Grade 5 End of Term Science Test

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Read the following questions carefully then answer using complete sentences.

Section 1: Food Groups
  1. What are the six food groups?
  2. Can you name at least two foods from each food group?
  3. How can eating a variety of foods from each food group benefit your health?
Section 2: Nutrients
  1. What are nutrients and why are they important for good health?
  2. Can you name five nutrients that are important for good health and what they do for the body?
  3. What are some good sources of each of the following nutrients:

a. Protein            b. Carbohydrates             c. Fiber                d. Vitamins                        e. Minerals

Section 3: Balanced Diet
  1. What is a balanced diet?
  2. What are some key components of a balanced diet?
  3. How can you tell if your diet is balanced?
Section 4: Healthy Eating Habits
  1. Why is it important to eat breakfast every day?
  2. Why is it important to limit the amount of added sugars in your diet?
  3. What are some healthy snack options that you could have during the day?
  4. How can you make healthier choices when eating out at a restaurant?
  5. How can you plan healthy meals and snacks for the week ahead?
Section 5: Short Answer
  1. What are some benefits of eating a balanced diet?
  2. What are some common nutrient deficiencies and how can they be prevented?
  3. What are some strategies for reducing food waste and being more environmentally conscious with your food choices?

I hope these questions help you create an effective end-of-term exam paper for grade 5 on nutrition!

Please also see exam/test papers on the following topics:

Grade 5 Science – Performance Task

Grade 6 Exam/Test Paper : Term 2 Unit 1

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