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WorksheetsNutrients
Total questions: 20
Worksheet time: 10mins
What is the primary function of carbohydrates in the body?
Protect organs with body fat layers
Help the blood carry oxygen efficiently
Provide the primary source of energy
Build body tissues and muscles quickly
Choose the food that is most likely high in carbohydrates.
Boiled egg, large
Grilled chicken breast, skinless
Olive oil tablespoon
Wholemeal bread slice
A student needs quick energy before soccer practice. Which snack best matches that need?
Steak strips and salad
Banana and bowl of cereal
Butter on lettuce leaves
Cheese cubes and nuts mix
Which pair correctly matches nutrient role with examples?
Carbohydrates—primary energy; bread, pasta
Proteins—primary energy; oranges, apples
Fats—build tissues; beans, potatoes
Minerals—give energy; rice, cereals
Which statement best describes one primary function of fats in the body?
Provide secondary energy when needed
Form red blood cells directly
Carry oxygen through the bloodstream
Build bones as the main mineral
Fats help protect the body by acting as what?
Water replacement in cells
Vitamin storage organ
Main source of protein
Body insulation against cold
A student is planning energy for a long hike. Carbohydrates will be used first. How do fats support energy needs during the hike?
Carry electrical signals in nerves
Increase bone density quickly
Serve as a secondary energy source
Replace sweat lost during exercise
Which body process is the main function of protein?
Energy release during exercise
Storage of extra body fat
Growth and repair of body tissues
Transport of vitamins in the blood
You scraped your knee and want to support healing. Which snack best adds protein for repair?
Carrot sticks with hummus
Crackers with jam
Yogurt with nuts
Apple slices with honey
Choose the food group that is commonly high in protein.
Meat, fish, dairy, eggs
Sugary drinks and candies
Fruit, vegetables, grains
Oils, butter, margarine
A student avoids meat but wants enough protein. Which option fits this plan?
Sweet corn and syrup
Fruit juice and toast
Lentils and beans
White rice and butter
Which statement best describes one role of vitamins in the body?
Trigger many body chemical reactions
Replace proteins in tissue building
Store extra glucose in the liver
Directly supply calories for energy
Which function is linked to vitamins and skin health?
Reduce water needs and thirst signals
Promote healthy skin and infection defense
Thicken nails through added keratin
Increase hair growth rate overnight
Select the food group most likely to provide a variety of vitamins for daily meals.
Processed candies and sodas
Refined sugars and oils
Fruit and vegetables selection
Salted snacks and chips
Which body function is directly supported by minerals?
Skin tanning under sunlight
Blood cell development processes
Rapid muscle bulking overnight
Immediate cure for viral infections
A student wants stronger bones. Which food choice best supports this goal due to its minerals?
Sugary candies and sodas
Sweet pastries and cakes
Deep-fried snacks and chips
Fresh dairy products like milk
Which list includes foods commonly high in minerals?
Candy bars, sodas, pastries, donuts
Processed sweets, syrups, soft drinks
Fruits, vegetables, dairy, lean meats, fish
Instant noodles, chips, sugary cereals
Plain water is described as the ideal source for meeting which need?
Daily calcium for bones
Daily fiber for digestion
Daily hydration for the body
Daily protein for muscles
A student feels hot after exercise. Which action uses water’s role to help cool the body?
Breathe rapidly to replace lost salts
Eat a large steak for quick cooling
Drink water to assist temperature control
Take sugary soda to boost metabolism
Why is water important for moving nutrients around the body?
It replaces hormones during stress
It stores minerals in the liver
It breaks vitamins into energy
It acts as a carrier in the blood
