Nutrition and Child Development Quiz

Sunshine, tuna, sardines, and fish liver oils are commonly found in which vitamin?

• Vitamin C

• Vitamin D

• Vitamin A

• Vitamin B12

Which of the following is a great source of carbohydrates?

• Fish

• Eggs

• Breads and cereals

• Chicken

What is a nutrient needed to help fight infection?

• Protein

• Fat

• Carbohydrates

• Fiber

What does the Body Mass Index (BMI) measure?

• Muscle strength

• Bone density

• Obesity

• Heart rate

What type of motor skills involve coordination of small muscle groups?

• Gross motor skills

• Fine motor skills

• Reflexes

• Balance skills

What are fontanels?

• Large muscles in the legs

• Soft spots on a baby's head

• Bones in the spine

• Joints in the arms

What is animism in children?

• Believing in magic

• Referring to people as animated or cartoon-ish

• Playing with toys

• Drawing pictures

When a child is having a temper tantrum, it is best to:

• Punish them quickly

• Remain calm

• Be assertive

• Ignore them

Most medical professionals recommend increasing vaccines at ____________.

• 4-6 years

• 4-6 months

• 14-16 years

• None are correct

A fine motor skill that a 4 year old would exhibit would be

• dresses and undresses themselves

• prints some letters

• using hands and fingers with great skill

• ties shoelaces