MCQ | NCERT Class 9 Science | Chapter 3: Mindful Eating: A Path to a Healthy Body
Q1. What is the main purpose of eating food?
(a) To satisfy our taste only
(b) To provide energy and nutrients needed by the body
(c) To increase the amount of food we eat
(d) To avoid physical activity
Answer: (b) To provide energy and nutrients needed by the body
Q2. Which of the following is an important nutrient present in food?
(a) Protein
(b) Plastic
(c) Glass
(d) Sand
Answer: (a) Protein
Q3. Which nutrient is mainly needed for growth and repair of body tissues?
(a) Proteins
(b) Vitamins
(c) Water
(d) Minerals
Answer: (a) Proteins
Q4. Which nutrients are an important source of energy for our body?
(a) Carbohydrates and fats
(b) Vitamins and minerals
(c) Water and minerals
(d) Fibre and water
Answer: (a) Carbohydrates and fats
Q5. Which nutrient provides a concentrated source of energy?
(a) Fat
(b) Water
(c) Fibre
(d) Minerals
Answer: (a) Fat
Q6. Which of the following foods is generally rich in carbohydrates?
(a) Rice
(b) Salt
(c) Lemon
(d) Water
Answer: (a) Rice
Q7. Which of the following is a good source of protein?
(a) Pulses
(b) Sugar
(c) Salt
(d) Water
Answer: (a) Pulses
Q8. Why are vitamins and minerals important for our body?
(a) They help maintain good health and support various body functions
(b) They provide all the energy needed by the body
(c) They replace water in the body
(d) They are needed only for taste
Answer: (a) They help maintain good health and support various body functions
Q9. Which nutrient is essential for maintaining proper hydration of the body?
(a) Water
(b) Protein
(c) Fat
(d) Carbohydrate
Answer: (a) Water
Q10. What is dietary fibre?
(a) A component of food that helps in proper digestion
(b) A type of vitamin
(c) A type of mineral
(d) A source of artificial flavour
Answer: (a) A component of food that helps in proper digestion
Q11. Which of the following foods is a good source of dietary fibre?
(a) Fruits and vegetables
(b) Sugar
(c) Butter
(d) Cooking oil
Answer: (a) Fruits and vegetables
Q12. What is meant by a balanced diet?
(a) A diet containing only one type of food
(b) A diet containing all essential nutrients in suitable amounts
(c) A diet containing only fruits
(d) A diet containing only carbohydrates
Answer: (b) A diet containing all essential nutrients in suitable amounts
Q13. Why should we eat a variety of foods?
(a) Different foods provide different nutrients
(b) All foods contain exactly the same nutrients
(c) It makes food unnecessary
(d) It removes the need for water
Answer: (a) Different foods provide different nutrients
Q14. Which of the following is an example of a healthy eating habit?
(a) Eating a variety of nutritious foods
(b) Skipping every meal
(c) Eating only fried foods
(d) Avoiding fruits and vegetables
Answer: (a) Eating a variety of nutritious foods
Q15. Why is breakfast important?
(a) It can provide energy and nutrients after the night’s fast
(b) It replaces all other meals
(c) It removes the need for water
(d) It should contain only sweets
Answer: (a) It can provide energy and nutrients after the night’s fast
Q16. What does mindful eating mean?
(a) Eating while paying attention to what, how and why we eat
(b) Eating as quickly as possible
(c) Eating without noticing the food
(d) Eating only when others are eating
Answer: (a) Eating while paying attention to what, how and why we eat
Q17. Which habit is associated with mindful eating?
(a) Eating slowly and paying attention to the food
(b) Eating while rushing
(c) Ignoring hunger and fullness signals
(d) Eating without chewing properly
Answer: (a) Eating slowly and paying attention to the food
Q18. Why should food be chewed properly?
(a) It helps in digestion
(b) It increases the amount of food
(c) It removes all nutrients
(d) It makes water unnecessary
Answer: (a) It helps in digestion
Q19. Which of the following can help maintain good health?
(a) A balanced diet and regular physical activity
(b) Eating only sugary foods
(c) Avoiding water
(d) Skipping meals regularly
Answer: (a) A balanced diet and regular physical activity
Q20. Which food group commonly provides vitamins and minerals?
(a) Fruits and vegetables
(b) Sugar and sweets
(c) Oils only
(d) Salt and sugar only
Answer: (a) Fruits and vegetables
Q21. What may happen if our diet lacks an essential nutrient for a long time?
(a) The body may develop a deficiency disease or health problem
(b) The body becomes stronger automatically
(c) No change can ever occur
(d) We no longer need other nutrients
Answer: (a) The body may develop a deficiency disease or health problem
Q22. Which of the following is a good practice for maintaining food hygiene?
(a) Washing hands before eating
(b) Eating food with dirty hands
(c) Leaving food uncovered for a long time
(d) Drinking unsafe water
Answer: (a) Washing hands before eating
Q23. Why should we avoid eating too much junk food?
(a) It may provide excessive amounts of certain nutrients while lacking a balanced variety of nutrients
(b) It always contains no energy
(c) It is always made only of vegetables
(d) It completely replaces the need for a balanced diet
Answer: (a) It may provide excessive amounts of certain nutrients while lacking a balanced variety of nutrients
Q24. Which of the following shows a mindful approach to food?
(a) Choosing food by considering its nutritional value
(b) Choosing food only because of its colour
(c) Eating without noticing how much we eat
(d) Always choosing the sweetest food
Answer: (a) Choosing food by considering its nutritional value
Q25. What is the key idea behind mindful eating?
(a) Eating more food at every meal
(b) Being aware of our food choices and eating habits to support good health
(c) Avoiding all foods that taste good
(d) Eating only one type of food
Answer: (b) Being aware of our food choices and eating habits to support good health
