This quiz works best with JavaScript enabled. Home > Cbse > Class 12 > Common Subjects > Home Science > Class 12 Home Science Chapter 3 Food And Nutrition – Quiz 14 🏠 Homepage 📘 Download PDF Books 📕 Premium PDF Books Class 12 Home Science Chapter 3 Food And Nutrition Quiz 14 (60 MCQs) Quiz Instructions Select an option to see the correct answer instantly. 1. Food contains ..... that help us to grow and repair our body. A) Water. B) Minerals. C) Energy. D) Nutrients. Show Answer Correct Answer: D) Nutrients. 2. What 2 things does a plant produce during photosynthesis? A) Oxygen and glucose (sugar). B) Sunlight and water. C) Carbon dioxide and nitrogen. D) None of the above. Show Answer Correct Answer: A) Oxygen and glucose (sugar). 3. Which of the following foods is rich in protein? A) Lettuce. B) Rice. C) Chicken. D) Apple. Show Answer Correct Answer: C) Chicken. 4. Many organic molecules are too large to diffuse into cells so they must be digested into A) Starch and protein. B) Simple sugars and amino acids. C) Starch and glucose. D) Glucose and protein. Show Answer Correct Answer: B) Simple sugars and amino acids. 5. Which of the following is used to test the presence of starch in food? A) Benedict's solution. B) Million's reagent. C) Iodine solution. D) Fehling's solution. Show Answer Correct Answer: C) Iodine solution. 6. In the context of nutrition, a these are chemical elements required as an essential nutrient by organisms to perform functions necessary for life. A) Vitamins. B) Minerals. C) Fats. D) Carbohydrates. Show Answer Correct Answer: B) Minerals. 7. Roughage helps our body to carry out the process of ..... A) Digestion. B) Balanced diet. C) Minerals. D) None of the above. Show Answer Correct Answer: A) Digestion. 8. What do pregnant women need more of during pregnancy? A) Carbohydrates. B) Fats. C) All of the above. D) Proteins. Show Answer Correct Answer: C) All of the above. 9. Bread, wheat and potato are rich in A) Carbohydrates. B) Vitamin. C) Protein. D) Minerals. Show Answer Correct Answer: A) Carbohydrates. 10. Which of the following is NOT a good reason to eat locally produced food? A) It reduces fuel use and supports sustainability. B) You get fresher, often more nutritious food. C) It helps you connect with nearby food producers. D) It limits your diet to fewer food options on purpose. E) It supports your local economy. Show Answer Correct Answer: D) It limits your diet to fewer food options on purpose. 11. A nutrient; simple sugars and starches A) Carbohydrates. B) Fat. C) Yeast. D) Metabolism. Show Answer Correct Answer: A) Carbohydrates. 12. It can be used as energy. If not, it is storaged under our skin. A) Vitamins. B) Fibre. C) Minerals. D) Fats. Show Answer Correct Answer: D) Fats. 13. Who need protiens A) Mom. B) Growing children. C) Daddy. D) New born baby. Show Answer Correct Answer: B) Growing children. 14. Lamb and veal are the toughest types of meat because they come from young animals. A) True. B) False. C) All the above. D) None of the above. Show Answer Correct Answer: B) False. 15. Examples of vitamins and minerals are: A) Foods that build and repair our bodies for growth:Meat, eggs and nuts. B) Foods that provide us with energy and helps protect our organs:Sunflower oil, butter and avocado pear. C) Foods that help our bodies develop and stay healthy:Fruit and vegetables. D) None of the above. Show Answer Correct Answer: C) Foods that help our bodies develop and stay healthy:Fruit and vegetables. 16. What are benefits of regular exercise? A) Prevent heart disease. B) Prevent obesity. C) Feel more energized. D) Increase mood. E) All of the above. Show Answer Correct Answer: E) All of the above. 17. After 8 to 10 hours, your body needs ..... to do the activities. A) Energy. B) Snack. C) Source. D) Lack. Show Answer Correct Answer: A) Energy. 18. In vertebrates, the narrow part of the intestine in which digestion takes place, extending from the pyloric end of the stomach to the large intestine and consisting of the duodenum, jejunum, and ileum. A) Small intestine. B) Carbohydrate. C) Mineral. D) Colon. Show Answer Correct Answer: A) Small intestine. 