Food Classification Quiz

What is the main purpose of food classification systems?

• To increase food production

• To help understand balanced nutrition

• To classify foods by taste

• To rank foods by price

Which group in the Basic Four provides mainly energy, protein, B-vitamins, and minerals?

• Milk Products and Animal Foods

• Vegetables and Fruits

• Cereals, Millets and Pulses

• Oils, Fats, Nuts and Oilseeds

According to ICMR's Basic Five, which food group is rich in carotenoids and vitamin C?

• Pulses and Legumes

• Fruits and Vegetables

• Fats and Sugars

• Milk and Meat Products

In balanced diet planning, which foods should be consumed sparingly?

• Cereals and Pulses

• Fruits and Vegetables

• Oils and Sugars

• Animal Foods

What significant update did the 'My Plate' model introduce compared to earlier pyramids?

• Added more food groups

• Visual meal proportions divided into plate quadrants

• Removed all fruits and vegetables

• Focused only on grains

Which country published the first food pyramid in 1974?

• USA

• Japan

• Sweden

• India

In the My Plate model, what portion of the plate should be grains?

• Half

• One third

• Quarter (25%)

• None

The Basic Eleven food classification includes which additional items not in the Basic Four?

• Only cereals and pulses

• Eggs, fish, spices and condiments

• Only milk products

• None

Which group from the Basic Four is a key source of fat-soluble vitamins?

• Cereals, Millets and Pulses

• Vegetables and Fruits

• Oils, Fats, Nuts and Oilseeds

• Milk Products and Animal Foods

What does the My Plate guide emphasize about fruits and vegetables?

• Eat them rarely

• Should make up half the plate

• Replace grains entirely

• Only have them as juice