Food and Health
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Components of Food (Nutrients)
SubtopicComponents of Food (Nutrients) under Food and Health for Grade 4 ICSE.
Preview questions (no answers)
- 1.
What happens if we do not include enough vitamins in our diet?
A.We will grow very tall
B.We may fall ill frequently
C.We will get a lot of energy
D.Our bones will become very strong
- 2.
Peas and beans are a source of which nutrient?
A.Fats
B.Proteins
C.Sugar
D.Water
- 3.
Which of these provides us with the least amount of energy?
A.Fats
B.Carbohydrates
C.Vitamins
D.Sugar
- 4.
Which vitamin helps our body to heal wounds?
A.Vitamin A
B.Vitamin C
C.Vitamin D
D.Vitamin K
- 5.
Which of the following nutrients is correctly matched with its source?
A.Fats - Lemon
B.Carbohydrates - Ghee
C.Proteins - Eggs
D.Vitamin C - Wheat
- 6.
The water present in our body helps in maintaining our body temperature through which process?
A.Digestion
B.Sweating
C.Breathing
D.Growth
- 7.
Which of these is a function of the nutrient found abundantly in potatoes?
A.Helping the body fight infections
B.Providing energy for daily work
C.Building muscles
D.Keeping the skin moist
- 8.
Why is it important to include a variety of colored vegetables (red, orange, green, purple) in our diet?
A.To make the food look attractive
B.Different colors represent different types of essential vitamins and minerals
C.Because colored vegetables have more fat
D.To increase the amount of sugar in the body
- 9.
A student was testing a food sample. He crushed it, added water, then added 2 drops of copper sulphate and 10 drops of caustic soda. The mixture turned violet. What does this confirm?
A.Presence of starch
B.Presence of fats
C.Presence of proteins
D.Presence of Vitamin C
- 10.
Which of the following is NOT a method of food preservation that works by removing moisture?
A.Sun drying
B.Salting
C.Boiling
D.Dehydration
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Preview questions (no answers)
- 1.
Which of these is a way to stop food from getting spoiled?
A.Leaving it in the open for days
B.Preserving it by cooling or salting
C.Keeping it in a warm, moist place
D.Touching it with dirty hands
- 2.
A person who is recovering from an illness needs more ________ to repair his body.
A.Fats
B.Proteins
C.Sugar
D.Water
- 3.
Which nutrient helps our body fight against diseases and stay healthy?
A.Sugar
B.Vitamins
C.Starch
D.Oil
- 4.
Wheat, rice, and maize are called cereals. They are the main sources of ________.
A.Fats
B.Proteins
C.Carbohydrates
D.Vitamins
- 5.
What is the main advantage of regular physical exercise?
A.It makes us feel sleepy during the day
B.It makes our muscles and heart stronger
C.It helps us store more fat
D.It reduces the need for vitamins
- 6.
Which food item can be stored for a long time by adding a lot of sugar to it?
A.Jam
B.Paneer
C.Fresh milk
D.Boiled eggs
- 7.
Which of these statements about food preservation is correct?
A.Preservation makes food poisonous
B.Preservation helps us enjoy seasonal fruits throughout the year
C.Preservation is only done by boiling
D.Preservation decreases the shelf life of food
- 8.
What is 'Pasteurization', a process commonly used for milk?
A.Freezing milk to turn it into ice cream
B.Heating milk to a specific temperature and then cooling it quickly to kill germs
C.Adding sugar and salt to milk to preserve it
D.Removing all the fat from the milk
- 9.
If you are only eating peeled fruits and boiled vegetables, which part of the 'Balanced Diet' are you most likely missing?
A.Sugar
B.Proteins
C.Roughage (Fiber)
D.Fats
- 10.
Which of these habits is essential along with a balanced diet to stay healthy?
A.Sleeping for only 2 hours a day
B.Drinking very little water to save the kidneys
C.Regular physical exercise
D.Eating only one large meal a day
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Food Preservation
SubtopicFood Preservation under Food and Health for Grade 4 ICSE.
Preview questions (no answers)
- 1.
When we preserve food, we are essentially stopping the growth of ______.
