Vegetable Knowledge Quiz

Which of the following is a dark green vegetable?

• Carrots

• Broccoli

• Corn

• Eggplant

How many cups of vegetables should girls aged 9 to 13 eat each day?

• 1 cup

• 2 cups

• 2½ cups

• 3 cups

What is the recommended serving size for most vegetables?

• ½ cup

• 1 cup

• 1½ cups

• 2 cups

What is an example of a vegetable that can be eaten raw, cooked, canned, or frozen?

• Iceberg lettuce

• Plantains

• Navy beans

• Acorn squash

Which vitamin in vegetables helps protect your eyes and skin?

• Vitamin B

• Vitamin D

• Vitamin A

• Vitamin K

What mineral in vegetables helps your organs, muscles, and nerves to function properly?

• Calcium

• Iron

• Potassium

• Magnesium

Why should vegetarians eat foods from the beans and peas group?

• They are low in protein.

• They are part of the fruit group.

• They contain a lot of protein.

• They are high in sugar.

What is a healthier alternative to frying potato strips for French fries?

• Boiling them

• Baking them

• Grilling them

• Steaming them

What is one way to ensure you eat vegetables from each of the five vegetable groups?

• Eat only green vegetables.

• Eat vegetables that are several different colors.

• Eat only root vegetables.

• Eat only leafy vegetables.

Which vitamin in vegetables helps keep your teeth and gums healthy?

• Vitamin E

• Vitamin C

• Vitamin B12

• Vitamin D