SS2 First Term Food and Nutrition Past Questions And Answers

 

Here they are;

Question: What is the primary function of carbohydrates in the body?

 

A) Provide energy

B) Build muscle

C) Regulate body temperature

D) Aid digestion

Answer: A) Provide energy

Question: Which vitamin is essential for proper blood clotting?

 

A) Vitamin A

B) Vitamin C

C) Vitamin K

D) Vitamin E

Answer: C) Vitamin K

Question: What is the main source of protein in a vegetarian diet?

 

A) Meat

B) Fish

C) Lentils

D) Eggs

Answer: C) Lentils

Question: What role do minerals play in the body?

 

A) Provide energy

B) Regulate body temperature

C) Build and maintain bones

D) Aid digestion

Answer: C) Build and maintain bones

Question: Which cooking method preserves the most nutrients in vegetables?

 

A) Boiling

B) Frying

C) Steaming

D) Grilling

Answer: C) Steaming

Question: What is the recommended daily intake of water for an average adult?

 

A) 1 liter

B) 2 liters

C) 3 liters

D) 4 liters

Answer: B) 2 liters

Question: Which food group is the primary source of vitamins and minerals?

 

A) Fruits and vegetables

B) Meat and poultry

C) Dairy products

D) Grains and cereals

Answer: A) Fruits and vegetables

Question: What is the function of fiber in the diet?

 

A) Provide energy

B) Regulate blood sugar levels

C) Aid digestion

D) Build muscle

Answer: C) Aid digestion

Question: Which nutrient is the body’s main source of long-term energy storage?

 

A) Protein

B) Carbohydrates

C) Fats

D) Vitamins

Answer: C) Fats

Question: What is the primary role of vitamins in the body?

 

A) Provide energy

B) Build muscle

C) Regulate body temperature

D) Facilitate chemical reactions

Answer: D) Facilitate chemical reactions.