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Understanding the Five Main Food Groups

Total questions: 21

Worksheet time: 11mins

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Class
Date
1.

What is the main job of grains in the body?

a)

Provide energy through carbohydrates

b)

Build and repair muscles

c)

Give vitamins and minerals

d)

Build strong bones and teeth

2.

Which of the following is a whole grain?

a)

Pasta

b)

Brown rice

c)

White rice

d)

White bread

3.

What nutrient in fruits helps your immune system?

a)

Potassium

b)

Calcium

c)

Fiber

d)

Vitamin C

4.

Why is eating whole fruit better than drinking juice?

a)

Whole fruit has more sugar

b)

Juice is more natural

c)

Whole fruit has more fiber

d)

Juice has more vitamins

5.

What do vegetables provide that helps keep your bones healthy?

a)

Vitamin C

b)

Calcium

c)

Iron

d)

Fiber

6.

Which of the following is a protein food?

a)

Oatmeal

b)

Chicken

c)

Apple

d)

Broccoli

7.

What is the main job of protein in the body?

a)

Provide fiber

b)

Build and repair muscles, cells, and tissues

c)

Provide energy

d)

Give vitamins and minerals

8.

Which of the following is a dairy alternative?

a)

Almond milk

b)

Orange juice

c)

Green tea

d)

Coconut water

9.

What nutrient in dairy helps build strong bones and teeth?

a)

Iron

b)

Vitamin C

c)

Potassium

d)

Calcium

10.

What should you try to make half of your grains?

a)

Refined grains

b)

Processed grains

c)

Whole grains

d)

Sugary grains

11.

What is a benefit of eating a balanced diet?

a)

It prevents all diseases

b)

It guarantees weight loss

c)

It makes you taller

d)

It helps you grow and develop

12.

What should you drink instead of sugary drinks?

a)

Juice

b)

Milk

c)

Water

d)

Soda

13.

What is a tip for eating smarter?

a)

Make half your plate fruits and veggies

b)

Eat only fruits

c)

Make half your plate grains

d)

Avoid all fats

14.

What is a fun fact about fruits?

a)

They are best eaten as juice

b)

They are not colorful

c)

They are like nature’s candy

d)

They have no sugar

15.

What should you do when you’re hungry?

a)

Drink sugary drinks

b)

Ignore it

c)

Eat junk food

d)

Listen to your body and eat

16.

Which food group is important for healthy vision?

a)

Dairy

b)

Fruits

c)

Vegetables

d)

Grains

17.

What is a good source of healthy fats?

a)

White bread

b)

Candy

c)

Avocado

d)

Butter

18.

Why is it important to drink enough water each day?

a)

It makes you sleepy

b)

It replaces vitamins

c)

It builds muscles

d)

It helps keep your body hydrated

19.

Which vitamin is mainly found in orange-colored vegetables?

a)

Vitamin D

b)

Vitamin A

c)

Vitamin K

d)

Vitamin B12

20.

What is a healthy snack choice?

a)

Potato chips

b)

Fruit salad

c)

Candy bar

d)

Soda

21.

Which food group should you eat the most of for vitamins and minerals?

a)

Sweets

b)

Meats

c)

Oils

d)

Vegetables