Sports and Nutrition Class 12 MCQ Questions Part 2
Question 1.
Best source of omega 3 fatty acids are:
(a) corn oil
(b) wheat produces
(c) pork
(d) sardines
Answer:
(d) sardines
Question 2.
Total number of vitamins required by human body are:
(a) 13
(b) 12
(c) 11
(d) 10
Answer:
(a) 13
Question 3.
Main source of vitamin A is:
(a) carrot
(b) egg
(c) guava
(d) banana
Answer:
(a) carrot
Question 4.
Which vitamin is easily destroyed by heat and air?
(a) Vitamin K
(b) Vitamin C
(c) Vitamin D
(d) Vitamin A
Answer:
(b) Vitamin C
Question 5.
Which are the fat-soluble vitamins?
(a) A, B, D, E
(b) A, D, E, K
(c) E, K, B, C
(d) A, B, C, D
Answer:
(b) A, D, E, K
Question 6.
A diet high in saturated fats can be linked to which of the following?
(a) Kidney failure
(b) Bulimia
(c) Anorexia
(d) Cardiovascular disease
Answer:
(d) Cardiovascular disease
Question 7.
Food passes through the stomach directly by:
(a) the large intestine
(b) the small intestine’
(c) the heart
(d) the pancreas
Answer:
(b) the small intestine
Question 8.
According to the pyramid food guidance system, a person should obtain most:
(a) beef, chicken, and fish
(b) vegetables oils, nuts and fish
(c)fats, oils, and sweets
(d) milk, yogurt and cheese
Answer:
(b) vegetables oils, nuts and fish
Question 9.
Which food contains the most fat?
(a) Graham crackers
(b) Brownies
(c) Pudding
(d) Angel food cake
Answer:
(b) Brownies
Question 10.
How many servings of vegetables do we need each day?
(a) 6-11
(b) 2-3
(c) 3-5
(d) 1-2
Answer:
(c) 3-5
Question 11.
Which of the following nutrients is known as the sunshine vitamin?
(a) Vitamin C
(b) Vitamin A
(c)Vitamin K
(d) Vitamin D
Answer:
(d) Vitamin D
Question 12.
This nutrient is needed for a healthy immune system and strong connective tissue.
(a) Fiber
(b) Vitamin K
(c)Vitamin C
(d) Fluoride
Answer:
(c) Vitamin C
Question 13.
What type of fat should make up most of your fat intake for a healthy diet?
(a) Saturated fat
(b) Unsaturated fat
(c) Fat from animal products
(d) Trans fat
Answer:
(b) Unsaturated fat
Question 14.
Which of the following works with calcium to build strong bones:
(a) vitamin D
(b) vitamin C
(c) phosphorus
(d) iron
Answer:
(a) vitamin D ‘
Question 15.
Which of the following has the highest calorific value?
(a) Carbohydrates
(b) Vitamins
(c) Fat
(d) Protein
Answer:
(c) Fat
Question 16.
Which of the following metals is a constituent of vitamin B12?
(a) Vitamin C and A
(b) Vitamin A and D
(c) Vitamin C and D
(d) Vitamin B and C
Answer:
(b) Vitamin A and D
Question 17.
Which of the following is a water-soluble vitamin and hence is required to be taken every day?
(a) Vitamin D
(b) Vitamin C
(c) Vitamin K
(d) Vitamin A
Answer:
(b) Vitamin C
Question 18.
Washing of peeled vegetables removes the vitamin:
(a) R
(b) D
(c) C
(d) B
Answer:
(c) C
Question 19.
Which of the following is a rich source of omega-3 oils?
(a) Dairy products
(b) Cod-Liver oil
(c) Vegetables
(d) Wheat products
Answer:
(b) Cod-liver oil
Question 20.
Which of the following nutrients is needed for a healthy immune system?
(a) Calcium
(b) Iodine
(c) Vitamin K
(d) Vitamin C
Answer:
(d) Vitamin C
Question 21.
Besides carbohydrate, a major source of energy in our food is constituted by:
(a) proteins
(b) fats
(c)minerals
(d) vitamins
Answer:
(b) fats
Question 22.
The vitamin necessary for coagulation of blood is:
(a) Vitamin B
(b) Vitamin C
(c) Vitamin K
(d) Vitamin E
Answer:
(c) Vitamin K
Question 23.
Among the given nutrients, milk is a poor source of:
(a) calcium
(b) protein
(c) carbohydrate
(d) vitamin C
Answer:
(d) vitamin C
Question 24.
