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Year 7HPE Nutrition Quiz

Total questions: 22

Worksheet time: 15mins

Name
Class
Date
1.

What is one of the benefits of eating locally grown, chemical-free produce?

a)

There are no benefits

b)

Better for the environment

c)

Reduces nutritional value

2.

What is the role of fats and oils in a healthy diet?

a)

They should be completely avoided

b)

They are high in kilojoules and should be consumed in large amounts

c)

They are necessary in small amounts

d)

They are not part of a healthy diet

3.

What is the risk of regularly replacing nutritious foods with 'junk' foods?

a)

Improved health

b)

Reduced risk of disease

c)

Increased risk of illnesses and/or obesity

4.

According to the Australian Guide to Healthy Eating, which food group should be consumed in small amounts?

a)

Vegetables and legumes/beans

b)

Lean meats and poultry

c)

Oils and spreads

d)

Fruits

5.

Which nutrient is a major source of energy for the body?

a)

Protein

b)

Fat

c)

Carbohydrate

d)

Fibre

6.

What is one of the functions of fat in the body?

a)

Repair damaged tissue

b)

Keep the digestive system regular

c)

Insulate from cold

d)

Build new cells

7.

What is one of the main functions of water in the body?

a)

Assist in energy production

b)

Build muscle

c)

Controlling body temperature

d)

Build red blood cells

8.

How many serves of vegetables are recommended per day for young people according to the Australian Guide to Healthy Eating?

a)

4

b)

3

c)

5

9.

What is the recommended daily intake of water for 9 to 13 years old?

a)

10 to 12 cups

b)

5 to 6 cups

c)

There is no recommendation

10.

What is the food group for ham in the sandwich example?

a)

Dairy

b)

Vegetables

c)

Meat, poultry, legumes

d)

Grains

11.
Identify the parts of the digestive system shown in the image.
12.

What happens in the mouth during digestion?

a)

Bile is secreted into your mouth

b)

Nothing

c)

Food is broken down into smaller parts

13.

The five food groups include

a)

Fruits, Vegetables, vitamins and minerals

b)

Fruits, vegetables, grains, proteins and calcium.

c)

fruits, vegetables, grains, meats and alternatives and dairy

14.

Which of the following is a good source of dietary fibre?

a)

Meat

b)

Cheese

c)

Fruit and Vegetables

d)

White bread

15.

What nutrient is mainly responsible for building and repairing tissues in the body?

a)

   Carbohydrates

b)

Dairy

c)

Protein

16.

Eating a health breakfast improves (a)  

Choose from the below words
your concentration
the weather
your dog's mood
nothing
your fashion
17.

Match the following food groups to their food examples

a)

Grains

1.

Bread

b)

Meat & alternatives

2.

Egg

c)

Fruit

3.

Apple

d)

Vegetables

4.

Lettuce

e)

Dairy/ Milk Yoghurt, Cheese

5.

Cottage cheese

18.

Vitamins and minerals are essential nutrients needed in ....................

a)

Large amounts by the body

b)

small amounts by the body

19.

How many serves of fruit are recommended per day for young people according to the Australian Guide to Healthy Eating?

a)

as many as you like

b)

5

c)

2

20.

The Australian Dietary Guidelines recommend that we limit foods containing:

a)

Protein

b)

Carbohydrates

c)

 Added sugars, salt and saturated fats

21.

If you are between the ages of 5 to 12, it is recommended that you complete at least __________ minutes of exercise a day, combining moderate and vigorous activity

a)

10

b)

60

c)

90

22.

Food that a sportsperson eats is no different than any other person except they need ________ quantities of food, particularly from carbohydrate sources.

a)

smaller

b)

larger

c)

the same