Food we Eat - 1 Class 1 Worksheet EVS

Q1. Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)

(i) 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.

(ii) Which of these foods belongs to the dairy group?
(a) Carrots
(b) Milk
(c) Chicken
(d) Chips
Ans: (b)

Milk and milk products (like cheese, yogurt) belong to the dairy group. They help make our bones and teeth strong.

Dairy Products

(iii) 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.

(iv) 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.

Meat and Eggs are good sources of protein

(v) 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.

Q2. Fill in the Blanks

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.

Q3. Match the Column

Ans: 

Q4. Very 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.

Q5. Crossword Puzzle