19. What is the role of carbohydrates in our diet? A) Carbohydrates help in digestion. B) Carbohydrates help in muscle repair. C) Carbohydrates are essential for body building. D) Carbohydrates provide energy for our bodies. Show Answer Correct Answer: D) Carbohydrates provide energy for our bodies. 20. Molars chew and crush food into smaller pieces. A) True. B) False. C) All the above. D) None of the above. Show Answer Correct Answer: B) False. 21. An athlete is preparing to run a marathon (26.2 miles), decide which of the following meals she should eat the night before to provide the most energy for the race? A) Eat a steak and drink a coffee. B) Load up on candy bars and chips. C) Eat pasta and drink water. D) Eat a bowl of cereal and drink an energy drink. Show Answer Correct Answer: C) Eat pasta and drink water. 22. A tough, complex carbohydrate that the body cannot digest. A) Protein. B) Vitamin. C) Fiber. D) Sugar. Show Answer Correct Answer: C) Fiber. 23. ..... is the sticky protein that remains when starch is washed from flour. A) Glue. B) Dough. C) Gluten. D) Flakiness. Show Answer Correct Answer: C) Gluten. 24. Which nutrient is needed for repairing and rebuilding of muscle tissue? A) Minerals. B) Protein. C) Vitamins. D) Fats. Show Answer Correct Answer: B) Protein. 25. What is a polite way to get someone's attention at the table? A) Shout across the table. B) Speak quietly or raise a hand. C) All the above. D) None of the above. Show Answer Correct Answer: B) Speak quietly or raise a hand. 26. What is the main nutrient found in rice and noodles? A) Fiber. B) Carbohydrates. C) Protein. D) Fat. Show Answer Correct Answer: B) Carbohydrates. 27. Substances found in fruit and vegetables that help the body fight infection A) Sugar. B) Protein. C) Minerals. D) Vitamins. Show Answer Correct Answer: D) Vitamins. 28. To be healthy, I should ..... A) Eat whatever just in less amount. B) Have a balanced diet, drink more water, and be active. C) Skip breakfast or dinner. D) None of the above. Show Answer Correct Answer: B) Have a balanced diet, drink more water, and be active. 29. Foods such as potatoes, grains and rice A) Spicy. B) Starchy. C) Slicy. D) Celery. Show Answer Correct Answer: B) Starchy. 30. Eggs are included in the food group that also contains ..... A) Fruits and vegetables. B) Dairy products. C) Meats, poultry and fish. D) None of the above. Show Answer Correct Answer: C) Meats, poultry and fish. 31. GOOD FATS are good for: A) THE DIGESTION. B) OUR MUSCLES. C) NERVOUS SYSTEM. D) BONES AND TEETH. E) PROTECTING US FROM ILLNESSES. Show Answer Correct Answer: C) NERVOUS SYSTEM. 32. If someone cut out the lean meats and alternative food group, what nutrients would we be concerned that they might not be getting enough of? A) B12, iron, protein. B) B2, C, E and A. C) Calcium, Vitamin D, B12, Fats. D) Iron, B1 and K. Show Answer Correct Answer: A) B12, iron, protein. 33. Which type of reaction involves the building up of small molecules into larger ones? A) Anabolic reaction. B) Catabolic reaction. C) Digestion. D) None of the above. Show Answer Correct Answer: A) Anabolic reaction. 34. Which is not a part of group of nutrients? A) Water. B) Fats. C) Calcium. D) Vitamins. Show Answer Correct Answer: C) Calcium. 35. According to the MyPyramid Plan, what should make up the smallest portion of a teenager's diet? A) Vegetables. B) Grains. C) Oils. D) Proteins. Show Answer Correct Answer: C) Oils. 36. What happens if you eat too many calories? A) It gets stored as excess fat. B) It turns into vitamins. C) It helps your hair and nails grow. D) None of the above. Show Answer Correct Answer: A) It gets stored as excess fat. 37. Oranges, Lemon are rich in ..... A) Vitamin B. B) Vitamin A. C) Vitamin D. D) Vitamin C. Show Answer Correct Answer: D) Vitamin C. 38. What are the two types of carbohydrates? A) One Carb and Two Carb. B) Natural and Artificial Carbs. C) Cold and hot carbs. D) Simple Carbs and Complex Carbs. Show Answer Correct Answer: D) Simple Carbs and Complex Carbs. 39. Hummus is made from ..... A) Syrup. B) Pastries. C) Protein. D) Chickpeas. Show Answer Correct Answer: D) Chickpeas. 