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MyPlate quiz

Total questions: 35

Worksheet time: 19mins

Name
Class
Date
1.

How much of your plate should consist of fruits and vegetables when following the MyPlate recommendations?

a)
All
b)
most
c)
half
d)
none
2.
Where do fats and sugars fit in the recomendations?
a)
They are to be eliminated entirely
b)
They are not considered as a seperate group.
c)
They don't matter.
d)
Eat all of those you want while you're young.
3.
What group are beans and eggs in?
a)
protein
b)
vegetable
c)
fruit
d)
grain
4.
Popcorn is in the ________ group.
a)
Grains
b)
Fruits
c)
Vegetable
d)
Dairy
5.
What food groups are missing from this meal; fish, beans, broccoli, milk?
a)
protein & vegetable
b)
dairy & fruit
c)
grain & fruit
d)
grain & sugar
6.
Kale is an example of?
a)
a dark green vegetable
b)
a protein
c)
a fruit
d)
a grain
7.
How many of your grains should be whole grains?
a)
all of them
b)
a few of them
c)
half of them
d)
a third of them
8.
What is not represented on MyPlate?
a)
cookies
b)
candy
c)
soda
d)
all of these
9.
MyPlate guidelines have included more plant-based foods. Which food below is NOT considered plant-based?
a)
yogurt
b)
apple
c)
whole grain bread
d)
broccoli
10.
What is missing from the MyPlate recommendations?: Fruit, Vegetable, Grain, Protein, ___________.
a)
dairy
b)
oil
c)
water
d)
juice
11.
According to MyPlate ...  the largest section of your plate should be
a)
Fruits
b)
Dairy
c)
Protein
d)
Vegetables
12.

MyPlate has how many food groups?

a)
4
b)
5
c)
2
d)
6
13.
True or false: Whole milk (red cap) has more calcium than low fat milk
a)
TRUE
b)
FALSE
14.
What colors of vegetables are most nutrient dense?
a)
Purple, orange, red
b)
Yellow, light green
c)
Red, dark green, orange
d)
Green and purple
15.
For dinner, Kris is eating--
French bread
Chicken alfredo
Broccoli
Glass of milk
What food group is he missing?
a)
Grains
b)
Protein
c)
Fruits
d)
Vegetables
16.
What group do fruit snack fall in?
a)
Fruit
b)
Vegetable
c)
None, they are really candy
d)
Grain
17.
What food can be in both the protein and vegetable group?
a)
beans and peas
b)
peanuts and beans
c)
eggs and bacon
d)
milk and beans
18.
What group would cereal fall under?
a)
Fruit
b)
Vegetable
c)
Grain
d)
Protein
19.
What does it mean for protein to be lean?
a)
low in fat
b)
low calorie
c)
it's a vegetable
d)
it's not deep fried
20.
What makes a item fit in the dairy group?
a)
That is contains calcium
b)
That is comes from a cow
c)
That is tastes like milk
d)
That it is milk or cheese
21.
Finish the slogan:  Make half your plate...
a)
fruits and vegetables
b)
colorful and delicious
c)
whole grains
d)
protein
22.
Finish the slogan:  Make half your grains...
a)
whole grains
b)
refined grains
c)
fruits and vegetables
d)
whole wheat
23.
100% grape juice is part of what food group?
a)
protein
b)
dairy
c)
fruit
d)
vegetables
24.
What is a whole-grain alternative to white rice?
a)
brown rice
b)
pasta
c)
beans and rice
d)
jasmine rice
25.
Walnuts, almonds and peanuts are examples of what food group?
a)
fruit
b)
dairy
c)
vegetables
d)
protein
26.
Which one would be the healthiest choice from the protein group?
a)
fried chicken
b)
fried shrimp
c)
grilled fish
d)
sausage links
27.

Which are the 5 groups of food mentioned in "MyPlate"

a)

Fruits, Vegetables, Sweets, Dairy, Grains and Protein

b)

Fruits, Vegetables, Cheese, Cereal and Protein

c)

Fruits, Vegetables, Meat, Fat and Grains

d)

Fruits, Vegetables, Grains, Protein and Dairy

28.

Combination foods are ones that include more than one food group. Name the food groups included in the combination food: Spaghetti with ground beef, tomato sauce and parmesan cheese

a)

Grains

b)

Protein

c)

Dairy

d)

Vegetables

e)

Fruits

29.

Which foods contain fiber?

a)

All fruits and vegetables

b)

Brown Rice

c)

Swiss Cheese

d)

Black Beans

30.

Which protein foods would be considered "lean" or low in saturated fat?

a)

Eggs

b)

Black Beans

c)

Canned Salmon

d)

Peanut Butter

31.

Which of the following is considered a whole grain?

a)

White rice

b)

Whole wheat bread

c)

Corn flakes

d)

Puffed rice

32.

What is the significance of the protein group on My Plate?

a)

It is only important for athletes

b)

It provides essential nutrients for muscle repair and growth

c)

It should be the largest portion on the plate

d)

It is less important than the other food groups

33.

How can balancing food groups on My Plate help individuals?

a)

It ensures a high intake of calories

b)

It can lead to weight gain

c)

It promotes a well-rounded and nutritious diet

d)

It limits the consumption of fruits and vegetables

34.

Is water a nutrient or a food group?

a)

Nutrient

b)

Food Group

35.

Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of a healthy diet according to MyPlate?

a)

High in fruits and vegetables

b)

Includes various protein sources

c)

Limited in whole grains

d)

Low in saturated fats