Lesson T1.3.1

T1.3.1 A healthy human diet Quiz: KS3 Biology, Unit 1

20 questions

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The 20 questions

  1. Which nutrient is the main source of energy for the body?

    • Vitamins
    • Dietary fibre
    • Carbohydrates
    • Minerals
  2. Which nutrient is needed for the growth and repair of body tissues?

    • Calcium
    • Vitamin C
    • Protein
    • Dietary fibre
  3. Which mineral is needed to make haemoglobin in red blood cells?

    • Iodine
    • Calcium
    • Sodium
    • Iron
  4. Which mineral is needed for strong bones and teeth?

    • Potassium
    • Sodium
    • Iron
    • Calcium
  5. What is the main function of dietary fibre in humans?

    • Builds muscle
    • Provides energy
    • Repairs cells
    • Prevents constipation
  6. Which nutrient is needed in only small amounts but is vital for health?

    • Protein
    • Vitamins
    • Lipids
    • Carbohydrates
  7. Which nutrient provides energy and insulates the body?

    • Vitamins
    • Proteins
    • Lipids
    • Carbohydrates
  8. What is the primary role of water in the human body?

    • Chemical reactions
    • Absorbing vitamins
    • Building muscle
    • Providing energy
  9. Which food is a good source of vitamin C?

    • Butter
    • White rice
    • Milk
    • Oranges
  10. A diet lacking fresh fruit and vegetables is most likely deficient in what?

    • Carbohydrates and water
    • Calcium and iron
    • Vitamins and fibre
    • Protein and lipids
  11. Which food is the best source of protein?

    • Bread
    • Apples
    • Fish
    • Potatoes
  12. Which food is a good source of calcium?

    • Milk
    • Sugar
    • Vegetable oil
    • White rice
  13. Which nutrient group provides a long-term energy store and thermal insulation?

    • Carbohydrates
    • Proteins
    • Fats
    • Vitamins
  14. A diet low in protein will most directly affect which body process?

    • Water absorption
    • Growth and repair
    • Energy release
    • Vision clarity
  15. What does a balanced human diet contain in the correct amounts?

    • Only protein and fat
    • Carbohydrates and sugar only
    • All nutrients and water
    • Vitamins and minerals only
  16. Which vitamin does the body make when skin is exposed to sunlight?

    • Vitamin B
    • Vitamin C
    • Vitamin D
    • Vitamin A
  17. What is the main health benefit of consuming high-fibre foods?

    • Provides rapid energy
    • Lowers body temperature
    • Helps digestion
    • Builds strong bones
  18. Which mineral is needed for healthy nerve function and is found in table salt?

    • Sodium
    • Calcium
    • Iron
    • Magnesium
  19. Which food combination supplies both energy and building materials?

    • Water and salt
    • Butter and oil
    • Pasta and chicken
    • Lettuce and celery
  20. What is a risk of eating too many carbohydrates or fats?

    • Muscle shrinkage
    • Dehydration
    • Weight gain
    • Bone weakening

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