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Nutrition and Diet Assessment Quiz

Total questions: 20

Worksheet time: 10mins

Name
Class
Date
1.

What is a monomer?

a)

A large complex molecule

b)

A small, single molecule that forms polymers

c)

A type of vitamin

d)

A digestive enzyme

2.

How many calories per gram do fats provide?

a)

4 calories

b)

7 calories

c)

9 calories

d)

12 calories

3.

Which of the following is a primary function of carbohydrates?

a)

Hormone production

b)

Quick energy source

c)

Cell membrane structure

d)

Blood clotting

4.

What type of fat increases HDL cholesterol?

a)

Trans fats

b)

Saturated fats

c)

Unsaturated fats

d)

All fats equally

5.

Which is NOT a plant source of protein?

a)

Tempeh

b)

Eggs

c)

Legumes

d)

Nuts

6.

What is the main role of vitamin C?

a)

Bone formation only

b)

Fat absorption

c)

Antioxidant protection

d)

Blood clotting

7.

What happens to proteins during starvation?

a)

They are stored as fat

b)

They are used for energy

c)

They increase in production

d)

They remain unchanged

8.

Which is a characteristic of dietary fiber?

a)

Fully digestible

b)

High calorie content

c)

Cannot be fully digested

d)

Contains no carbohydrates

9.

What is the primary source of vitamin D?

a)

Citrus fruits

b)

Sunlight exposure

c)

Red meat

d)

Vegetables

10.

Which nutrient acts as coenzymes in the body?

a)

Minerals

b)

Vitamins

c)

Fiber

d)

Water

11.

What is a function of calcium?

a)

Energy production

b)

Vitamin absorption

c)

Nerve transmission

d)

Fiber digestion

12.

Which is a function of water in the body?

a)

Energy storage

b)

Hormone production

c)

Temperature regulation

d)

Vitamin synthesis

13.

What type of fats are commonly found in processed foods?

a)

Unsaturated fats

b)

Essential fats

c)

Trans fats

d)

Omega-3 fats

14.

Which is a micronutrient?

a)

Protein

b)

Carbohydrates

c)

Vitamins

d)

Fiber

15.

What is the main function of dietary fiber?

a)

Energy production

b)

Digestive health

c)

Muscle building

d)

Blood formation

16.

Which is a characteristic of a balanced diet?

a)

High in one nutrient

b)

Proper proportions of nutrients

c)

Excludes carbohydrates

d)

Only plant-based foods

17.

What form does the body use for short-term energy storage?

a)

Fat

b)

Protein

c)

Glycogen

d)

Vitamins

18.

Which mineral is essential for blood clotting?

a)

Iron

b)

Sodium

c)

Calcium

d)

Potassium

19.

What is the primary role of proteins?

a)

Energy storage

b)

Tissue building and repair

c)

Temperature regulation

d)

Water balance

20.

Which is a function of dietary fats?

a)

Fiber source

b)

Vitamin C production

c)

Hormone production

d)

Carbohydrate storage