Grade 2 Hygiene And Nutrition – Importance Of Breakfast Quiz

1. Eating a nutritious breakfast leads to the following except

Adding a lot of weight
improved physical performance
better weight control
improved concentration
Explanation:

2. What happens to your metabolism if you skip breakfast?

it speeds up
all of the above
it stays the same
It slows down
Explanation:

3. The first meal if the day is called

lunch
breakfast
dinner
supper
Explanation:

4. Which is the most important meal of the day?

dinner
fruits
breakfast
lunch
Explanation:

5. Breakfast is eaten at what time?

in the morning
breaktime
Lunch time
at night
Explanation:

6. Which meal provides us with the strength required for the day?

dinner
lunch
breakfast
supper
Explanation:

7. Breakfast should be eaten on__

every day
Sundays
Holidays
weekends
Explanation:

8. It is ___ to take breakfast every day

bad
expensive
healthy
good
Explanation:

9. Why is it important for kids to eat breakfast?

To please their parents
Helps you focus at school
To lose weight
It tastes good
Explanation:

10. Skipping the morning meal

will make you healthier
can make you shorter
you'll be more likely to overeat later in the day
is the best option
Explanation:

11. Name one of the four things a cereal needs to be considered healthy?

Under 8 grams of sugar
Under 2 grams of fiber
High in fat
Under 45 grams of sugar
Explanation:

12. How does skipping breakfast make kids feel? Choose the odd one out

tired
restless
irritable
happy
Explanation:

13. A balanced breakfast that include the following except

carbohydrates
Donuts
fiber
protein
Explanation:

14. Fiber includes

milk, yogurt, cheese and ice cream
whole-grain breads, waffles, and cereals; brown rice, bran, and other grains; fruits, vegetables, beans, and nuts
low-fat or nonfat dairy products, lean meats, eggs, nuts (including nut butters), seeds, and cooked dried beans
scrambled eggs and bacon
Explanation:

15. Research has shown that eating a nutritious breakfast is linked to

improved concentration
better weight control
all of the above
improved physical performance
Explanation:

16. If you are on a diet and don't eat breafast you are more likely to

Eat healthier foods
Feel tired, drained and hungry
Gain more muscle mass
Lose weight faster
Explanation:

17. What is the major energy source for most of the cells in your body?

Carbohydrate
Fats
Glucose
Breakfast
Explanation:

18. Name three of the six nutrients a body needs to stay healthy.

water, vitamins, minerals
protein, carbohydrates, lutein
fat, glucose, protein
breads, vegetables, meats
Explanation:

19. Good nutrition is easy if you

eat lots of protein
follow food fads
eat a variety of foods
eat fast foods
Explanation:

20. Which of the following is a suggested way to improve your breakfast eating habits?

eat breakfast the night before
eat breakfast on certain days of the week
don't eat anything until you are hungry
make breakfast the night before and take it with you to eat later.
Explanation:

21. Which of the following nutrients provides energy to the body?

water
carbohydrates
minerals
vitamins
Explanation:

22. How many hours does your body go without eating when you skip breakfast?

2
24
12
16
Explanation:

23. Breakfast should provide what % of daily nutrients?

30
25
50
100
Explanation:

24. Many breakfast cereals contain added ________

Fibre
Sugar
Proteins
Cholesterol
Explanation:

25. How does eating breakfast affect your performance in school?

Students who eat breakfast have higher test scores
All of the above.
Students who eat breakfast fewer behavioral problems.
Students who eat breakfast are more alert.
Explanation:

26. Students who eat breakfast have higher test scores

proteins
Minerals
carbohydrates
fats
Explanation:

27. 1 egg counts as how many servings of protein?

1
1 million
2
3
Explanation:

28. Which of the following is the most important meal of the day?

Breakfast
Snack
Lunch
Dinner
Explanation:

Breakfast is considered the most important meal of the day as it provides the necessary energy to kickstart your day.

29. Eating breakfast helps in ________ your metabolism.

Slowing down
Speeding up
Stopping
Maintaining
Explanation:

Eating breakfast helps in speeding up your metabolism, which is important for burning calories throughout the day.

30. Skipping breakfast can lead to ________ levels in the body.

Unbalanced
Low energy
None of the above
High energy
Explanation:

Skipping breakfast can lead to low energy levels in the body, making it difficult to concentrate and perform tasks effectively.

31. Which of the following nutrients is important to include in a healthy breakfast?

Fruits and vegetables
Cake and cookies
Chips and soda
Sugary cereals
Explanation:

Fruits and vegetables provide essential vitamins and minerals that are important for a balanced and healthy breakfast.

32. Eating breakfast regularly can help improve ________.

Sleep quality
Weight loss
Memory and concentration
Muscle strength
Explanation:

Eating breakfast regularly can help improve memory and concentration, which are important for learning and cognitive functions.

33. Which meal should not be replaced by breakfast?

Lunch
None of the above
Snack
Dinner
Explanation:

Breakfast should not be replaced by any other meal as it plays a crucial role in providing energy and nutrients after a long night of fasting.

34. A balanced breakfast should include ________.

Processed meats
High sugar foods
Whole grains
Fried foods
Explanation:

A balanced breakfast should include whole grains, which provide fiber and sustained energy throughout the morning.

35. Which of the following is a healthy breakfast option?

Pizza
French fries
Donuts
Oatmeal with fruits
Explanation:

Oatmeal with fruits is a healthy breakfast option as it provides fiber, vitamins, and minerals to start your day on a nutritious note.

36. Eating breakfast can help prevent ________ throughout the day.

Thirst
Fatigue
Hunger pangs
Irritability
Explanation:

Eating breakfast can help prevent hunger pangs throughout the day, reducing the likelihood of overeating or snacking on unhealthy foods.

37. Which of the following statements is true about breakfast?

It can be replaced by coffee
It is only necessary on weekends
It is essential for good health
It is optional
Explanation:

Breakfast is essential for good health as it provides the necessary nutrients and energy to fuel your body and brain for the day ahead.