40. What's the difference between producers and consumers? A) Consumers are capable of photosynthesis, producers rely on others for food. B) Producers are capable of photosynthesis, consumers rely on others for food. C) All the above. D) None of the above. Show Answer Correct Answer: B) Producers are capable of photosynthesis, consumers rely on others for food. 41. Which vitamin helps your body heal cuts and scratches? (found in citrus fruits like oranges and grapefruits) A) Vitamin B. B) Vitamin D. C) Vitamin A. D) Vitamin C. Show Answer Correct Answer: D) Vitamin C. 42. Mark the sentence where someone is offering help. A) Let me explain the exercises to you. B) Let's have a snack. C) Listen to the teacher!. D) Don't touch this object!. Show Answer Correct Answer: A) Let me explain the exercises to you. 43. ..... is the fibre present in the food. A) Vitamin A. B) Protective Food. C) Roughage. D) Water. Show Answer Correct Answer: C) Roughage. 44. What is the main function of a pulse oximeter? A) To repair broken bones. B) To measure glucose levels. C) To monitor oxygen saturation in the blood. D) To measure blood pressure. Show Answer Correct Answer: C) To monitor oxygen saturation in the blood. 45. A food substance that cannot be digested but which helps the process of digestion A) Vitamin. B) Enzymes. C) Mineral. D) Fiber. Show Answer Correct Answer: D) Fiber. 46. "sugar + oxygen $\rightarrow$ CO2 + water + energy" explains how energy is released from food. What is the name of this process? A) Digestion. B) Absorption. C) Respiration. D) Eating. Show Answer Correct Answer: C) Respiration. 47. What nutrient is primarily responsible for muscle repair and growth? A) Proteins. B) Vitamins. C) Carbohydrates. D) Minerals. Show Answer Correct Answer: A) Proteins. 48. When looking at calories, how many does 1 gram of carbohydrate, fat, and protein provide (in that order)? A) 9, 4, and 4 calories. B) 4, 9, and 4 calories. C) 4, 4, and 9 calories. D) 9, 9, and 4 calories. E) 4, 9, and 9 calories. Show Answer Correct Answer: B) 4, 9, and 4 calories. 49. Eating an ..... a day, keeps the doctor away. A) Apple. B) Burger. C) All the above. D) None of the above. Show Answer Correct Answer: A) Apple. 50. Fruits and vegetables are rich sources of A) Protein. B) Fats. C) Vitamins. D) Carbohydrates. Show Answer Correct Answer: C) Vitamins. 51. Which food group does a banana belong in? A) Protein. B) Oils. C) Fruits. D) None of the above. Show Answer Correct Answer: C) Fruits. 52. Examples of proteins are: A) Foods that give provide us with energy:Rice, potatoes and cereal. B) Foods that build and repair our bodies for growth:Meat, eggs and nuts. C) Foods that help our bodies develop and stay healthy:Fruit and vegetables. D) None of the above. Show Answer Correct Answer: B) Foods that build and repair our bodies for growth:Meat, eggs and nuts. 53. What does the "F" in FATTOM stand for? A) Friends. B) Frenzy. C) Fruit. D) Food. Show Answer Correct Answer: D) Food. 54. It is essential for all life processes, including energy production. A) Minerals. B) Water. C) Fats. D) Vitamins. Show Answer Correct Answer: B) Water. 55. What are the 6 Basic Nutrients A) Carbohydrates, Meat, Fibers, Water, Protein, and Dairy. B) Carbohydrates, Milk, Fruits, Vegetables, Water, Oils. C) Carbohydrates, Fats, Minerals, Water, Protein, and Vitamins. D) Fats, Vitamins, Minerals, Meat, Fibers, and Carbohydrates. Show Answer Correct Answer: C) Carbohydrates, Fats, Minerals, Water, Protein, and Vitamins. 56. Which is an effect of regular exercise? A) Better hearing. B) Less energy. C) Weaker bones. D) Stronger heart. Show Answer Correct Answer: D) Stronger heart. 57. What do vegetables provide that help protect cells from damage and reduce inflammation? A) Phytonutrients. B) Protein. C) Minerals. D) Vitamins. Show Answer Correct Answer: A) Phytonutrients. 58. In Shortcrust Pastry the ratio of fat to flour is? A) $^{3}$/$_{4 }$fat to flour. B) Equal fat to flour. C) $^{1}$/$_{2 }$fat to flour. D) $^{1}$/$_{4 }$ fat to flour. Show Answer Correct Answer: C) $^{1}$/$_{2 }$fat to flour. 59. What are fats also known as? A) Lipids. B) Proteins. C) Vitamins. D) Carbohydrates. Show Answer Correct Answer: A) Lipids. 60. What is rich source of vitamin d A) Butter. 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