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Which subject	Food technology
What age group	Year or Grade 8
What topic	Meal planning
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Number of questions	10
Number of answers	10
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Year 8 Food Technology Quiz: Meal Planning

Instructions

Please answer the following questions related to meal planning. Each question is either a multiple-choice question or requires a brief answer. Good luck!

Questions

1. What is meal planning?

   • A structured approach to preparing meals in advance.
   • A method of cooking food without a recipe.
   • A way to eat snacks throughout the day.
   • A technique for decorating food plates.

2. Which of the following is a benefit of meal planning? A. Saves time during the week
   B. Increases cooking complexity
   C. Reduces food variety
   D. Eliminates the need for grocery shopping
   E. Increases food waste
   F. Makes meal preparation less enjoyable
   G. Limits nutritional intake
   H. Enhances cooking skills
   I. Encourages healthy eating habits
   J. Requires expensive ingredients

3. Which food group should be included in every meal?

   • Fruits and Vegetables
   • Sugars
   • Processed Snacks
   • Soft Drinks

4. What should you consider when planning meals for a family with dietary restrictions?

   • Personal preferences and favourite ingredients
   • The hobbies of each family member
   • Food marketing advertisements
   • Seasonal trends in food

5. Choose the best example of a balanced meal. A. Pizza, chips, and a cola
   B. Grilled chicken, quinoa, and steamed broccoli
   C. Cheeseburgers and fries
   D. Ice cream with chocolate syrup

6. What is the purpose of creating a shopping list based on your meal plan?

   • To increase impulse buys
   • To ensure only unhealthy food is purchased
   • To remember the ingredients needed for planned meals
   • To reduce the variety of foods bought

7. What role do portion sizes play in meal planning?

   • They help in budgeting for groceries only.
   • They can influence the nutritional balance of a meal.
   • They determine the recipe's cooking time.
   • They are not significant in meal planning.

8. Which of the following foods is a good source of protein? A. Apples
   B. Chicken
   C. Rice
   D. Carrots
   E. Bread
   F. Ice Cream
   G. Potato Chips
   H. Jelly
   I. Pasta
   J. Candy

9. When planning meals, why is it important to consider the cooking method?

   • It can affect the taste and texture of the food.
   • It has no impact on meal planning.
   • It is primarily a concern for professional chefs.
   • It allows for more sugar in meals.

10. What is the significance of including snacks in a meal plan?

    • Snacks should be avoided at all costs.
    • They can provide additional nutrients and energy between meals.
    • They can replace all main meals.
    • They are only important for dessert occasions.

End of Quiz

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