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Chapter 12: Nutrition Throughout the Life Cycle

Chapter Test Practice

1
What period of time does the life cycle span?
A)From age two through adulthood.
B)The entire time from before birth through adulthood.
C)From infancy through the teen years.
D)From teen years through adulthood.
2
What is the period of time between conception and birth?
A)Prenatal
B)Natal
C)Fetal
D)Prefetal
3
What does the word specific mean?
A)elaborate
B)detailed
C)particular
D)general
4
What is NOT true about Folate?
A)It is found in fortified grain products and beans.
B)The body makes its own folate.
C)It is known as folic acid.
D)An inadequate amount of folate during pregnancy can lead to birth defects.
5
What would be defined as low birth weight?
A)Less than 6 pounds.
B)Less than 4 pounds.
C)Less than 6 pounds 4 ounces.
D)Less than 5 ½ pounds.
6
Which statement about breastfeeding is true?
A)It is easily digested and germ-free.
B)It is an economical, natural way to feed babies.
C)It contains important nutrients as well as antibodies
D)All of the above.
7
Which of the following statements is NOT true?
A)A baby's bottle should neverbe warmed in a microwave oven.
B)Plain cow's milk is a good substitute for mother's milk
C)Sipping a bottle in bed can lead to tooth decay.
D)Most formulas contain modified, enriched non-fat cow's milk.
8
What is the term for wanting just one food for a while?
A)Food jag.
B)Fad diet.
C)Crash diet.
D)Eating disorder.
9
What might NOT be an appropriate snack for a three-year-old?
A)crackers
B)raw carrot slices
C)small cubes of cheese
D)grape halves
10
What is the La Leche League?
A)A nonprofit organization that offers free milk to the elderly.
B)An organization that offers free milk to mothers.
C)A nonprofit organization that offers information and support to breast-feeding mothers.
D)An organization that offers nutrition advice to adults.
11
Which of the following is NOT an example of a nourishing after-school snack?
A)Tortilla chips and salsa
B)Fruit and yogurt smoothie.
C)Doughnut and chocolate milk
D)Peanut butter and apple slices
12
What are the MyPyramid guidelines for calorie needs for a 10-year-old child?
A)2,000 calories
B)Above 2,000 calories
C)1,800 calories
D)1,200 calories
13
What is stored in bones to make them strong?
A)Calcium.
B)Potassium.
C)Iron.
D)Folic acid.
14
What nutrient do teen-age females especially need to avoid getting anemia?
A)Zinc.
B)Calcium.
C)Potassium.
D)Iron.
15
Which statement about adult nutrition is NOT true.
A)Adults need less energy for basal metabolism as they get older.
B)Nutrient and energy needs stay basically the same during the adulthood stages.
C)Adults should also choose nutrient-dense foods from different food groups.
D)Adults who eat well and stay active earlier in life are more likely to be healthy and active later.
16
What types of things can older adults do to retain their independence?
A)Cook meals ahead and freeze them for later.
B)Take advantage of community services that offer help with meal preparation.
C)Buy convenience foods.
D)All of the above.
17
Which of the following might be a way to make the family meal more enjoyable?
A)have a no-phone policy during the meal.
B)watch TV while eating
C)have everyone eat at different times
D)bring all family grievances to the table
18
Which of the following might from whom food banks can receive contributions?
A)restaurants
B)individuals
C)community groups
D)All of the above
19
Which government program helps people with limited incomes buy food at grocery stores and farmers' markets?
A)Food banks
B)Meals on Wheels
C)Food Stamp Program
D)Community kitchens
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