Olympiad Test Level 1: Food - Class 3 MCQ

Sugar is mainly extracted from sugarcane. The juice from sugarcane is processed to make sugar.

Grapes, Mango, and Dates can have natural sugars, but they are not the main sources of sugar production.

So, the correct answer is Sugarcane.

Egg is an animal product because it comes from animals, specifically birds like chickens.
Wheat, Maize, and Oats are all plant-based foods, so they are not animal products.
So the correct answer is - Egg.

A potato is an underground stem, not a root. It grows under the ground and stores food for the plant.
The part of the potato that we eat is a modified stem called a tuber.
So the correct answer is - Underground Stem.

Rice is an energy-yielding food because it is rich in carbohydrates, which provide energy to the body. Foods like rice, bread, and pasta are considered energy foods.
While milk, apple, and juice also provide nutrients, rice is specifically known for giving energy.
So the correct answer is - Rice.

Plasma is not a nutrient found in food. It is the liquid part of blood. On the other hand, Proteins, Fats, and Carbohydrates are all nutrients that
we get from food and are essential for our body’s energy, growth, and repair.
So the correct answer is - Plasma

Cereals, pasta, and rice are all rich in carbohydrates, which give us energy. When we eat these foods, our body breaks them down into sugar (glucose), which our body uses as fuel.

• Cereals, pasta, and rice are examples of carbohydrate-rich foods.
• Carbohydrates are important because they give us the energy we need to play, work, and stay active.

Other foods that have carbohydrates include bread, potatoes, and corn.

Roughage (also called fiber) is important for improving the digestive system.
It helps in moving food through the stomach and intestines, making digestion easier.
You can find roughage in foods like fruits, vegetables, and whole grains.
So the correct answer is Roughage.

Calcium is the mineral that helps in forming healthy bones and teeth.
It makes bones strong and helps teeth stay healthy. You can find calcium in foods like milk, cheese, and leafy vegetables.
So, the correct answer is - Calcium.

Cooking vessels can be made from iron, steel, or aluminium. These materials are used because:

• Iron is strong and holds heat well.
• Steel is strong and doesn’t rust easily.
• Aluminium is light and heats up fast.

All these materials are used to make cooking pots and pans.

Swimming is an activity you do in water, while the other options (Baking, Frying, and Steaming) are ways of cooking food.

Baking is cooking in the oven.

Frying is cooking in hot oil.

Steaming is cooking with steam from boiling water.

So, Swimming is the odd one out because it’s not related to cooking.

Strawberry Jam is obtained from plants. It is made from strawberries, which are fruits, along with sugar and sometimes pectin.
The other options (milk, egg, yogurt) are animal products.
So the correct answer is - Option D - Strawberry Jam.

Sugar and starch are both types of carbohydrates. Carbohydrates are a major source of energy for the body.
Sugar provides quick energy, while starch, which is found in foods like rice and potatoes, provides a slower, more sustained release of energy.
So, the correct answer is Carbohydrates.

• Milk is a nutritious liquid that is commonly given to young children.
• It is rich in calcium, which is essential for strong bones and teeth.
• Milk also contains proteins that help in muscle development and overall growth.
• Unlike tea or coffee, which are not suitable for young children, milk is safe and beneficial.
• Thus, it's a common morning drink for children like Abhinav to support their health.

Roughage is the type of fibre found in plant-based foods like fruits, vegetables, and grains.
It helps to push waste out of the body and keeps the digestive system healthy by aiding in digestion and preventing constipation.
So, the correct answer is Roughage, Digestive.

(i) Bread and Cereals provide energy to the body. – True. Bread and cereals are rich in carbohydrates, which give the body energy.

(ii) Citrus fruits are an excellent source of Vitamin A. – False. Citrus fruits are actually rich in Vitamin C, not Vitamin A.

(iii) Our lifestyle determines our food habits. – True. What we eat is often influenced by our lifestyle, such as work, culture, and availability of food.

(iv) Meat and milk are body-building foods. – True. Meat and milk are good sources of proteins, which help in building and repairing body tissues.

So, the correct answer is TFTT.

Option B is false because baking and steaming are cooking methods, not ways of cutting vegetables.
Cutting vegetables is done with knives or other tools, while baking and steaming are methods to cook food.
So, the correct answer is B.

Proteins are very important for the body because they help build and repair body tissues, like muscles and organs.
They also play a key role in many other functions, like creating enzymes and hormones.
So, the correct answer is Help to build and repair body tissues.

Chapati is made from wheat flour. It is a type of bread that people eat in many places.

Gram (chickpea) and Bajra (millet) are used for other types of bread, but chapati is mostly made with wheat flour.

So, the correct answer is Wheat.

A balanced diet means eating the right amount of healthy foods that give your body all the nutrients it needs, like vitamins, minerals, proteins, and energy.

Unessential foods and random foods don’t give the body the proper nutrients.

So, the correct answer is A combination of essential foods.

Pizza is not a milk product. While pizza may have cheese (a milk product) on top, the pizza itself is made from dough and other ingredients, not milk.

Ice-cream, Curd, and Cheese are all made from milk.

So, the correct answer is Pizza.