Food and Nutrition

Question 1

1A meal suitable for a convalescent (recovering patient) should be

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A. high in alcohol B. very spicy C. heavy and fried D. light, nourishing and easy to digest

Question 2

2Convalescents should be given foods that are

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A. light and easily digested B. very spicy C. high in alcohol D. heavy and fried

Question 3

3A teenage boy needs more energy than an elderly woman mainly because of

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A. eating less B. lower metabolism C. shorter height D. growth and higher activity

Question 4

4When planning meals for a family, the first factor to consider is

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A. the cook's favourite food only B. the colour of the plates C. the nutritional needs of each member D. the newest recipe

Question 5

5Which factor is LEAST important when planning family meals?

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A. the time available B. the nutritional needs of members C. the money available D. the colour of the plates

Question 6

6A balanced diet contains

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A. mainly fats B. only proteins C. all nutrients in the right proportions D. only carbohydrates

Question 7

7Garnishing food means

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A. freezing it B. adding salt C. decorating it to improve its appearance D. cooking it longer

Question 8

8When planning meals for an elderly person, the food should be

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A. easy to digest and rich in calcium and fibre B. high in sugar C. very spicy and oily D. hard to chew

Question 9

9Packed lunches for school children should include

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A. only drinks B. only sweets C. only biscuits D. a balance of energy, protein and vitamins

Question 10

10The first milk produced by a mother after childbirth is called

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A. formula B. colostrum C. evaporated milk D. skimmed milk