Chapter 1. Farmers

Introduction

Farmers Activity

Script by Stephen Sowulewski and Macmillan Higher Education

1.1 Module A: The Bread Aisle

Question

Match the words or claims on each loaf of bread to its correct meaning.

This description indicates that the bread will have a milder taste and texture and a lighter color, but it will still contain the components of a whole grain. This description indicates that all parts of the grain are present in the bread (endosperm, germ, and the bran). This description indicates that B vitamins and iron have been added back into refined grains. This claim denotes that there are at least 8 grams of whole grain in each serving of bread. This description indicates that the bran and most of the germ has been removed from the grain.

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1.1.1 Module A: The Bread Aisle

Question

Match the words or claims on each loaf of bread to its correct meaning.

	This description indicates that the bread is made from more than one type of grain. This description refers to the large part of the grain that contains the protein and carbohydrates. This description indicates that the food contains a full serving of whole grain. This description is often just a guise for molasses or caramel coloring. This description refers to the milling process.
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1.2 Module B: The Milk Aisle

Question

Match the milk type that best fits the description below.

This drink contains 0 grams of fat. This drink is hypo-allergenic, low in protein, and scores high on the Glycemic Index. This drink is rich in iron, magnesium, potassium, zinc, and vitamin B6. It also has fewer calories than whole milk. This drink contains the greatest amount of protein of the available options. This drink is rich in omega-3 fatty acids but contains less protein than cow’s milk or soy milk.

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1.2.1 Module B: The Milk Aisle

Question

Match the milk type that best fits the description below.

	This drink has the highest protein content of any non-dairy milk. This drink contains naturally occurring calcium, but it is low in protein. This drink is high in saturated fat with zero protein. This drink is a great source of complete protein and has highest caloric content of the available options. Studies rank this drink as better than water or sports drinks for rehydration after exercise.
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1.3 Module C: The Vegetable Aisle - Part A

Question

Match the vegetable that best answers the question below.

Jane learned that cruciferous vegetables contain antioxidants with cancer-fighting properties. Please help her select an example of a cruciferous vegetable. While none of the vegetables available contain many calories, John wants to select the vegetable with the very least amount. Which of these vegetables has the least calories per serving? Jane has read about beta-carotene and is interested in vegetables that provide them. Help her make the best choice. John is looking for a pre-biotic food source that will help him maintain digestive health. Which vegetable should he consider?

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1.3.1 Module C: The Vegetable Aisle - Part B

Question

Match the type of lettuce that best fits the description below.

	This salad green is noted for its crunch but lacks some nutrients compared to other greens. This salad green is a darker green and is high in vitamins A, C, and K. This salad green is rich in B vitamins and is also available as "hearts", which are the more tender leaves of the bunch. This salad green is often referred to as “spring mix” and contains more vitamin C than romaine.
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1.4 Module D: The Fruit Aisle

Question

Match the fruit that best answers the question below.

In her nutrition class, Jane has learned that a doughnut has about the same potential energy as a single serving of this fruit. John enjoys all of these fruits, but he wants to know which one would give him the most amount of fiber, since he needs at least 38 grams per day. Jane decides on _________ because there they are low on the glycemic index and a good source of fiber. John is looking to be more careful with his fat intake. Which one of the following fruits contains fat?

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1.5 Module E: The Seafood Aisle

Question

Match the fish that best answers the question below.

	This seafood is high in cholesterol. This seafood contains high levels of mercury (Hg). This seafood is a rich source of omega-3 fatty acids (DHA and EPA). This seafood contains more omega-6 than omega-3 fatty acids.
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1.6 Module F: The Meat Aisle