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Understanding Food Labels Quiz

Total questions: 46

Worksheet time: 23mins

Name
Class
Date
1.

What is the difference between "Total Sugar" and "Added Sugar" on a food label?

a)

Total sugar includes all sugars in the product, while added sugar refers to sugars added during processing.

b)

Total sugar refers to sugars added during processing, while added sugar includes all sugars in the product.

c)

Total sugar and added sugar are the same thing.

d)

Total sugar refers to natural sugars only, while added sugar refers to artificial sweeteners.

2.

What does the 5-20 rule mean when reading a food label?

a)

It refers to consuming 5 servings of food every 20 minutes.

b)

It means that a nutrient is low if it is 5% or less and high if it is 20% or more of the daily value.

c)

It suggests eating 5 grams of sugar and 20 grams of protein per serving.

d)

It indicates that food should be consumed within 5 to 20 days of purchase.

3.

When reading a food label, what do we want to be low?

a)

Calories and protein.

b)

Sodium, saturated fat, and added sugar.

c)

Fiber and vitamins.

d)

Total carbohydrates and iron.

4.

How many servings are in the package according to the food label?

a)

6 servings.

b)

8 servings.

c)

10 servings.

d)

12 servings.

5.

What is the serving size for this food item?

a)

1 cup.

b)

2/3 cup (55g).

c)

1/2 cup (40g).

d)

3/4 cup (60g).

6.

How many calories are in one serving according to the food label?

a)

200 calories.

b)

230 calories.

c)

250 calories.

d)

300 calories.

7.

If the entire package is consumed, how many calories would be consumed?

a)

1,840 calories.

b)

1,600 calories.

c)

2,000 calories.

d)

1,200 calories.

8.

Is this a nutrient dense food? Why or why not? Be specific.

a)

Yes, because it contains high levels of essential nutrients.

b)

No, because it lacks essential nutrients.

c)

Yes, because it is low in calories.

d)

No, because it is high in calories.

9.

Is this a heart healthy food? Why or why not? Be specific.

a)

Yes, because it is low in saturated fats and cholesterol.

b)

No, because it is high in sodium.

c)

Yes, because it contains high levels of sugar.

d)

No, because it is low in fiber.

10.

Fast food is unhealthy for us because it contains high amounts of what 3 things?

a)

Protein, fiber, and vitamins

b)

Fat, sugar, and salt

c)

Calcium, iron, and potassium

d)

Water, carbohydrates, and minerals

11.

Consuming high amounts of fat, sugar, and salt can lead to what health issues?

a)

Improved digestion and metabolism

b)

Increased energy levels

c)

Obesity, heart disease, and high blood pressure

d)

Stronger immune system

12.

If I am watching my calorie intake, which would be the best fry option?

a)

Dairy Queen Potato Skins

b)

McDonald's World Famous Fries

c)

Five Guys Fries

d)

Arby's Curly Fries

13.

If I am watching my calorie intake, which would be the worst fry option?

a)

Sonic Natural Cut Fries

b)

Five Guys Fries

c)

Wendy's Natural-Cut Fries

d)

Burger King Fries

14.

If I am watching my sodium intake, which would be the best fry option?

a)

Chick-Fil-A Waffle Potato Fries

b)

Dairy Queen Potato Skins

c)

McDonald's World Famous Fries

d)

Sonic Natural Cut Fries

15.

If I am watching my sodium intake, which would be the worst fry option?

a)

Arby's Curly Fries

b)

Five Guys Fries

c)

Wendy's Natural-Cut Fries

d)

Burger King Fries

16.

If I am watching my fat intake, which would be the best fry option?

a)

Sonic Natural Cut Fries

b)

McDonald's World Famous Fries

c)

Chick-Fil-A Waffle Potato Fries

d)

Wendy's Natural-Cut Fries

17.

If I am watching my fat intake, which would be the worst fry option?

a)

Five Guys Fries

b)

Arby's Curly Fries

c)

Wendy's Natural-Cut Fries

d)

Burger King Fries

18.

Based on the nutrition labels provided, which bag of chips should Adam choose to save on calories, fat, and sodium?

a)

Lays Baked Chips

b)

Lays Original Chips

c)

Both have the same nutritional value

d)

Neither, both are unhealthy

19.

What is the calorie difference between Lays Baked Chips and Lays Original Chips?

a)

10 calories

b)

20 calories

c)

30 calories

d)

40 calories

20.

Which chip option has the higher sodium content per serving?

a)

Lays Baked Chips

b)

Lays Original Chips

c)

Both have the same sodium content

d)

Sodium content is not listed

21.

What is the total fat content in Lays Original Chips?

a)

4g

b)

5g

c)

7g

d)

10g

22.

Which chip option has the lower saturated fat content?

a)

Lays Baked Chips

b)

Lays Original Chips

c)

Both have the same saturated fat content

d)

Saturated fat content is not listed

23.

