Nutrition Month Spelling Words and
Quiz Bee Questions (Grades 4–6)
Spelling Words
🍎 Easy (5 words)
Fruit
Water
Sugar
Snack
Beans
🥕 Average (5 words)
Calcium
Protein
Vitamins
Minerals
Nutrients
🥦 Difficult (5 words)
Metabolism
Hydration
Malnutrition
Cholesterol
Carbohydrates
🥦 Clincher (5 words)
Antioxidants
Micronutrients
Sustainability
Dietitian
Preservatives
Quiz Bee: Multiple Choice Questions
Easy (5 Questions)
1. Which of the following is a fruit?
A. Carrot
B. Milk
C. Banana
D. Rice
Answer: C. Banana
2. What is a healthy drink?
A. Soda
B. Juice
C. Water
D. Energy drink
Answer: C. Water
3. Which one is a healthy snack?
A. Candy
B. Chips
C. Apple
D. Cake
Answer: C. Apple
4. Which of these is a vegetable?
A. Chicken
B. Carrot
C. Egg
D. Milk
Answer: B. Carrot
5. What do we drink to stay hydrated?
A. Milk
B. Coffee
C. Juice
D. Water
Answer: D. Water
🥕 Average (5 Questions)
1. Which nutrient helps build muscles?
A. Protein
B. Vitamin C
C. Calcium
D. Fiber
Answer: A. Protein
2. What food is rich in vitamins and minerals?
A. Vegetables
B. Candy
C. Bread
D. Soft drinks
Answer: A. Vegetables
3. Which of the following helps strengthen bones?
A. Vitamin A
B. Fiber
C. Calcium
D. Iron
Answer: C. Calcium
4. What is the function of fiber in the body?
A. Builds muscles
B. Helps digestion
C. Provides energy
D. Builds bones
Answer: B. Helps digestion
5. Which is a good source of protein?
A. Meat
B. Soda
C. Butter
D. Chocolate
Answer: A. Meat
🥦 Difficult (5 Questions)
1. What is the term for the process that converts food into energy?
A. Digestion
B. Absorption
C. Metabolism
D. Circulation
Answer: C. Metabolism
2. What condition results from lack of essential nutrients?
A. Digestion
B. Dehydration
C. Malnutrition
D. Obesity
Answer: C. Malnutrition
3. Which of the following is a type of fat in our blood?
A. Vitamin C
B. Cholesterol
C. Protein
D. Iron
Answer: B. Cholesterol
4. What nutrient is the main source of energy for the body?
A. Protein
B. Fat
C. Carbohydrates
D. Vitamins
Answer: C. Carbohydrates
5. Why is hydration important for health?
A. It strengthens bones
B. It helps the body stay cool
C. It builds muscles
D. It adds sugar
Answer: B. It helps the body stay cool
🏆 Clincher (5 Questions)
1. What is the role of antioxidants in the body?
A. Build bones
B. Repair tissues
C. Fight free radicals
D. Aid digestion
Answer: C. Fight free radicals
2. Which professional gives advice on healthy eating?
A. Doctor
B. Dietitian
C. Engineer
D. Pharmacist
Answer: B. Dietitian
3. What does 'sustainability' mean in food choices?
A. Tasty meals
B. Cheap food
C. Environmentally friendly
D. Easy to cook
Answer: C. Environmentally friendly
4. What are micronutrients?
A. Large food portions
B. Small essential nutrients
C. Fats and oils
D. Sugars
Answer: B. Small essential nutrients
5. What are preservatives used for?
A. Add flavor
B. Extend shelf life
C. Make food spicy
D. Boost color
Answer: B. Extend shelf life