

True

b)

False

37.

Which of the following organs of the GI tract is matched with one of its correct functions? 

a)

Liver – stores bile to release into the small intestine 

b)

Gallbladder – produces bile to emulsify fats 

c)

Pharynx – produces saliva, mucus, enzymes, and other chemicals 

d)

Pancreas – produces digestive enzymes and bicarbonate 

38.

Fatty acids cannot be converted to glucose. 

a)

True

b)

False

39.

Which of the following describes the process of lipolysis? 

a)

The breakdown of dietary fats into single amino acids or small peptides that are absorbed by the body. 

b)

The enzyme-driven catabolism of triglycerides into free fatty acids and glycerol. 

c)

The enzyme-driven anabolism of triglycerides into free fatty acids and glycerol. 

d)

The breakdown of fatty acids into single amino acids or small peptides that are absorbed by the body. 

40.

The _______ synthesizes bile and processes nutrients for storage or releases them back into the bloodstream. 

a)

Gallbladder 

b)

Pancreas 

c)

Liver 

d)

Small intestine 

41.

When is protein used for energy? 

a)

First, before all the other nutrients 

b)

Second, after all the fat is used 

c)

Third, when total energy or carbohydrate intake is low 

d)

Never

42.

Gastrointestinal function is regulated by: 

a)

Enteric nervous system 

b)

Peripheral nervous system 

c)

Central nervous system 

d)

Median nervous system 

43.

The small intestine is made up of: 

a)

The colon

b)

The ileum

c)

the duodenum

d)

Jejunum

e)

Hopes & desires

44.

The liver cells combine two molecules of ammonia together with carbon dioxide to form: 

a)

Bile 

b)

Adipose tissue 

c)

Amino acids 

d)

Urea 

45.

Which DRI refers to a nutrient intake value estimated to meet the requirements of 50% of healthy individuals? 

a)

RDA

b)

UL

c)

EAR

d)

AMDR

46.

Malnutrition occurs when nutritional status is out of balance, and there is a(n) _______ in energy/nutrient intake or an imbalance of nutrients. 

a)

Excess

b)

Deficient

c)

Excess or deficient

47.

Empty Calories provide high nutritional value and should be consumed often.

a)

True

b)

False

48.

The difference in hunger and appetite is that hunger is _________, while appetite is ____________.

a)

Physiological, psychological

b)

First, second

c)

Psychological, physiological

d)

Specific, non specific 

49.

Anabolism releases energy and catabolism needs energy. 

a)

True

b)

False

50.

A macronutrient is a nutrient the body needs in relatively small amounts (milligrams or micrograms).

a)

True

b)

False

51.

What is not an example of a secondary deficiency?

a)

Lactose intolerance, a deficiency of an enzyme called lactase, making the body unable to digest the sugar lactose

b)

Pancreatic insufficiency a condition in which the pancreas does not produce enough digestive enzymes to digest food in the small intestines

c)

Pernicious Anemia, inability to absorb B12 because of a lack of intrinsic factor

d)

Beriberi, deficiency of thiamin (vitamin B1) usually caused by alcoholism or poor diet

52.

By limiting portion size, added sugars, and saturated fats, one can eat healthfully when dining out.

a)

True

b)

False

53.

My Plate encourages Americans to:

a)

Eat a variety of foods

b)

Increase their physical activity

c)

Eat more lean protein and whole grains

d)

Consume the right portions of each recommended food group

e)

All the above

54.

Choose the macronutrient that promotes the highest value of satiety.

a)

Protein

b)

Fat

c)

Carbohydrates

d)

Fiber

55.

What metabolic reaction is an example of anabolism?

a)

Glycolysis

b)

Phosphorylation

c)

Lipolysis

d)

Deamination