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Nutrition Test Review

Total questions: 40

Worksheet time: 21mins

Name
Class
Date
1.

Which nutrient is most essential for maintaining hydration in the human body?

a)

Protein

b)

Water

c)

Carbohydrate

d)

Fat

2.

According to the FDA MyPlate guidelines, which food group should make up half of your plate?

a)

Fruits and Vegetables

b)

Grains

c)

Protein

d)

Dairy

3.

What information is typically found on a food label?

a)

Serving size

b)

Cooking instructions

c)

Price

d)

Expiration date

4.

Which of the following is a basic principle of meal planning?

a)

Including a variety of food groups

b)

Eating only one type of food

c)

Skipping breakfast

d)

Avoiding all carbohydrates

5.

Which of the following is a common nutrition myth?

a)

Carbohydrates are bad for you

b)

Water is important for hydration

c)

Fruits contain vitamins

d)

Protein helps build muscle

6.

According to Arthur Brooks' Happy Eating principles, what is one key to enjoying food?

a)

Mindful eating

b)

Eating quickly

c)

Skipping meals

d)

Avoiding all fats

7.

Which beverage is best for staying hydrated?

a)

Soda

b)

Water

c)

Coffee

d)

Energy drink

8.

What does the "Grains" section of MyPlate recommend?

a)

Make at least half your grains whole grains

b)

Avoid all grains

c)

Eat only white bread

d)

Grains are not necessary

9.

Which part of a food label tells you how much of a nutrient is in one serving?

a)

Nutrition Facts

b)

Ingredients list

c)

Brand name

d)

Barcode

10.

What is a simple step in planning a healthy meal?

a)

Including fruits and vegetables

b)

Eating only desserts

c)

Skipping lunch

d)

Avoiding water

11.

Which statement is a myth about nutrition?

a)

Eating fat makes you fat

b)

Water is calorie-free

c)

Vegetables are healthy

d)

Protein is important for growth

12.

What is one principle of happy eating according to Arthur Brooks?

a)

Savoring your food

b)

Eating while distracted

c)

Skipping meals

d)

Eating only processed foods

13.

If you want to stay hydrated during exercise, which strategy is most effective?

a)

Drink water before, during, and after exercise

b)

Only drink after you feel thirsty

c)

Avoid drinking fluids

d)

Drink soda instead of water

14.

How can you use MyPlate guidelines to improve your lunch?

a)

Add more fruits and vegetables to your meal

b)

Eat only protein foods

c)

Skip grains entirely

d)

Avoid dairy products

15.

When reading a food label, how can you identify if a food is high in added sugars?

a)

Check the "Added Sugars" line in the Nutrition Facts

b)

Look at the brand name

c)

Read the cooking instructions

d)

Check the expiration date

16.

Which is a good strategy for meal planning to ensure balanced nutrition?

a)

Plan meals that include all food groups

b)

Only plan meals with desserts

c)

Exclude vegetables from every meal

d)

Eat the same meal every day

17.

How can you determine if a nutrition claim is a myth?

a)

Research the claim using reliable sources

b)

Believe everything you hear

c)

Ignore scientific evidence

d)

Only trust advertisements

18.

What is one way to practice happy eating at home?

a)

Eat meals with family or friends

b)

Eat alone in front of the TV

c)

Skip meals to save time

d)

Eat as quickly as possible

19.

If you are feeling tired and dehydrated, what is the best immediate action?

a)

Drink a glass of water

b)

Eat a candy bar

c)

Take a nap

d)

Drink a soda

20.

How can you apply MyPlate guidelines when making a dinner plate?

a)

Fill half your plate with fruits and vegetables, and include grains and protein

b)

Only eat meat

c)

Avoid all grains

d)

Eat only dairy products

21.

When comparing two food labels, what is a good way to choose the healthier option?

a)

Select the one with less saturated fat and added sugars

b)

Choose the one with the brightest packaging

c)

Pick the one with the longest ingredient list

d)

Select the one with the highest calories

22.

