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WorksheetsFood Allergies
Total questions: 20
Worksheet time: 10mins
Which statement best distinguishes a food allergy from a food sensitivity?
Neither involves the immune system in any way
Both are immune reactions with identical severity
Sensitivity involves immune reaction; allergy does not
Allergy involves immune reaction; sensitivity does not
Which foods shown are common allergens in the United States?
Cucumbers, kiwi, peas, coconut
Chocolate, salmon, strawberries, pistachios
Peanuts, shellfish, eggs, tree nuts
Green beans, quinoa, oats, zucchini
Why is being prepared for food allergies important for schools and families?
Reactions can be life-threatening and need rapid action
Most reactions are mild and resolve without care
Preparation mainly reduces grocery costs for households
Allergic reactions only occur in adults, not in children
Based on the statistics, what conclusion is most reasonable about food allergies in the United States?
Only children experience food allergies nationwide
Most cases are sensitivities without any severe risk
They affect many people including severe cases
They are rare and almost never dangerous
Which statement best explains why food allergies occur?
The immune system misidentifies a food protein as harmful
The respiratory system cannot process warm air from ovens
The digestive system fails to absorb vitamins from food
The nervous system reacts to spicy flavors in meals
In a severe food allergy, what can trigger a reaction for some people?
Even a tiny speck or trace of the food
Only large servings consumed quickly
Foods eaten on an empty stomach
Cold foods rather than warm foods
Which symptom is a life‑threatening emergency that may require epinephrine?
Brief dizziness after standing quickly
Upset stomach after a heavy meal
Mild hives that itch on the forearm
Anaphylaxis affecting breathing and circulation
Which set lists common physical symptoms of a food allergic reaction?
Blurred vision, ear ringing, sneezing
Muscle cramps, joint pain, fever
Hives, lips swelling, vomiting
Dry skin, brittle nails, hair loss
A student eats a cookie and soon develops hives and lip swelling. What is the most likely cause?
Dehydration from not drinking enough water
Overexertion during exercise before lunch
Heat rash from sitting near a radiator
Immune response to a triggering food protein
Which action best reduces risk for someone with peanut allergy when snacks are shared?
Avoid foods that may contain traces and check labels
Drink water immediately after eating any snack
Take deep breaths to calm the immune system
Eat small amounts daily to build tolerance
Which item is one of the nine major food allergens commonly labeled on packaged foods?
Coffee and cocoa beans
Bananas and plantains
Milk from dairy sources
Beef products and red meat
Which pair lists two different categories among the nine major food allergens?
Fish and shellfish
Coffee and tea
Rice and corn
Bananas and apples
Which nut type belongs to the tree nuts category of major allergens?
Almonds and walnuts
Cashews and soybeans
Peanuts and peas
Chestnuts and chickpeas
Which legume is separately classified as a major allergen distinct from tree nuts?
Peanut
Walnut
Hazelnut
Almond
Which grain among the nine major allergens commonly appears in breads and cereals?
Rice
Oats
Wheat
Barley
Which plant-based protein source is listed among the nine major food allergens?
Quinoa
Lentils
Buckwheat
Soybeans
Which seed recently added to the U.S. list of major allergens requires clear labeling?
Flax
Poppy
Sesame
Sunflower
Which statement best distinguishes fish from shellfish in allergen labeling?
Fish eggs are allergens; shellfish eggs are safe
Fish cause mild reactions; shellfish cause severe reactions
Fish are freshwater only; shellfish are saltwater only
Fish are vertebrates; shellfish are invertebrates
Which item is an additional common dietary trigger outside the nine major allergens?
Fiber in whole grains
Natural sugars in ripe fruits
Gluten in wheat-based products
Vitamin C in citrus fruits
Which group includes additives that may trigger reactions in sensitive individuals?
Natural enzymes from fruits
Colorings and food additives
Minerals and trace elements
Proteins and amino acids
