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This document contains 45 multiple choice questions about food nutrition. The questions cover topics like nutrients, food groups, vitamins and minerals, and dietary recommendations. Answer keys are provided for self-testing knowledge of basic nutrition facts.

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Food Nutrition Mcqs PDF 2017

This document contains 45 multiple choice questions about food nutrition. The questions cover topics like nutrients, food groups, vitamins and minerals, and dietary recommendations. Answer keys are provided for self-testing knowledge of basic nutrition facts.

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FOOD NUTRITION Multiple Choice Questions withAnswers :-


1. A substance needed by the body for growth, energy, repair and maintenance is called a _______________.
A. nutrient
B. carbohydrate
C. calorie
D. fatty acid
Ans: A

2. All of the following are nutrients found in food except _____.


A. plasma
B. proteins
C. carbohydrates
D. vitamins
Ans: A

3. A diet high in saturated fats can be linked to Find which of the following?
A. kidney failure
B. bulimia
C. anorexia
D. cardiovascular disease
Ans: D

4. Amylases in saliva begin the breakdown of carbohydrates into __________.


A. fatty acids
B. polypeptides
C. amino acids
D. simple sugars
Ans: D

5. Your body needs vitamins and minerals because ___________.


A. they give the body energy
B. they help carry out metabolic reactions
C. they insulate the bodys organs
D. they withdraw heat from the body
Ans: B

6. Food passes through the stomach directly by _________.


A. the large intestine
B. the small intestine
C. the heart
D. the pancreas
Ans: B

7. About half of your diet should be made up of __________.


A. grains and vegetables
B. fruits and milk
C. milk and cheese
D. fats and sugars
Ans: A
8. A mineral that the body needs to work properly is _____________.
A. calcium
B. silver
C. gold
D. lead
Ans: A

9. According to the MyPyramind food guidance system, a person should obtain most of their fat from
____________.
A. beef, chicken, and fish
B. vegetables oils, nuts, and fish
C. fats, oils, and sweets
D. milk, yogurt, and cheese
Ans: B

10. A(n) ___________ is a unit of energy that indicates the amount of energy contained in food.
A. label
B. food guide pyramid
C. calorie
D. basket
Ans: C

11. This food group is our bodys best source of energy?


A. Meat Group
B. fats,oils and sweets
C. breads and cereals
D. milk and cheese
Ans: C

12. Find which of these is NOT considered a nutrient?


A. vitamins
B. minerals
C. fiber
D. fats
Ans: C

13. Find which of these is added to the food label because people sometimes dont eat ENOUGH of this?
A. fat
B. calcium
C. sodium
D. cholesterol
Ans: B

14. Find which of these is required on the food label?


A. total carbohydrate
B. sugars
C. iron
D. all of the above
Ans: D

15. The bread, cereal, rice and pasta group is a good source of _______?
A. carbohydrate
B. vitamin C
C. calcium
D. vitamin D
Ans: A

16. Citrus fruits are an excellent source of _______?


A. calcium
B. vitamin c
C. vitamin B
D. calories
Ans: B

17. Foods from the meat, poultry, fish dry beans, eggs and nuts group are an important source of ________?
A. iron
B. fiber
C. beta carotene
D. calcium
Ans: A

18. Find which food contains the most fat?


A. graham crackers
B. brownies
C. pudding
D. angel food cake
Ans: B

19. The milk, cheese & yogurt group are important for ________?
A. strong bones
B. teeth
C. muscles
D. all of the above
Ans: D

20. How many servings of vegetables do we need each day?


A. 6-11
B. 2-3
C. 3-5
D. 1-2
Ans: C

21. Find which of the following nutrients is needed to build and maintain the structural components of the body?
A. Carbohydrates
B. Protein
C. Fat
D. Fiber
Ans: B

22. Find which of the following nutrients is known as the sunshine vitamin?
A. Vitamin C
B. Vitamin A
C. Vitamin K
D. Vitamin D
Ans: D
23. All of the following are needed for strong bones except:
A. Thiamin
B. Calcium
C. Magnesium
D. Vitamin D
Ans: A

24. Find which of these nutrients is the preferred energy source for the body?
A. B Complex Vitamins
B. Carbohydrates
C. Fats
D. Fiber
Ans: B

25. This nutrient is needed for a healthy immune system and strong connective tissue:
A. Fiber
B. Vitamin K
C. Vitamin C
D. Fluoride
Ans: C

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26. Find which of the following is the best source for omega-3 fatty acids?
A. Corn oil
B. Wheat products
C. Pork
D. Sardines
Ans: D

27. This mineral is essential for healthy red blood cells and a deficiency might cause anemia.
A. Iron
B. Magnesium
C. Iodine
D. Chromium
Ans: A

28. This vitamin is needed to prevent a birth defect called Spina Bifida
A. Vitamin D
B. Vitamin A
C. Folate
D. Vitamin E
Ans: C

29. This nutrient is needed for making hormones, healthier skin, and to make cell membranes:
A. Fat
B. Carbohydrate
C. Fiber
D. Vitamin B12
Ans: A

30. This nutrient is most important for healthy vision:


A. Vitamin K
B. Iron
C. Calcium
D. Vitamin A
Ans: D

31. The United States Department of Agricultures Daily Food Guide suggests that the Fats, Oils and Sweets Group be
used ___.
A. once a week
B. four times a day
C. never on Sundays
D. sparingly
E. every Tuesday
Ans: D

32. The United States Department of Agricultures Daily Food Guide calls for eating ___ servings of the Bread,
Cereal, Rice and Pasta Group.
A. 1-3
B. 4-5
C. 6-11
D. 12-15
E. 16-20
Ans: C

33. The United States Department of Agricultures Daily Food Guide calls for eating ___ servings of the Milk, Yogurt,
and Cheese Group.
A. 0-1
B. 2-3
C. 3-4
D. 5-6
E. 6-7
Ans: B

34. The United States Department of Agricultures Daily Food Guide calls for eating ___ servings of the Fruit Group
every day.
A. 0-1
B. 2-4
C. 4-5
D. 5-6
E. 6-7
Ans: B

35. Find which of the following beverages has no fat, sugar, or oils?
A. milk
B. root beer
C. coffee with cream
D. iced tea unsweetened
E. lemonade
Ans: D

36. Find what food doesnt belong to this food group?


A. noodles
B. crackers
C. scallion
D. macaroni
E. cous cous
Ans: C

37. Find what food doesnt belong to this food group?


A. cookies
B. candy
C. sald dressing
D. cherries
E. butter
Ans: D

38. Find what food doesnt belong to this food group?


A. chocolate milk
B. cream cheese
C. ice cream
D. salad dressing
E. yogurt
Ans: D

39. _________is an example of a hydrogenated fat.


A. Butter
B. Margarine
C. Olive oil
Ans: B

40. If you order hot oatmeal in a restaurant it may taste flat because
A. no sugar was added.
B. no salt was added.
C. it was cooked in a microwave.

Ans: B

41. Fruits and vegetables are usually considered as good sources of


A. protein.
B. vitamins & minerals.
C. unsaturated fats.
Ans: B

42. Degenerative diseases are most closely associated with


A. diets deficient in protein.
B. affluent lifestyles.
C. heredity.
Ans: B

43. The bottom line in determining the quality of a recipe is


A. nutritional value.
B. taste testing.
C. cost.
Ans: B

44. Eggs, milk, and meat are usually classified as good sources of
A. carbohydrates.
B. protein.
C. fat.
Ans: B

45. The human body and the food that fuels it came together as a consequence of
A. chance, time, and circumstance
B. the activity of an intelligent designer
C. neither of the above
Ans: B

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