Department of agriculture’s daily food guide suggest that the fats, oils and sweets group be used………….
(a) once a week
(b) four times a day
(c) never on Sundays
(d) sparingly
Answer:
(d) sparingly
Question 25.
This nutrients is most important for healthy vision:
(a) vitamin K
(b) iron
(c) calcium
(d) vitamin A
Answer:
(d) vitamin A
Question 26.
This nutrient is needed for making hormones, healthier skin, and to make cell membranes:
(a) fat
(b) carbohydrate
(c) fiber
(d) vitamin B12
Answer:
(a) fat
Question 27.
Which of the following is a macro mineral?
(a) Iodine
(b) Iron
(c) Copper
(d) Calcium
Answer:
(d) Calcium
Question 28.
The excessive inkae of ……….. increases the blood cholesterol and thus increase the chances of heart diseases.
(a) carbohydrates
(b) fats
(c) proteins
(d) vitamins
Answer:
(b) fats
Question 29.
Which of these is not considered a nutrient?
(a) Vitamins
(b) Mineral
(c) Fiber
(d) Fats
Answer:
(c) Fiber
Question 30.
Human body needs vitamins and minerals because:
(a) they give the energy to body.
(b) they help carry out metabolic reactions.
(c) they develop the body’s orgAnswer:
(d) they withdraw heat from the body.
Answer:
(b) they help carry out metabolic reactions.
Question 31.
Which of the following is a micro nutrient?
(a) Fat
(b) Vitamins
(c) Carbohydrates
(d) Protein
Answer:
(b) Vitamins
Question 32.
The mineral ……………. is reQuestion uired for developing strong bones and teeth.
(a) potassium
(b) phosphorous
(c) sodium
(d) copper
Answer:
(b) phosphorous
Question 33.
Which of the following is a non-nutritive component of diet?
(a) Roughage
(b) Water
(c) Caffeine
(d) All of these
Answer:
(d) All of these
Question 34.
Which one of the following is not a micro nutrient?
(a) Flavour compounds
(b) Vitamins
(c) Iron
(d) Zinc
Answer:
(a) Flavour compounds
Question 35.
Deficiency of which one of the following micro-nutrients causes weakening of the muscles?
(a) Sodium
(b) Potassium
(c) Iodine
(d) Fluorine
Answer:
(b) Potassium
Question 36.
Sodium is needed for the proper functioning of the …………….
(a) thyroid function
(b) nervous system
(c) digestion system
(d) metabolism system
Answer:
(b) nervous system
Question 37.
The source of phosphorus is ………….
(a) fish
(b) meat .
(c) egg
(d) All of these
Answer:
(d) All of these
Question 38.
Which among the following minerals are essential for proper thyroid function?
(a) Calcium
(b) Iodine
(c) Zinc
(d) Copper
Answer:
(b) Iodine
Question 39.
Match List I with List II:
| List 1 | List II |
| (a) Iron | 1. Nervous system |
| (b) Sodium | 2. Hemoglobin |
| (c) Fluorine | 3. Strong bone |
| (d) Phosphorus | 4. Enamel |
Codes
A B C D A B C D
(a) 3 4 2 1
(b) 4 1 3 2
(c) 1 3 2 4
(d) 2 1 4 3
Answer:
(d) (A)-2,(B)-1, (C)-4, (D)-3
Question 40.
Almost one-fourth of our body is made up of…………….
(a) carbon
(b) water
(c) air
(d) nitrogen
Answer:
(b) water
Question 41.
Bone pain, nauseous and swelling are some common symptoms of ………..
(a) food nutrients
(b) micro nutrients
(c) macro nutrients
(d) food nutrients
Answer:
(d) food nutrients
Question 42.
You should eat fruits and vegetables because:
(a) they contain fiber, which helps keep your digestive system healthy.
(b) They gives you energy.
(c) They contain vitamins and minerals that help you stay healthy.
(d) All of the above
Answer:
(d) All of the above
Question 43.
Match the following:
| ListI | List II |
| (a) Protein | 1. Teeth and blood related disuse |
| (b) Water | 2. Growth of skin, nails, hair internal organs |
| (c) Colour compound | 3. 60-70% per cent of human body |
| (d) Dieting | 4. Male food appealing |
(a) A-2, B-3, C-4, D-1
(b) A-3, B-4, C-1, D-2
(c) A-4, B-1, C-3, D-2
(d) A-1, B-3, C-2, D-4
Answer:
(a) A-2, B-3, C-4, D-1
Question 44.
