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WorksheetsFACS Unit 15-Fruits Vegetables and Grains
Total questions: 39
Worksheet time: 20mins
Which is the best way to prepare fruit to retain nutrients?
baked on a low temperature for a long time
battered and fried in oil
lightly grilled
stewed in water and butter
Tomatoes, squash, and peppers would fall into which MyPlate food group:
fruits
vegetables
protein
dairy
How can calories be reduced when preparing fruits and vegetables?
by choosing cooking methods like baking and steaming
by frying with heavy batters
by mixing with sugar and gelatins
by serving with cream dips and sauces
David found fresh peaches on sale at the farmer's market. He purchased more than he will use in one week. What should David do?
freeze as is
package and freeze
refrigerate until he uses them all
throw the extra away
Which category of food is selected by color, smell, and touch?
canned beans
citrus and fresh vegetables
frozen foods
milk and cheese
What are the health benefits of eating fresh fruits as compared to eating processed fruits?
fresh fruits are less nutritious than frozen fruits
fresh fruits are lower in sugar and sodium than processed fruits
fresh fruits brown as compared to canned fruits that keep their color
fresh fruits have inconsistent pricing throughout the year while processed fruit pricing remains more stable
Which is the healthiest choice?
Whole grains
Refined grains
Enriched grains
Which part of the grain is the outer skin?
Bran
Endosperm
Germ
Is rice an example of a whole grain?
No
Yes
What is another example of a grain?
Hamburger
Pasta
Tomato
Part of the plant that sprouts
Bran
Endosperm
Germ
Whole grains include:
Whole wheat flour
oatmeal
brown rice
All of these foods are considered whole grains!
Refined grains have been milled, a process that removes the:
bran
bran and germ
endosperm
True or False? Milled grains have a finer texture and improved shelf life but also have lost dietary fiber, iron and B vitamins.
True
False
True or False? Most Americans consume enough grains but not enough whole grains.
True
False
Strawberries are a good source of vitamin c
True
False
For a product to be labeled whole grain it has to contain what percent or more of whole grain by weight.
25%
50%
51%
60%
What parts make up a whole grain seed? Choose all that apply.
Bran
Germ
Endosperm
Wheat
Millet
What part(s) make up a refined grain seed? Choose all that apply.
Bran
Germ
Endosperm
Carbohydrates are divided into two main categories. They are:
simple and fiber
simple and complex
fiber and complex
Broccoli is a great source of Vitamin A
True
False
Corn and potato's are a great source of carbohydrates
True
False
Vitamin A is found in
All fruits
Dark leafy green vegetables
What is one way to save money at the grocery store when buying fruits and vegetables
Buy all organic
Buy fresh fruits and vegetables in season
You should wash fruits and vegetable in soapy water to get rid of germs and contaminants?
True
False
Rinsing pasta after its cooked will
keep the nutrients in the pasta
wash away the nutrients
Iron and Niacin can be found in
Fruits
Vegetables
Grains
Fiber can reduce cholesterol
True
False
Carbs provide energy and warmth
True
False
The endosperm is where the new plant starts in a grain
True
False
Carbohydrates are rich in non caloric fiber
True
False
The largest part of the grain is
Endosperm
Germ
Bran
Fiber can reduce the risk of
Cancer
High blood pressure
Eggs and fat are considered leavening agents
True
False
Sugar and fat can aid in the browning process
True
False
