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AQA GCSE PE Test Quiz on Unit 9:Food and Diet, created by Cath Warriner on 21/08/2016.

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Unit 9:Food and Diet

Question 1 of 32

1

We need to consume food as it provides energy and fuel, helps the body grow and helps to repair injured tissues.

Select one of the following:

  • True
  • False

Explanation

Question 2 of 32

1

How many nutrients contribute to a balanced diet?

Select one of the following:

  • 5

  • 7

  • 6

  • 8

Explanation

Question 3 of 32

1

The following nutrients all give energy to the athlete, except:

Select one of the following:

  • Carbohydrates

  • Vitamins

  • Fats

  • Protein

Explanation

Question 4 of 32

1

There are three different types of carbohydrates.

Select one of the following:

  • True
  • False

Explanation

Question 5 of 32

1

Simple carbohydrates are starches which involve pasta and rice.

Select one of the following:

  • True
  • False

Explanation

Question 6 of 32

1

Carbohydrates are stored as glycogen in the following organs:

Select one of the following:

  • liver and kidneys

  • liver and muscles

  • kidney and muscles

Explanation

Question 7 of 32

1

Which of these athletes is least likely to have a 'pasta party' the night before an event?

Select one of the following:

  • Triathlete

  • Marathon runner

  • Cyclist

  • 100m sprinter

Explanation

Question 8 of 32

1

Which food would you not associate with carbohydrates?

Select one of the following:

  • Potatoes

  • Steak

  • Rice

  • Cereals

  • Pasta

Explanation

Question 9 of 32

1

Carbohydrates, fats and protein provide energy. Which food group will give you the most energy per gram?

Select one of the following:

  • Carbohydrates

  • Fats

  • Proteins

Explanation

Question 10 of 32

1

Which type of athlete would require a high protein diet?

Select one of the following:

  • Tour de France cyclist

  • 10,000m runner

  • 100m sprinter

Explanation

Question 11 of 32

1

Athletes will eat the following foods to get a good supply of protein, except:

Select one of the following:

  • Red meat

  • Cheese/eggs

  • Pulses

  • Rice

Explanation

Question 12 of 32

1

Proteins are used for growth, repair, energy and the efficient working of our tissues. Proteins are made of lactic acid.

Select one of the following:

  • True
  • False

Explanation

Question 13 of 32

1

The body needs essential amino acids in the form of our diet as the body cannot make them. How many essential amino acids does the body need?

Select one of the following:

  • 6

  • 7

  • 8

  • 9

Explanation

Question 14 of 32

1

There are two different types of fats, saturated and unsaturated. Saturated fats are the healthier type of fat.

Select one of the following:

  • True
  • False

Explanation

Question 15 of 32

1

The following fats are all unsaturated fats, except:

Select one of the following:

  • Fish

  • Plant products

  • Nuts

  • Beef

Explanation

Question 16 of 32

1

Too much fat can block arteries causing circulatory and heart problems.

Select one of the following:

  • True
  • False

Explanation

Question 17 of 32

1

Fats help the body with many vital functions. Which function is not related to fat?

Select one of the following:

  • Provides energy

  • Keeps the skin in good condition

  • Insulates the body

  • Strengthens bones

  • Cushions vital organs

  • Transports essential vitamins

Explanation

Question 18 of 32

1

How many categories of vitamins are there?

Select one of the following:

  • 1

  • 2

  • 3

  • 4

Explanation

Question 19 of 32

1

The following vitamins are all water soluble, except:

Select one of the following:

  • A

  • B

  • C

Explanation

Question 20 of 32

1

Scurvy involves swollen gums, fatigue and pain in the limbs and joints. Scurvy is a deficiency of which vitamin?

Select one of the following:

  • A

  • B

  • C

  • D

Explanation

Question 21 of 32

1

Which vitamin leads to a condition called rickets?

Select one of the following:

  • A

  • B

  • C

  • D

Explanation

Question 22 of 32

1

Fat soluble vitamins are vitamins A, D, E and K. They are taken into the body through animal products.

Select one of the following:

  • True
  • False

Explanation

Question 23 of 32

1

Osteoporosis is a result of the following mineral deficiency in the body.

Select one of the following:

  • Calcium

  • Iron

  • Sodium

Explanation

Question 24 of 32

1

Hypertension is high blood pressure which can lead to heart disease or a stroke. Which mineral causes hypertension?

Select one of the following:

  • Calcium

  • Iron

  • Sodium

Explanation

Question 25 of 32

1

Anaemia results from a lack of iron in the diet. This means there are less red blood cells carrying oxygen so the athlete has less energy and they often experience fatigue.

Select one of the following:

  • True
  • False

Explanation

Question 26 of 32

1

There are two different types of fibre. Soluble and insoluble fibre.

Select one of the following:

  • True
  • False

Explanation

Question 27 of 32

1

Sources of fibre come in many formats. Which food is not a good source of fibre?

Select one of the following:

  • Bread

  • Grains

  • Beans

  • Lentils

  • Fish

Explanation

Question 28 of 32

1

Which environmental injury is caused by a rapid loss of water?

Select one of the following:

  • Heat stroke

  • Dehydration

  • Hypothermia

Explanation

Question 29 of 32

1

Dehydration is increased through the following events, except:

Select one of the following:

  • Exercising in extreme heat

  • Exercising at a lower intensity than normal

  • Exercising in a humid environment

  • Exercising for a greater duration of time

Explanation

Question 30 of 32

1

Obesity is being extremely overweight, abnormally fat. What BMI figure is used to become classified as obese?

Select one of the following:

  • 20

  • 25

  • 30

  • 35

Explanation

Question 31 of 32

1

Obesity is associated with many medical conditions and can affect performance. Which of these statements is not true?

Select one of the following:

  • Increases strain on the joints

  • increases mobility

  • increases blood pressure

  • increases cholesterol levels

  • increases diabetes

Explanation

Question 32 of 32

1

Anorexia is an eating disorder associated with consuming too much food.

Select one of the following:

  • True
  • False

Explanation

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