If you want to plan meals for a week, what should you consider to ensure variety?

a)

Include different food groups and rotate recipes

b)

Eat the same meal every day

c)

Only eat fast food

d)

Avoid fruits and vegetables

23.

How can you use evidence to debunk a nutrition myth?

a)

Find scientific studies that support or refute the claim

b)

Trust rumors

c)

Ignore expert advice

d)

Only listen to celebrities

24.

What is a strategic way to increase happiness during meals?

a)

Practice gratitude and mindfulness while eating

b)

Eat while working

c)

Skip meals to save time

d)

Eat only processed foods

25.

You notice you are not drinking enough water during the day. What plan can you make to improve your hydration?

a)

Set reminders to drink water regularly throughout the day

b)

Only drink water when you feel thirsty

c)

Replace water with sugary drinks

d)

Avoid drinking fluids

26.

You want to follow MyPlate guidelines but dislike vegetables. What is a strategic solution?

a)

Try different cooking methods or recipes to make vegetables more appealing

b)

Skip vegetables entirely

c)

Only eat fruits

d)

Replace vegetables with desserts

27.

You are reading two food labels for breakfast cereals. One has 10g of added sugar per serving, the other has 2g. What reasoning would help you choose the healthier option?

a)

Select the cereal with less added sugar to reduce sugar intake

b)

Choose the one with more sugar for better taste

c)

Pick the one with the most colorful box

d)

Ignore the sugar content

28.

You want to plan meals for a busy week. What is a strategic approach to ensure you eat balanced meals?

a)

Prepare a meal plan that includes all food groups and allows for quick preparation

b)

Only plan for takeout meals

c)

Skip breakfast every day

d)

Eat only snacks

29.

You hear that "all carbs are bad." How would you use evidence to address this myth?

a)

Research the role of carbohydrates in a healthy diet and find scientific sources that explain their benefits

b)

Accept the statement without question

c)

Avoid all carbohydrate-rich foods

d)

Only eat protein

30.

You want to increase happiness during meals based on Arthur Brooks' principles. What is a strategic plan you could implement?

a)

Schedule regular meals with friends or family and focus on enjoying the experience together

b)

Eat alone and rush through meals

c)

Skip meals to save time

d)

Only eat while watching TV

31.

Hannah is inviting her elderly Aunt Clara to her luncheon. Which meal-planning principle will Hannah most likely consider?

a)

age and health concerns

b)

budgeted amount for food

c)

equipment available

d)

time and energy available

32.

Match the following

a)

Grains

1.

Pasta, Rice

b)

Proteins

2.

Chicken, Fish

c)

Vegetables

3.

Green Beans, Asparagus

d)

Fruits

4.

Apples, Oranges

e)

Dairy

5.

Cheese, Yogurt

33.

Nutrition is the study of what you eat and how it affects your body.

a)

True

b)

False

34.

Why is protein important?

a)

Protein is not necessary for a balanced diet.

b)

Protein only comes from animal sources.

c)

Protein helps to build muscles and bones.

35.

What is the primary focus of the MyPlate guidelines?

a)

To increase fast food consumption.

b)

To promote physical activity.

c)

To provide information about the 5 food groups that is science-based and easy to use.

36.
Water is extremely important to your health because it
a)
makes us sweat
b)
gives us energy
c)
is vital in all of the bodies major functions
d)
is helps make our blood thicker so it can carry more oxygen
37.
A pattern of eating that includes how much, what, and how often a person eats.
a)
Metabolism
b)
Diet
c)
Calories
d)
Vitamins 
38.
_____ To limit fat, avoid meals that used the words creamy, breaded, battered, or buttered.
a)
True
b)
False
39.

Step 1 when reading a food label is to.....

a)

Look at the serving size

b)

Look at the calories

c)

Look at the calories from fat

d)

Read the ingredients

40.

Why is it important to check food labels when shopping?

a)

To find ingredients that are better for your health.

b)

To find brands that are cheaper.

c)

To find brands that have the longest expiration dates.