What is the protein content in both Lays Baked Chips and Lays Original Chips?

a)

1g

b)

2g

c)

3g

d)

4g

24.

What is the main reason Adam should choose Lays Baked Chips over Lays Original Chips?

a)

Lower calorie, fat, and sodium content

b)

Higher protein content

c)

Better taste

d)

More carbohydrates

25.

When talking about produce, the term “Organic” means what?

a)

There are no types of pesticides used in growing.

b)

Farmers use natural pesticides instead of chemicals.

c)

The government does not like it.

d)

Foods will be in the “Dirty Dozen” category.

26.

The “Dirty Dozen” are foods that:

a)

Foods that are grown in the soil.

b)

Foods that are grown with GMO’s.

c)

Foods that have large amounts of pesticide residue.

d)

Foods that are sold at Farmers Market’s instead of grocery stores.

27.

The “Clean Fifteen” are foods that:

a)

Are only bought at grocery stores.

b)

Foods that are washed after purchasing.

c)

Foods that are not grown using GMO’s.

d)

Foods that have low amounts of pesticide residue.

28.

Spinach, Kale, and Strawberries are all:

a)

Fruits.

b)

Vegetables.

c)

On the Clean 15 list.

d)

On the Dirty Dozen list.

29.

Corn, Avocados, and Pineapple are all:

a)

Fruits.

b)

Vegetables.

c)

On the Clean 15 list.

d)

On the Dirty Dozen list.

30.

Fad diets are healthy diet trends:

a)

True

b)

False

31.

Which of the following is NOT part of a healthy diet plan?

a)

Rapid weight loss.

b)

Feelings of satiety.

c)

All food groups are encouraged.

d)

Based on scientific information.

32.

Which of the following is NOT part of a healthy diet plan?

a)

Does not require purchasing special supplements

b)

Consistent meals and snacks

c)

Endorsed by a celebrity or influencer

d)

Encourages fiber intake

33.

Which of the following is NOT part of a healthy diet plan?

a)

Avoids being chronically hungry

b)

Encourages heart healthy foods

c)

Includes all food groups

d)

Requires no exercise

34.

Which of the following is NOT part of a healthy diet plan?

a)

Encourages Whole foods

b)

Excludes certain food groups

c)

Has adequate calorie intake

d)

Does not have detoxing or fasting

35.

Which of the following is NOT part of a healthy diet plan?

a)

Has long-term results

b)

Respects your body

c)

Sounds too good to be true

d)

Has realistic guidelines

36.

Symptoms of an allergic reaction to a food include which of the following? Circle all that apply.

a)

Anaphylaxis (trouble breathing)

b)

Swelling of face

c)

Feeling dizzy

d)

Upset stomach or vomiting

e)

Hives

37.

What steps should you take if you or someone you know has an allergic reaction to a food item?

a)

Ignore the symptoms and wait for them to pass

b)

Seek immediate medical attention

c)

Drink water to flush out the allergen

d)

Take over-the-counter painkillers

38.

If a food allergy is severe, the doctor will write you a prescription for:

a)

Benadryl

b)

An Inhaler

c)

An Epipen

d)

A Topical Ointment

39.

True or False: Even a crumb can cause an allergic reaction.

a)

True

b)

False

40.

Which of the following are part of the 8 major food allergens? Circle all that apply.

a)

Eggs

b)

Fish

c)

Milk

d)

Tree Nuts

e)

Shellfish

41.

Written Response: Describe what cross contamination is.

a)

The transfer of bacteria or allergens from one food to another.

b)

The process of cooking food at high temperatures.

c)

The act of cleaning utensils after use.

d)

The storage of food in a refrigerator.

42.

Written Response: How do you know if a product may have been cross contaminated?

a)

It is labeled as "may contain allergens."

b)

It has been stored in a sealed container.

c)

It has been cooked at high temperatures.

d)

It has been washed thoroughly.

43.

You are hosting an event and want to meet all of your friends' dietary needs. You have a friend who is allergic to wheat. Which of the following foods would your friend be able to eat?

a)

Fruit puree pouch

b)

Cinnamon brown sugar breakfast biscuit

c)

Cereal bar

d)

None of the above

44.

Which of the following ingredients is NOT present in the fruit puree pouch?

a)

Modified corn starch

b)

Wheat

c)

Citric acid

d)

Coconut oil

45.

Which of the following nutrients is highest in the cinnamon brown sugar breakfast biscuit compared to the other two food items?

a)

Protein

b)

Dietary fiber

c)

Sodium

d)

Vitamin C

46.

Which food item contains Vitamin B6 as part of its nutritional content?

a)

Fruit puree pouch

b)

Cinnamon brown sugar breakfast biscuit

c)

Cereal bar

d)

None of the above