A.Vitamins
B.Water
C.Harmful bacteria
D.Flavor
- 2.
Sun-drying is a very old and ______ method of preservation.
A.Expensive
B.Cheap and natural
C.Difficult
D.Useless
- 3.
Which of these is a way to preserve ginger and garlic for a few weeks?
A.Keeping them in a glass of water
B.Making them into a paste and refrigerating
C.Keeping them near a heater
D.Boiling them in milk
- 4.
What is the process called where food is packed in containers from which all air is removed?
A.Salting
B.Vacuum packing
C.Drying
D.Boiling
- 5.
Why is it important to wash fruits and vegetables before preserving them?
A.To remove dirt and some surface micro-organisms
B.To make them weigh more
C.To remove their natural skins
D.To make them lose their flavor
- 6.
Which of the following is a sign that a tin of canned food has gone bad?
A.The tin is shiny
B.The tin is bulging or leaking
C.The label is colorful
D.The tin is cold to touch
- 7.
How does salt act as a preservative for fish?
A.By adding moisture to the fish
B.By removing water through a process called osmosis
C.By changing the color of the fish
D.By making the fish swim again
- 8.
Which of these represents a modern method of food preservation used for space travel to keep food lightweight and long-lasting?
A.Pickling in large jars
B.Dehydration and Freeze-drying
C.Refrigeration in giant coolers
D.Adding lots of fresh cream
- 9.
What is the main advantage of 'Vacuum Packaging' for nuts and dried fruits?
A.It makes the packet look smaller.
B.It prevents the oils in the nuts from reacting with oxygen and turning rancid.
C.It adds extra air to keep the nuts fresh.
D.It makes the nuts softer.
- 10.
Why is it important to use 'sterilized' jars for home canning and pickling?
A.To make the jars look new.
B.To ensure that no existing bacteria or fungal spores are inside to spoil the food.
C.To make the jars stronger so they don't break.
D.To help the food cook faster.
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Preview questions (no answers)
- 1.
Why is it important to spend some time in the morning sunlight?
A.To get Vitamin D for strong bones
B.To make our skin darker
C.To see the shadows
D.To get a headache
- 2.
Which of these is a sign of a person who follows healthy habits?
A.They fall sick very often
B.They are active and have a glowing skin
C.They feel tired all the time
D.They have a lot of cavities
- 3.
What should we do with waste like peels of bananas and oranges?
A.Throw them on the floor
B.Put them in a dustbin
C.Leave them on the dining table
D.Keep them in our pocket
- 4.
Why is it important to eat a variety of different colored fruits and vegetables?
A.To make the plate look colorful
B.To get different types of nutrients and vitamins
C.Because they all taste exactly the same
D.To make the food look like a painting
- 5.
Why is it important to have breakfast every morning?
A.To help us sleep during the first period at school.
B.To provide the energy needed to start the day's activities.
C.To ensure we don't have to eat lunch.
D.To make the body feel heavy and tired.
- 6.
Which nutrient acts as a 'backup' energy source when the body does not get enough carbohydrates?
A.Vitamins
B.Fats
C.Minerals
D.Roughage
- 7.
How does regular exercise affect our heart and blood circulation?
A.It makes the heart pump blood more efficiently.
B.It stops the blood from reaching the brain.
C.It makes the heart beat much slower than normal when running.
D.It has no effect on the heart.
- 8.
In a village, the water source is a common well. What is the most effective way for the villagers to make this water safe for drinking at home?
A.Adding some sugar to the water
B.Boiling the water for 10-15 minutes
C.Leaving the water in the sun for an hour
D.Filtering it through a thin cotton cloth only
- 9.
Pick the odd one out based on the nutrient group they belong to:
A.Butter
B.Ghee
C.Vegetable Oil
D.Spinach
- 10.
If you are preparing a 'Health Drink' at home for a growing child, which nutrient should be the most prominent after carbohydrates?
A.Fats
B.Proteins
C.Sugar
D.Salt
Download the worksheet for Food and Health - Healthy Habits to practice offline. It includes additional chapter-level practice questions.