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1. 1.

   Multiple choice questions:

   1. It is a nutrient.
   2. _______________ are body-building nutrients.
   3. It is rich in carbohydrates.
   4. The saliva changes the starch of the food into _______________.
   5. The semi-solid waste is excreted through the _______________.
2. 2.

   True-False:

   1. Proteins are protective nutrients.
   2. Wheat is a source of carbohydrate.
   3. Vitamin K is not a type of vitamin.
   4. We should drink at least 8-10 glasses of water every day.
3. 3.

   Fill in the blanks:

   1. Meat is rich in _______________.
   2. _______________ give more energy than carbohydrates.
   3. We need vitamins and minerals in _______________ quantities.
   4. Cabbage is an important source of _______________.
   5. The process of removing water from food is called _______________.
4. 4.

   Match column A with column B:

   Column A	Column B
   1. soya bean	a. mineral
   2. potato	b. protein
   3. cheese	c. carbohydrate
   4. iron	d. fat

    

5. 5.

   What are nutrients? Name them.
6. 6.

   What do you mean by protective nutrients?