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Chapter 5: Nutrition and Physical Activity

	1.	Which nutrients are essential for the growth and repair of all the cells in your body?

		a.	carbohydrates
		b.	proteins
		c.	fats
		d.	vitamins

	2.	Which nutrients are substances that help regulate body functions?

		a.	water
		b.	minerals
		c.	vitamins
		d.	fats

	3.	Of which food group should you eat the fewest servings each day?

		a.	fats, oils, and sweets
		b.	meat, poultry, fish, dry beans, eggs, and nuts
		c.	fruits
		d.	breads, cereals, rice, and pasta

	4.	Which food group is a major source of B vitamins and iron?

		a.	breads, cereals, rice, and pasta
		b.	meat, poultry, fish, dry beans, eggs, and nuts
		c.	milk, yogurt, and cheese
		d.	fats, oils, and sweets

	5.	Which combination of foods works best for teens?

		a.	foods high in carbohydrates and high in fats
		b.	foods high in protein and low in fats
		c.	foods high in carbohydrates and low in fats
		d.	foods low in protein and low in carbohydrates

	6.	What is the key to getting all the nutrients you need?

		a.	taking vitamins
		b.	eating only foods in the Food Guide Pyramid
		c.	eating hot food
		d.	eating a variety of different foods

	7.	How many extra calories per week adds one pound to your body weight?

		a.	4,000
		b.	350
		c.	3,500
		d.	2,000

	8.	Which activity is an example of anaerobic exercise?

		a.	yoga
		b.	sprinting 50 meters
		c.	running 10 miles
		d.	swimming 10 laps

	9.	How often should you participate in aerobic activity to get the best health results?

		a.	once or twice a week
		b.	three to five times a week
		c.	once or twice a day
		d.	five minutes a day

	10.	Which is NOT a consideration when you are deciding which type of exercise to pursue?

		a.	whether you want to exercise alone or with others
		b.	what equipment you will need
		c.	how much money you can spend
		d.	how good you are at the activity