WorksheetsYear 7 Rotation 2 | Knowledge Questions
Total questions: 29
Worksheet time: 15mins
What is the purpose of the Eatwell Guide?
To show how to have a healthy, balanced diet.
To recommend daily exercise routines.
To provide recipes for traditional dishes.
To list foods that should be avoided completely.
Name the five main sections of the Eatwell Guide.
Fruit & vegetables; Carbohydrates; Protein; Dairy & alternatives; Fats & oils.
Fruit & vegetables; Sugars; Protein; Dairy & alternatives; Sweets.
Fruit & vegetables; Carbohydrates; Protein; Dairy & alternatives; Sugary drinks.
Fruit & vegetables; Carbohydrates; Protein; Dairy & alternatives; Red meats.
How many portions of fruit and vegetables should we eat daily?
5 portions.
2 portions.
8 portions.
10 portions.
Which food group should be eaten in small amounts?
Foods high in fat, salt and sugar.
Fruits and vegetables.
Whole grains.
Lean proteins.
Which groups of people may not follow the Eatwell Guide?
Very young children and people with special dietary needs.
Teenagers and adults with no health issues.
Elderly people who exercise regularly.
People who eat only organic foods.
What is meant by a ‘balanced diet’?
Eating the right amounts of different food groups to stay healthy.
Eating only fruits and vegetables every day.
Avoiding all fats and sugars completely.
Eating as much food as possible, regardless of type.
What are the three macronutrients?
Carbohydrates, proteins, fats.
Vitamins, minerals, water.
Fiber, sugar, salt.
Enzymes, hormones, nucleic acids.
Which macronutrient gives us energy to move, play and learn?
Carbohydrates.
Proteins.
Fats.
Vitamins.
Name two foods that are high in carbohydrates.
Bread and rice
Chicken and eggs
Fish and spinach
Beef and broccoli
What is the main function of protein?
Growth, repair and development.
Providing energy only.
Storing genetic information.
Regulating body temperature.
Name three foods that provide protein.
Meat, fish, eggs, beans, lentils, nuts. (Any three)
Rice, apples, carrots, lettuce, potatoes. (Any three)
Sugar, butter, jam, honey, syrup. (Any three)
Soda, candy, chips, ice cream, cake. (Any three)
What is the function of fats?
Give energy, keep us warm, and protect our organs.
Help in the formation of bones.
Increase blood pressure.
Aid in digestion of carbohydrates.
What is the difference between simple and complex carbohydrates?
Simple carbs give quick energy; complex carbs keep you fuller for longer.
Simple carbs are only found in fruits; complex carbs are only found in vegetables.
Simple carbs contain more fiber than complex carbs.
Simple carbs are always unhealthy; complex carbs are always healthy.
Why are unsaturated fats healthier?
They help reduce cholesterol.
They increase blood pressure.
They cause weight gain.
They raise cholesterol levels.
Why do we need vitamins and minerals?
To support health, immunity, and body functions.
To increase body fat rapidly.
To cause diseases in the body.
To weaken the immune system.
Which mineral helps build strong teeth and bones?
Calcium.
Iron.
Potassium.
Sodium.
Name two ways we get vitamins and minerals.
Eating a balanced diet; supplements if needed.
Only by drinking water.
By sleeping more hours.
By avoiding all fruits and vegetables.
Which vitamin is found in oily fish?
Vitamin D
Vitamin C
Vitamin B12
Vitamin A
The immune system does which of the following?
Protects the body from diseases
Helps in digestion of food
Controls body temperature
Produces energy for cells
The two knife-holding techniques are:
Handle grip and blade grip
Pinch grip and handle grip
Claw grip and palm grip
Thumb grip and finger grip
State one knife safety rule.
Always cut away from your body.
Always use a dull knife.
Leave knives in the sink.
Hold the knife by the blade.
State one oven or grill safety rule.
Always use oven mitts when handling hot items.
Leave the oven door open while cooking.
Place flammable items near the grill.
Ignore smoke coming from the oven.
Knives should never be dropped into the sink because:
They can cause injury to someone reaching into the sink.
They will get lost in the water.
They will become rusty immediately.
They will break easily.
‘Mise en place’ means:
Preparation and arrangement of ingredients before cooking
Cooking food quickly over high heat
Serving food in small portions
Cleaning up after cooking
The rubbing-in method is used for:
incorporating fat into flour
adding sugar to milk
whisking eggs
kneading dough
If pastry is too dry and crumbly, what should you add?
Water
Sugar
Salt
Baking powder
The pastry for cheese twists should be rolled to what thickness?
About 1/4 inch thick
About 1 inch thick
About 1/2 inch thick
About 2 inches thick
Halloumi is good for kebabs because:
it holds its shape when grilled
it melts easily on heat
it is very spicy
it is always served cold
Cross-contamination is:
the transfer of harmful bacteria from one food or surface to another
the process of cooking food at high temperatures
the method of preserving food by freezing
the act of washing hands before handling food