Match the following:
| ListI | List II |
| (a) Dryness | 1. Deficiency of calcium |
| (b) Anaemia | 2. Deficiency vitamin A |
| (c) Decreased bone density | 3. Lack of water during dieting |
| (d) Night blindness | 4. Deficiency iron |
(a) A-4, B-3, C-1, D-2
(b) A-3, B-4, C-1, D-2
(c) A-1, B-2, C-3, D-4
(d) A-4, B-3, C-2, D-1
Answer:
(b) A-3, B-4, C-1, D-2
Question 45.
Match the following:
| List I | List II |
| (a) Creates antibodies | 1. Fat |
| (b) Protects internal organs | 2. Calcium |
| (c) Essential for bones and teeth | 3. Iron |
| (d) Essential for creating hemoglobin | 4. Protein |
(a) A-4, B-1, C-2, D-3
(b) A-4, B-2, C-1, D-3
(c) A-1, B-2, C-3, D-4
(d) A-2, B-3, C-4, D-1
Answer:
(a) A-4, B-1, C-2, D-3
Question 46.
Match the following:
| List I | List II |
| (a) Carbohydrate | 1. Build internal organs |
| (b) Protein | 2. Provides energy to the body |
| (c) Fat | 3. Make cells soft and flexible |
| (d) Water | 4. Protect the soft organs |
(a) A-4, B-1, C-2, D-3
(b) A-2, B-1, C-4, D-3
(c) A-1, B-3, C-2, D-4
(d) A-2, B-3, C-4, D-1
Answer:
(b) A-2, B-1, C-4, D-3
Question 47.
…………. is the example of macromineral.
(a) Phosphorus
(b) Copper
(c) Iodine
(d) Iron
Answer:
(a) Phosphorus
Question 48.
Deficiency of which of the following leads to rickets?
(a) Iron
(b) Calcium
(c) Iodine
(d) Chromium
Answer:
(b) Calcium
Question 49.
What is the calorific value of water?
(a) 10 joules/calorie
(b) 0 joules/calorie
(c) 25 joules/calorie
(d) 100 joules/calorie
Answer:
(b) 0 joules/calorie
Question 50.
Which one of the following is not the example of macro iminerals?
(a) Sodium
(b) Potassium
(c) Iron
(d) Calcium
Answer:
(c) Iron
Question 51.
Which one of the given minerals plays an important role in the formation of hemoglobin?
(a) Iron
(b) Sulphur
(c) Phosphorus
(d) Sodium
Answer:
(a) Iron
Question 52.
What is the percentage of water in normal human body?
(a) 40-50
(b) 60-70
(c) 7D-80
(d) 80-90
Answer:
(b) 60-70
Question 53.
Mineral that the body needs to work properly is ……………
(a) calcium
(b) silver
(c) cold
(d) lead
Answer:
(a) calcium
Question 54.
Which of these is not considered a nutrient?
(a) Vitamins
(b) Minerals
(c) Fiber
(d) Fats
Answer:
(c) Fiber
Question 55.
Which of these is added to the food label because people sometimes don’t eat enough of this?
(a) Fat
(b) Calcium
(c) Sodium
(d) Cholesterol
Answer:
(b) Calcium
Question 56.
Which of the following food items is rich in iron?
(a) Rice
(b) Apple
(c) Pulses
(d) Orange
Answer:
(c) Pulses
Question 57.
A person suffering from high blood pressure should avoid foods which are rich in:
(a) Sodium
(b) Iodine
(c) Calcium
(d) Iron
Answer:
(a) Sodium
Question 58.
Which of the following food constituents is not digested but is still important for us?
(a) Vitamins
(b) Minerals
(c) Proteins
(d) Fibre
Answer:
(d) Fibre
Question 59.
Which one of the following mineral elements is required for muscle contraction?
(a) Calcium
(b) Iron
(c) Sodium
(d) Zinc
Answer:
(a) Calcium
Question 60.
Which one among the following minerals is essential for the transmission of nerve impulses the nerve fibers of human body?
(a) Calcium
(b) Cobalt
(c) Iodine
(d) Sodium
Answer:
(d) Sodium
Question 61.
Which one of the following is essential for preventing dental carries?
(a) Fluoride
(b) Iodine
(c) Iron
(d) Zinc
Answer:
(a) Fluoride
Question 62.
Which one among the following elements ions is essential in small Question uantities for development of healthy teeth but causes matting of the teeth if consumed is higher quantities?
(a) Iron
(b) Chloride
(c) Fluoride
(d) Potassium
Answer:
(c) Fluoride
Question 63.
