Understanding Teeth and Digestion

What is the main job of your molar teeth?

• Cutting food into small pieces

• Grinding and chewing food

• Tearing food apart

• Cleaning your tongue

Which type of teeth are at the front of your mouth and are used for biting food?

• Canines

• Molars

• Incisors

• Premolars

What is the first stage of the digestive process?

• Food is absorbed in the small intestine

• Food is chewed in the mouth

• Food is mixed with stomach acid

• Food is pushed into the large intestine

Which organ produces saliva to help break down food in your mouth?

• Liver

• Salivary glands

• Stomach

• Pancreas

How often should you brush your teeth to keep them healthy?

• Once a week

• Once a month

• Twice a day

• Every two days

Which of these is NOT part of the digestive system?

• Stomach

• Heart

• Small intestine

• Oesophagus

What is the main function of canine teeth?

• Grinding food

• Tearing food

• Absorbing nutrients

• Producing saliva

Why is it important to floss your teeth?

• To make your teeth whiter

• To remove food stuck between teeth

• To help you eat faster

• To make your breath smell like mint

Which organ is responsible for absorbing most of the nutrients from your food?

• Large intestine

• Stomach

• Small intestine

• Liver

What should you do after eating sugary foods to protect your teeth?

• Drink cold water

• Brush your teeth or rinse your mouth

• Eat more sugar

• Go to sleep