Nutrition and Food Pyramid Quiz

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What is the primary purpose of using plausible distractors in multiple choice questions?

To challenge students with complex and unrelated content.

To ensure that the correct answer is obvious.

To confuse students and make the test difficult.

To test students on common misconceptions they might have. (correct)

Which of the following is a characteristic of a well-constructed stem in a multiple choice question?

It should include negative phrasing to mislead students.

It should be filled with irrelevant details.

It should suggest multiple answers to confuse the test-taker.

It should present a clear and definite problem. (correct)

What should be avoided when creating options for multiple choice questions?

Using plausible but incorrect options.

Including 'all of the above' as a choice. (correct)

Providing hints about the correct answer in the options. (correct)

Making options mutually exclusive.

Why is it important that options in a multiple choice question are mutually exclusive?

To prevent overlap and ensure clarity in responses. Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following statements about correct answers in multiple choice questions is true?

The correct answer should be relevant to the question and best support the stem. Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary nutrient recommended for adolescents to support strong bones and teeth?

Calcium Signup and view all the answers

What are the daily protein requirements for girls aged 13-15?

63 grams Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following eating disorders is characterized by episodes of excessive eating followed by compensatory behaviors?

Bulimia Nervosa Signup and view all the answers

What sign is associated with undernutrition?

Swollen stomach Signup and view all the answers

Which type of malnutrition is characterized by symptoms such as obesity and heart problems?

Over Nutrition Signup and view all the answers

What is the recommended daily intake of fiber for adolescents?

20-35 grams Signup and view all the answers

What is the main source of energy for the body?

Carbohydrates Signup and view all the answers

Which nutrient is essential for carrying oxygen in the blood?

Iron Signup and view all the answers

What primary function does the music of Mindoro serve?

To communicate with spirits Signup and view all the answers

Which musical form is characterized by a seven-syllable poetic structure in Mindoro?

Ambahan Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary characteristic of Cordillera vocal music?

Melismatic phrases Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following instruments is NOT traditionally associated with Palawan music?

Gimbal Signup and view all the answers

Which aspect significantly influences the music of Palawan?

Cultural diversity Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of the Balitaw in Visayan music?

To engage in song-and-dance debates Signup and view all the answers

Which instrument is part of the Rondalla Ensemble?

Bandurria Signup and view all the answers

What describes the musical meter commonly found in Cordillera music?

Free meter Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following instruments is typically used in Palawan music?

Saggeypo Signup and view all the answers

What does the Kalinga lullaby Owiwi primarily express?

A mother's affection Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary purpose of the balitaw in Visayan culture?

To depict love and marriage Signup and view all the answers

Which instrument is considered the largest in the rondalla ensemble?

Bajo de arco Signup and view all the answers

What is the significance of the Moriones Festival in Marinduque?

It reenacts the life and death of Jesus Christ Signup and view all the answers

In which region is the Tingkop Basket primarily produced?

Palawan Signup and view all the answers

Which vocal style is classified as a court song?

Rosas Pandan Signup and view all the answers

What material is prominently featured in the making of barong tagalogs?

Sinamay Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is a characteristic of the marble industry in Romblon?

Creating high-quality marble products Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary focus of nutrition during health crises such as pandemics?

A balanced diet for immunity Signup and view all the answers

Which festival is known as the 'mother of all festivals' in the Philippines?

Ati-Atihan Signup and view all the answers

What is the unique feature of the Manunggul Jar found in Palawan?

It has curvilinear designs Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Nutrition

Nutrition pertains to the nourishment or energy obtained from food consumed. A healthy body is obtained from proper nutrients and can result from eating the right kind of food.
Good nutrition is always important, especially now during the pandemic, because a well-balanced diet of nutritious foods help support a strong immune system.

Food Pyramid

Grain foods include breads, pasta, noodles, cereals, rice, corn, quinoa, polenta, oats, and barley. These foods give you the energy you need to grow, develop, and learn. Grain foods with a low glycemic index like wholegrain pasta and breads will give you longer-lasting energy and feeling fuller for longer.
Fruits and vegetables give you energy, vitamins, antioxidants, fiber, and water. They help to protect you against diseases later in life like heart disease, stroke, and some cancers.
Key dairy foods are milk, cheese, and yogurt. These foods are high in calcium and reach peak bone mass and build more calcium to help you reach peak. In puberty, you need different kinds of dairy each day. For example to have strong bones for life. So, encourage yourself to have different kinds of dairy each day.
Protein-rich foods include lean meat, fish, chicken, eggs, beans, lentils, chickpeas, tofu, and nuts. These are important for your growth and muscle development, especially during the adolescence stage. These protein-rich foods also have other vitamins and minerals like iron and omega-3 fatty acids, which are particularly important during your adolescence period.
Good nutrition is very important in enhancing your quality of life and in preventing diseases. It provides you with the needed calories and nutrients for your maximum energy and wellness.
Calcium - It's the nutrient that helps make strong bones and teeth. It's most important during the growing years when bones are building. Adolescents, ages 10-18 have calcium requirements of 1000 milligrams per day.
Protein - Every cell in the body is made of protein, which makes this major nutrient essential for healthy growth and development. Protein is in animal products such as dairy, eggs, fish and meat. Boys, ages 13-15, need 71 grams of protein daily while girls need 63 grams daily.
Iron - An essential mineral that carries oxygen in the blood and helps keep kids energized. Iron is important for proper functioning of cells and for resistance to infections. Boys, ages 13-15, need 20 milligrams of protein daily while girls need 20 milligrams daily.
Fiber - Indigestible complex carbohydrates found in the tough parts of vegetables, fruits and grains. To stay healthy, you have to eat 20-35 grams of fibers daily.
Carbohydrates - Are mainly sugars and starches that the body breaks down into glucose, a simple sugar that is your body's main source of energy. Boys, ages 13-14, need 2800 kilocalories of carbohydrates daily while girls need 2250 kilocalories daily.

Malnutrition

Malnutrition - It occurs when a person gets little or too much nutrient beyond the needed requirements from them to intake daily.
There are two types of malnutrition
Under Nutrition
Over Nutrition
There are also three types of eating disorders
Anorexia Nervosa
Bulimia Nervosa
Binge Eating

Micronutrient Deficiency

Micronutrient Deficiency - is a lack of essential in vitamins and minerals that are required to sustain the needed food in a daily diet.

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Test your knowledge on nutrition and the food pyramid! This quiz covers essential concepts about how different food groups contribute to a healthy diet, especially during times when maintaining a strong immune system is crucial. Discover the importance of grains, fruits, vegetables, and dairy in nourishing the body.