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Macronutrients Quiz for Grade 4

Total questions: 20

Worksheet time: 10mins

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Class
Date
1.

The three macronutrients are:

a)

protein, carbohydrates and fats

b)

sugar, starch and fibre

c)

protein, carbohydrates and fibre

d)

protein, whole grain and fruits and vegetables

2.

This macronutrient's main function is to provide energy for the body:

a)

protein

b)

fibre

c)

carbohydrates

d)

fats

3.

This macronutrient help grow, repair and maintain the tissues in your body.

a)

fibre

b)

fats

c)

carbohydrates

d)

protein

4.

This macronutrient helps the body to absorb important vitamins.

a)

protein

b)

fibre

c)

carbohydrates

d)

fats

5.

This macronutrient transports vitamins and helps boot our immune system.

a)

carbohydrates

b)

protein

c)

fats

d)

fibre

6.

This macronutrient helps your body to feel full.

a)

protein

b)

carbohydrates

c)

fats

7.

This carbohydrate helps to lower cholesterol and prevent heart disease.

a)

sugar

b)

starch

c)

fibre

d)

butter

8.

Foods that are high in fat include:

a)

bread, pasta and fruit

b)

butter, avocado and whole milk

c)

vegetables, fruit and oatmeal

d)

eggs, beans and chicken

9.

Foods that are high in protein include:

a)

cheese, nuts and chicken

b)

cheese, nuts and oil

c)

fruit, bagels and candy

d)

vegetables, fruits and cereals

10.

Foods that are high in starch include:

a)

butter, avocado and oil

b)

nuts, seeds and grains

c)

pasta, popcorn and bread

d)

milk, fruit and candy

11.

Avocado on toast provides a strong source of which macronutrients?

a)

carbohydrates and fats

b)

carbohydrates, fats and protein

c)

carbohydrates and protein

12.

Almonds, cashews and peanuts provide a strong source of which macronutrients?

a)

carbohydrates and protein

b)

carbohydrates and fats

c)

fats and protein

13.

Which snack provides the LEAST amount of protein?

a)

bagel with peanut butter

b)

carrots and hummus

c)

cheese and crackers

d)

cucumbers and carrots

14.

Which food pairing provides the LEAST amount of protein?

a)

beef and chicken

b)

peas and carrots

c)

yogurt and flax seeds

d)

dried beans and rice

15.

Fried foods, butter, cheese and baked goods should be eaten in moderation because they can have a large amount of unhealthy __________.

a)

almonds

b)

fats

c)

carboyhdrates

d)

minerals

16.

Proteins come from

a)

plants

b)

plants and animals

c)

animals

d)

fibre

17.

Too much of which of the following nutrients is MOST likely to result in obesity?

a)

fats

b)

fats and carbohydrates

c)

protein

d)

sugar

18.

Foods with healthy fats could include:

a)

burgers, fries and donuts

b)

peanut butter, milk and avocado

c)

chicken, carrots and oatmeal

d)

beans, steak and tofu

19.

The carbohydrate that helps you with going to the bathroom regularly is ...

a)

fibre

b)

sugar

c)

starch

d)

glucose

20.

According to Canada's food plate, people should eat the most:

a)

protein

b)

carbohydrates

c)

grains

d)

fruits and vegetables