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Macronutrients Quiz

Total questions: 24

Worksheet time: 14mins

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Class
Date
1.

The three macronutrients are:

a)

protein, whole grain and fruits and vegetables

b)

protein, carbohydrates and fats

c)

protein, carbohydrates and fibre

d)

sugar, starch and fibre

2.

This macronutrient helps your body to feel full.

a)

FATS

b)

PROTEIN

c)

CARBOHYDRATES

3.

This macronutrient transports vitamins and helps to boost our immune system.

a)

FATS

b)

PROTEIN

c)

CARBOHYDRATES

d)

FIBRE

4.

The primary function of carbohydrates is

a)

to provide energy.

b)

to grow and maintain body tissue.

c)

to absorb important vitamins.

5.

This macronutrient helps to lower cholesterol and prevent heart disease.

a)

FATS

b)

PROTEIN

c)

CARBOHYDRATES

d)

FIBRE

6.

This macronutrient helps the body to absorb important vitamins.

a)

FATS

b)

PROTEIN

c)

CARBOHYDRATES

d)

FIBRE

7.

The macronutrient helps grow, repair and maintain the tissues in your body.

a)

FATS

b)

PROTEIN

c)

CARBOHYDRATES

d)

FIBRE

8.

Examples of carbohydrates include:

a)

sugar

b)

starch

c)

fibre

d)

all three

9.

Which of the following does NOT show a balanced meal that includes all three macronutrients?

a)

A bowl of butter pasta with cheese

b)

chicken and rice

c)

a peanut butter and jam sandwich

d)

a salad with chicken and ranch dressing

10.

Foods that are high in fat include

a)

vegetables, fruit and oatmeal

b)

eggs, beans and chicken

c)

butter, avocado and whole milk

d)

bread, pasta and fruit

11.

Foods that are high in protein include:

a)

fruit, bagels and candy

b)

cheese, nuts and chicken

c)

cheese, nuts and oil

d)

vegetables, chicken and cheese

12.

Chickpeas, lentils and seeds are examples of:

a)

WHOLE GRAINS

b)

VEGETABLES

c)

PROTEIN

d)

FIBRE-RICH FOODS

13.

Foods that are high in sugar include:

a)

deep fried foods, pastries and ice-cream

b)

milk, candy and fruit juice

c)

pancakes, oatmeal and pasta

14.

Most of the sugar we consume can be found in:

a)

snacks

b)

drinks

c)

fruit

d)

cereals

15.

Foods that are high in starch include:

a)

pasta, popcorn and bread

b)

nuts, seeds and grains

c)

pastries, chocolate and fruits

d)

vegetables, beans and fruits

16.

Fats that are found in plant-based foods are called:

a)

healthy

b)

unsaturated

c)

saturated

d)

healthy and unsaturated

17.

Which of the following is an unsaturated fat:

a)

meat

b)

cheese

c)

palm oil

d)

fish

18.

Which of the following is an example of a saturated fat:

a)

olive oil

b)

butter

c)

fish

d)

peanut butter

19.

Fruits and vegetables are highest in this macronutrient:

a)

PROTEIN

b)

FATS

c)

CARBOHYDRATES

20.

Almonds, cashews and peanuts provide a strong source of which macronutrients?

a)

carbohydrates & protein

b)

carbohydrates & fats

c)

fats & protein

21.

Which food pairing provides the LEAST amount of protein?

a)

Peas & carrots

b)

Beef & chicken

c)

Dried beans & rice

d)

Yogurt & flax seeds

22.

Fried foods, butter, cheese, and baked goods should be eaten in moderation because they can have a large amount of unhealthy _______________

a)

fats

b)

minerals

c)

carbohydrates

d)

almonds

23.

Proteins come from

a)

FIBRE

b)

PLANTS

c)

ANIMALS

d)

PLANTS and ANIMALS

24.

Too much of which of the following nutrients is MOST likely to result in obesity?

a)

FATS and CARBOHYDRATES

b)

PROTEIN

c)

SUGAR

d)

FATS