Food we Eat - 1 Class 1 Worksheet EVS

Q1: Fill in the blanks with words from the boxes.

(i) Fruits and _____ keep us healthy.
(ii) We get food from plants and _____
(iii) _____ helps us grow.
(iv) Butter is a _____ product.
Ans: 
(i) Fruits and vegetables keep us healthy.
(ii) We get food from plants and animals.
(iii) Milk helps us grow.
(iv) Butter is a dairy product.

Edurev Tips:

• Fruit and vegetables are a good source of vitamins and minerals, including folate, vitamin C and potassium.
• Plants and animals are the main source of food for all the organisms on earth. Food obtained from animals is the main source of protein and includes fish, milk, meat, poultry, and cheese. Whereas plants provide us with fruits and vegetables, which are an important source of fibres, proteins and carbohydrates.
• Milk Helps us Grow as Calcium, vitamin D, phosphorus, and protein are necessary for growing strong bones and bodies.

• Anything made from the milk of mammals is considered dairy. Since butter is made from milk, it's a dairy product.

Q2: 

Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs).

(i) What is the main purpose of food?
(a) To make us sleepy
(b) To give us energy
(c) To make us laugh
(d) To make us run fast
Ans: (b)
We eat food to get energy for our bodies. It helps us do activities like playing, studying, and more.

(ii) Which food group includes items like bread, rice, and pasta?
(a) Fruits
(b) Vegetables
(c) Grains
(d) Meat

Ans: (c)
Grains provide us with energy. Foods like bread and rice belong to this group.

(iii) Which of these foods belongs to the dairy group?
(a) Carrots
(b) Milk
(c) Chicken
(d) Chips
Ans: (b)
Milk and milk products belong to the dairy group. They help make our bones and teeth strong.

(iv) What food group do oranges, apples, and bananas belong to?
(a) Protein
(b) Fruits
(c) Sweets
(d) Chips
Ans: (b)
Fruits are rich in vitamins and minerals that help keep us healthy.

(v) What food group provides us with proteins for growth?
(a) Grains
(b) Vegetables
(c) Meat and beans
(d) Sweets
Ans: (c)
Meat, beans, and nuts are good sources of protein that help our bodies grow and repair.

(vi) Our body needs 6-8 glasses of _____ a day.
(a) water
(b) cold drinks
(c) milk
Ans: (a)
Our body needs 6-8 glasses of water a day. In general, children and teens need about 6 to 8 cups of water a day.

(vii) We must drink a glass of _____ in the morning and evening.
(a) cold drinks
(b) water
(c) milk
Ans: (c)
We must drink a glass of milk in the morning and evening.

(viii) Some people eat meat as well as _____ products.
(a) dairy
(b) animal
(c) plant
Ans: (c)
Some people eat meat as well as plant products.

Animal Products

(ix) We get ghee from  _____
(a) curd
(b) milk
(c) plants
Ans: (b)
We get ghee from milk.

Q3: Match the columns.

Ans: 

Q4: True or False.

(ii) Carrots belong to the dairy group.
Ans: False - Carrots belong to the vegetable group.

(iii) Fruits give us vitamins and minerals.
Ans: True - Fruits are rich in vitamins and minerals that help us stay healthy.

(iv) Meat and beans are protein-rich foods.
Ans: True - Meat and beans are good sources of protein which is important for growth.

(v) Grains provide us with energy.
Ans: True - Grains like rice and bread give us energy to do various activities.

Q5: Short Answer Type Questions.

(i) How many meals do we eat in a day?
Ans: We have three meals a day: breakfast in the morning, lunch in the afternoon and dinner at night.

(ii) What do we call those people who eat plant products?
Ans: Vegetarians

(iii) Name any one meal eaten during the day.
Ans: Lunch

(iv) Why do we need food?
Ans: We need food to get energy for our bodies and to stay healthy. Food helps us grow, play, study, and do many other activities.

(v) Name two types of foods that belong to the dairy group.
Ans: Milk and cheese.

(vi) How do fruits help us?
Ans: Fruits provide us with vitamins and minerals that help keep our bodies healthy. They also give us energy.