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WorksheetsH6.U7.Healthy Eating Unit Practice Test
Total questions: 25
Worksheet time: 13mins
According to MyPlate guidelines, which food group should make up the largest portion of your plate?
Fruits
Vegetables
Grains
Protein
Which of the following is NOT one of the six essential nutrients?
Carbohydrates
Proteins
Vitamins
Sugar
What is the main benefit of drinking plenty of water each day?
It provides energy for exercise
It helps transport nutrients and removes waste from the body
It builds strong muscles
It prevents tooth decay
Which food is highest in fiber?
White bread
Black beans
Chicken breast
Cheese
Iron is especially important for:
Building strong bones
Carrying oxygen in the blood
Providing energy
Fighting infections
Which food is an excellent source of calcium?
Eating foods high in fiber particularly helps:
Build muscle mass
Improve digestion, carry waste from the body, and keep you feeling full
Immune System Boost
Strengthen bones
What information can you find on a Nutrition Facts label?
Serving size and calories
Amount of nutrients per serving
Percent Daily Values
All of the above
If Food A has 150 calories per 1-cup serving and Food B has 300 calories per 2-cup serving, and both have the same serving size, which statement is true?
Food A has twice as many calories as Food B
Food B has twice as many calories as Food A
Both foods have the same caloric value
Food A is always the healthier choice
Which component is NOT typically found on a Nutrition Facts label?
Total Fat
Sodium
Protein
Cooking instructions
Regular physical activity helps with:
Maintaining a healthy weight
Strengthening muscles and bones
Improving mood and sleep
All of the above
BMI stands for:
Body Mass Index
Basic Metabolic Intake
Balanced Meal Intake
Body Muscle Indicator
Which body type is characterized by a naturally thin build (small frame) with long, lean muscles?
Ectomorph
Mesomorph
Endomorph
Metabolism
What is the main difference between aerobic and anaerobic exercise?
Aerobic is harder than anaerobic
Aerobic uses oxygen continuously, anaerobic uses short bursts of energy
Anaerobic burns more calories
Aerobic is only for athletes
According to MyPlate, approximately what fraction of your plate should be fruits and vegetables combined?
1/4
1/3
1/2
3/4
Which benefit comes from eating a variety of colorful vegetables?
Better taste
Different vitamins and minerals
More calories
Higher protein content
Whole grains are better than refined grains because they:
Taste better
Cost less money
Contain more fiber and nutrients
Have more calories
Foods high in calcium are most important for:
Energy production
Brain function
Building and maintaining strong bones and teeth
Fighting infections
Which is an example of anaerobic exercise?
Jogging for 30 minutes
Swimming laps
Lifting weights
Riding a bike
Why is it important to read Nutrition Facts labels when shopping?
To find the cheapest food
To see the expiration date
To make informed choices about the nutritional value of foods
To find foods with the most calories
What is the main function of carbohydrates in the body?
To provide energy for daily activities
To build and repair muscles
To store vitamins
To strengthen bones
Which nutrient is the body's main source of long-term stored energy? It is also responsible for insulation and protection in the body and keeping skin looking healthy.
Carbohydrates
Fats
Proteins
Vitamins
What is the primary function of protein in the body?
To provide quick energy
To build and repair body tissues
To help digest food
To regulate body temperature
Healthy fats are important because they:
Provide the most calories
Taste the best
Help absorb vitamins and protect organs
Are easiest to digest
Which food combination provides all three macronutrients (carbohydrates, fats, and proteins)?
Apple and water
Rice and vegetables
Peanut butter sandwich
Fruit salad
