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Dietary Fibre Introduction

Total questions: 13

Worksheet time: 7mins

Name
Class
Date
1.

How much fibre should adults consume daily?

a)

20 grams

b)

25 grams

c)

30 grams

d)

35 grams

2.

Which foods are good sources of fibre?

a)

White bread, peeled potatoes, fruit juice

b)

Wholegrain bread, brown rice, nuts and seeds

c)

Processed meats, cheese slices, yogurt

d)

Refined pasta, sugary cereals, butter

3.

How does fibre help with weight control?

a)

It adds extra calories to meals

b)

It keeps you feeling full

c)

It speeds up sugar absorption

d)

It removes protein from the body

4.

Which health benefit is most linked to eating enough fibre?

a)

Lower risk of heart disease

b)

Higher blood pressure

c)

More tooth decay

d)

Greater risk of foodborne illness

5.

Which statement best defines insoluble fibre?

a)

It dissolves in water and forms a gel

b)

It does not dissolve and adds bulk to faeces

c)

It is digested into simple sugars

d)

It absorbs water and provides quick energy

6.

Which food is a good source of insoluble fibre for lunch?

a)

White bread with jam

b)

Wholemeal bread with seeds

c)

Fruit juice with sugar

d)

Pasta made with white flour

7.

What is the recommended daily amount of dietary fibre?

a)

10–15 grams per day

b)

20–25 grams per day

c)

25–30 grams per day

d)

35–40 grams per day

8.

Which is a balanced breakfast for Grade 9 students?

a)

Wholegrain toast with eggs

b)

Sugary cereal

c)

Pastry with soda

d)

Fruit juice

9.

What is most likely to happen if a student often skips breakfast?

a)

Better focus in morning classes

b)

Stable mood all day

c)

More cravings for sugary or fatty foods

d)

Healthy weight management

10.

Which is a quick, portable breakfast with whole grains?

a)

Bran muffin or wholegrain crackers

b)

Candy bar or chocolate cookie

c)

Fried doughnut with glaze

d)

Sugary soda with crisps

11.

Which item is a good source of protein for breakfast?

a)

Hard boiled egg

b)

Sugary fruit drink

c)

Plain rice cake

d)

Gelatin dessert

12.

If you can’t eat early, what should you do first?

a)

Have a little juice

b)

Wait until dinner to eat

c)

Drink only coffee

d)

Eat a big meal

13.

Why are bran muffins good for busy mornings?

a)

They can be made ahead and carried

b)

They must be eaten hot at home

c)

They require complex preparation

d)

They spoil quickly without fridge