10 Tips Nutrition Education Series — Comprehension Quiz

Multiple-Choice Questions

1. According to "10 Tips to a Great Plate," what should make up half of your plate?
A) Whole grains and dairy
B) Fruits and vegetables
C) Meats and fatty foods
D) Sugary drinks and snacks

2. Which type of milk is recommended instead of whole milk?
A) Chocolate milk
B) 2% milk
C) Fat-free or low-fat (1%) milk
D) Soy milk only

3. Which of these is an example of a whole grain food mentioned in the resource?
A) White bread
B) Brown rice
C) White rice
D) Refined crackers

4. Popcorn is described in the whole grains tip sheet as:
A) A refined-grain food to avoid
B) A healthy whole-grain snack if made with little or no added salt or butter
C) Not a grain at all
D) Only healthy when covered in butter

5. Why should you rinse fruits before eating them, according to the resource?
A) To make them sweeter
B) To remove dirt and surface microorganisms
C) To soften them
D) To add flavor

6. Which of the following are examples of "foods to eat less often" mentioned in the resource?
A) Broccoli and spinach
B) Cakes, cookies, and sweetened drinks
C) Whole-wheat bread
D) Fat-free yogurt

7. What should you look for on an ingredients list to choose a true whole-grain product?
A) The word "multi-grain" listed anywhere
B) A whole-grain ingredient (like "whole wheat" or "brown rice") listed first
C) The color of the bread
D) The word "bran" in the name

8. Why is it recommended to drink water instead of sugary drinks like soda or sports drinks?
A) They are a major source of added sugar and calories
B) They contain too much fiber
C) They have no flavor
D) They are more expensive than water

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Short-Answer Questions

9. Name two nutrients found in fruits and vegetables that are important for health, according to the resource.

10. Explain one strategy from "Add More Vegetables to Your Day" for making it easier to eat more vegetables during a busy week.

11. According to the resource, what is the difference between a whole grain and a refined grain, and why does it matter which one you choose?

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Answer Key

1. B — Fruits and vegetables
2. C — Fat-free or low-fat (1%) milk
3. B — Brown rice
4. B — A healthy whole-grain snack if made with little or no added salt or butter
5. B — To remove dirt and surface microorganisms
6. B — Cakes, cookies, and sweetened drinks
7. B — A whole-grain ingredient listed first on the ingredients list
8. A — They are a major source of added sugar and calories

1. Any two of: potassium, dietary fiber, vitamin C, folate (folic acid), calcium, vitamin D.

1. Any reasonable answer based on the text, such as: pre-cutting vegetables like bell peppers, carrots, or broccoli ahead of time so they are ready to eat on salads, with hummus, or in wraps; or using frozen or canned vegetables for quick, easy meals.

1. Whole grains contain the entire grain kernel (bran, germ, and endosperm), while refined grains do not. Eating whole grains as part of a healthy diet is linked to a reduced risk of some chronic diseases, so the resource recommends making at least half your grains whole grains.