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Nutrition and Physical Activity Quiz

Total questions: 41

Worksheet time: 39mins

Name
Class
Date
1.

What jittery side effects can caffeine cause? (3)

a)

feel more alert

b)

tremors or feeling jittery

c)

feel less tired

d)

heightened anxiety

e)

trouble sleeping at night

2.

Caffeine is like a turbo boost for your brain! What does it do?

a)

It causes teenagers to relax.

b)

A chemical that stops the central nervous system from working correctly, making you sleepy.

c)

It causes you to lose focus during studies.

d)

It's a chemical that speeds up the central nervous system, making you feel more alert.

3.

What is the safe amount of caffeine for adolescents to consume each day, according to the American Academy of Pediatrics?

a)

100 mg per beverage

b)

100 mg per day

c)

400 mg per beverage

d)

400 mg per day

e)

no safe threshold

4.

The FDA requires food companies to include this on packaging.

a)

cool looking graphics

b)

food/nutrition labels

c)

men and women

5.

Food labels show nutritional value for which portion?

a)

The entire package

b)

The recommended serving size

c)

Half of the package

d)

It doesn't matter the amount

6.

Olivia says, "A calorie is a type of carbohydrate." Noah says, "A calorie is a unit of measurement for energy." Who is correct?

a)

Olivia is right, it's a type of carbohydrate

b)

Noah is right, it's a unit of measurement defining energy

c)

Both are wrong, it's unhealthy food

d)

Both are right, it's a type of fiber

7.

Which macronutrient includes starch, sugar, and fiber?

a)

Protein

b)

Fat

c)

Carbohydrates

d)

Micronutrients

8.

What are the symptoms of not having enough calories? (choose all that apply)

a)

low energy

b)

high energy

c)

increased focus

d)

decreased focus

9.

Ava likes flavored milk and Anika likes soda pop. How are these drinks similar?

a)

fat

b)

sugar content

c)

carbonation

d)

vitamins and minerals

10.

What is the best way to judge the nutritional value of a food?

a)

reading the label carefully

b)

rely on advertisements

c)

the packaging - if it is nice-looking, it is nutritious

d)

ask a friend

11.

Do the benefits of eating nutrient-dense foods add up over time?

a)

true

b)

false

12.

Which food group helps build and repair muscles and keeps you full of energy?

a)

Carbohydrates

b)

Protein

c)

Sugar

13.

What are the main types of carbohydrates?

a)

starch, sugar, and fiber

b)

bread, vegetables, and snacks

c)

bread, grain, and cereal

14.

Where is the best place to find protein?

a)

meat and dairy

b)

fruits and vegetables

c)

processed foods

15.

Does eating fats always make you 'fat'?

a)

True

b)

False

16.

How does dietary fat support the body?

a)

Fat provides the only vitamins necessary for life.

b)

Fat is easily digestible and helps with bowel regularity.

c)

Fat helps give your body energy, protects your organs, and supports cell growth.

17.

Which type of fat is harmful to heart health?

a)

monounsaturated fat

b)

polyunsaturated fat

c)

saturated fat and trans fat

18.

Is fitness only genetic and cannot be achieved?

a)

True

b)

False

19.

Physical fitness allows your body to perform and work at an optimal level. Is this statement true or false?

a)

True

b)

False

20.

Exercise and physical activity improve our health.

a)

True

b)

False

21.

What mystery do circadian rhythms help us solve?

a)

when to make memories

b)

when we have had enough sleep

c)

when to feel sleepy and when to wake

22.

Which of the following helps you get a good night's sleep?

a)

watch TikTok before bed

b)

have a routine for going to sleep

c)

exercise right before bed

23.

How much sleep should you aim for to wake up refreshed?

a)

6-8 hours

b)

10-12 hours

c)

12-14 hours

24.

Does lack of sleep affect mood and cause feeling down or depressed?

a)

true

b)

false

25.

Could David and Benjamin's problems be caused by lack of sleep? What might happen if they don't get enough sleep?

a)

lack of attention and focus

b)

declining health

c)

bad mood

d)

good athletic performance

26.

Does drinking water improve skin health and beauty?

a)

true

b)

false

27.

Does drinking water help with digestion?

a)

true

b)

false

28.

Can staying hydrated with water boost performance?

a)

true

b)

false

29.

Which signs might suggest someone is experiencing dehydration? (choose all that apply)

a)

energized

b)

tired

c)

dizzy or lightheaded

d)

glowing skin

e)

increased heart rate

30.

What is the substance in coffee, tea, and cocoa that helps you stay awake and alert?

a)

chronotype

b)

caffeine

c)

protein

d)

melatonin

31.

How many servings are in this box of cereal?

a)

1

b)

15

c)

8

d)

5

32.

Does the label show the Serving Size?

a)

Yes, I see it!

b)

No, it's missing!

33.

Which nutrient provides the most energy?

a)

carbohydrates

b)

vitamins

c)

water

d)

minerals

34.

Which food is a good source of carbohydrates for energy?

a)

Fish

b)

Pasta

c)

Egg

d)

Carrot

35.

What does your body use for immediate energy?

a)

Immediate energy

b)

Building cell walls

c)

Insulating body organs

d)

Producing hormones

36.

Which three minerals are important for our bodies?

a)

calcium

b)

iron

c)

vitamins

d)

sodium

37.

When do people burn calories?

a)

a. Running

b)

b. Studying

c)

c. Sleeping

d)

d. All of the above

38.

Dr. Suzuki said exercise can help reduce dementia and Alzheimer's by

a)

Making us happier

b)

Making new brain cells and enlarging the hippocampus

c)

Making us live longer

d)

Making us more fit

39.

Exercise and physical activity can have these mental health benefits

a)

Higher self esteem

b)

Release of feel good chemicals in the brain

c)

Improve depression symptoms

d)

Improve eye sight

40.

Dr. Suzuki said exercise benefits the brain for this long after activity.

a)

20 minutes

b)

2 hours

c)

30 minutes

d)

1 hour

41.

The 5 components of fitness are:

a)

Endurance, Muscular Aerobics, Athleticism, Body fat %

b)

Muscular Strength, Muscular Size, Flexibility, Body fat %, and Weight

c)

Aerobic Endurance, Muscular Strength, Muscular Endurance, Flexibility, Healthy body fat