Which of the following is healthy weight BMI for men?
(a) <18.5
(b) 18.5-24.9
(c) 25.0-29.9
(d) 35-39.9
Answer:
(b) 18.5-24.9
Question 64.
What does BMI measure?
(a) Body fat calculated on the basis of height and weight.
(b) The range of weight reQuestion uired to remain healthy.
(c) The amount of weight to be reduced to remain healthy.
(d) None of the above
Answer:
(a) Body fat calculated on the basis of height and weight.
Question 65.
If a person has a BMI of 29.2, the person is ………………
(a) underweight
(b) of normal weight
(c) overweight
(d) obese
Answer:
(c) overweight
Question 66.
Which of the following methods helps best in maintaining a healthy body weight?
(a) Leading an active lifestyle
(b) Missing at least one meal every day
(c) Eating snacks freQuestion uently but no meals
(d) Reducing calories drastically in food eaten
Answer:
(a) Leading an active lifestyle
Question 67.
What does BMI measure?
(a) Body fat calculated on the basis of height and weight.
(b) The range of weight reQuestion uired to remain healthy.
(c) The amount of weight to reduced to remain healthy.
(d) None of the above
Answer:
(a) Body at calculated on the basis of height and weight.
Question 68.
Match the following:
| List I | List II |
| A. Food Intolerance | 1. Loss in body weight |
| B. Food myths | 2. Vomiting |
| C. Dieting | 3. Healthy weight |
| D. BMI-24 | 4. Do not drink water during meals |
(a) A-4, B-1, C-2, D-3
(b) A-2, B-4, C-1, D-3
(c) A-2, B-1, C-4, D-C
(d) A-4, B-1, C-3, D-2
Answer:
(b) A-2, B-4, C-1, D-3
Question 69.
In which category BMI comes in BMI?
(a) Obesity II
(b) Over lead
(c) Obesity I
(d) Healthy weight
Answer:
(c) Obesity I
Question 70.
Methods to control healthy body weight:
(a) regular physical activity
(b) excessive water consumption
(c) freQuestion uent eating
(d) not taking balance diet
Answer:
(a) regular physical activity
Question 71.
Which of the following is not a pitfall of dieting?
(a) Eating too little
(b) Skipping breakfast every day
(c) Not performing normal exercises
(d) None of the above
Answer:
(d) None of the above.
Question 72.
Which is pot symptom of food intolerance?
(a) Fatigue
(b) Diarrhea
(c) Nausea
(d) Night blindness
Answer:
(d) Night blindness
Question 73.
Symptoms of headaches, vomiting, stomach pain, loose motion are seen in:
(a) food intolerance
(b) lack of vitamins
(c) food myths
(d) dieting
Answer:
(a) food intolerance
Question 74.
What do you mean by food intolerance?
(a) Difficulty in digesting a particular food
(b) Eating disorder
(c) Good eating habit
(d) Bad eating habit
Answer:
(a) Difficulty in digesting a particular food
Question 75.
Food intolerance can cause……….
(a) sudden increase in hunger
(b) nausea and stomach pain
(c) Both (a) and (b)
(d) Neither (a) nor (b)
Answer:
(b) nausea and stomach pain
Question 76.
Which amongst these is a food myth?
(a) Drinking while eating makes us fat
(b) Skipping meals reduces weight
(c) Both (a) and (b)
(d) None of the above
Answer:
(c) Both (a) and (b)
Question 77.
A common food myth is that ……………..
(a) zrinking water while taking meals keeps us slim
(b) fat free products will not help you lose weight
(c) eating potatoes regularly keeps us healthy
(d) None of the above
Answer:
(d) None of the above
Question 78.
How can you dispel any food myth?
(a) y conducting experiments in a laboratory
(b) On the basis of scientific knowledge
(c) By asking others
(d) None of the above
Answer:
(b) On the basis of scientific knowledge
Question 79.
Any food myth can be dispelled by which of the following way?
(a) By asking others
(b) On the basis of scientific knowledge
(c) Lab testing
(d) Both (b) and (c)
Answer:
(d) Both (b) and (c)
Question 80.
Partial or complete absence of the enzymes accountable for breaking down or absorbing the food elements causes …….
(a) food intolerance
(b) bulimia
(c) ADHD
(d) dieting
Answer:
(a) food intolerance
Question 81.
Disadvantage of dieting is/are:
(a) no change in body weight
(b) over body weight
(c) loss in body weight
(d) not achieving the required goal
Answer:
(c) loss in body weight