Channabasaveshwara Institute of

Technology
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INTERNAL ASSESSMENT TEST II

Course Title Scientific Foundations of Health Date/Session 27/02/22/AN Category

Course Code 22SFH18 Duration 1 Hours AEC

Targeted COs Maximum Marks 50

Batch Year Semester Academic Year Prepared by Number of credits

2022-26 First I 2022-2023 Dr. Umesh 01

DEPT EEE SECTION A&B

Note : Answer All Questions

1. Which of the following processes are important in explaining obesity?

a. food environment b. physical activity c. individual psychology d. all of these

2.Obesity is caused by an increase in ______.

a. Adiposity b. epidosity c. ediposity d. apidosity
3. In Restricted Type anorexia nervosa, self-starvation is NOT associated with whichof the following?
a. Concurrent purging (self-inducing vomiting or use of laxatives) b. Socialising
c Body dysmorphic issues d Eating only certain food types

4. In Binge-Eating/Purging Type anorexia nervosa, self-starvation is associated with:

a Not eating to help control weight gain b Not being bothered about weight
gain c Regularly engaging in purging activities to help control weight gain d Eating only certain food
types

5. In Bulimia nervosa, the non purging sub-type, a behavior used to compensate for bingeing is a
Exercise & Excessive fasting b. Controlling intake of certain food types c.
Withdrawing from social interaction d. Controlling carbohydrate intake

6. Individuals with bulimia have a lack of control over their eating behavior, and report oftenly
a.High levels of self-disgust b.Low self-esteem c.High levels of depression d.All of the above

7. Which of the following figure represents the prevalence of binge-eating disorder in general
population?
a 1-3% b 5-10% c 15-18% d 7-9%

8. Pick one of the following familial factors that plays a role in the development of eating disorders?
 a. Parental attitudes to cell phone b Parental obesity c
Parental attitudes to the media d Parental attitudes to education

PTO….
9. Body dissatisfaction is associated with triggering bouts of: a Purging b Bingeing c
Dieting d Shopping

10.Which of the following is a prominent characteristic of individuals with eating disorders?

a High self esteem b Low self esteem c High levels of responsibility d Narcissism

11.Anorexia and bulimia are frequently comorbid with major depression, thus eatingdisorders have
tended to be treated pharmacologically with which of the following? a Antipsychotics b
Antibiotics c Antihistamine d Antidepressants

12.One of the most common treatments for eating disorders is: a Electro-convulsive therapy
b Medication c Family therapy d Aversion therapy

13.A substance needed by the body for growth, energy, repair and maintenance is called
a nutrient b carbohydrate c calorie d fatty acid

14. According to the MyPyramind food guidance system, a person should obtain most of their fat from
a beef, chicken, & fish b:vegetables oils, nuts,& fish c:fats, oils, &sweets d: milk, yogurt, and cheese

15.This food group is our body’s best source of energy?

a. Meat Group b fats,oils and sweets c. breads and cereals d milk and cheese

16.The bread, cereal, rice and pasta group is a good source of _______?
a. carbohydrate b. vitamin C c. calcium d. vitamin D

17.The milk, cheese & yogurt group are important for

a strong bones b teeth c muscles d all of the above

18.Eggs, milk, and meat are usually classified as good sources of

a carbohydrates. b protein. c fat. d vitamins

19.Food allergies: a Are avoidable if the allergic agents are not allowed to
exceed specified limits b Are a form of food intolerance
c Usually occur only after an individual has been sensitized by prior exposure
d Are uncomfortable but generally of little medical concern

20.What is the best method to estimate changes in body fat during weight loss?
a BMI b DXA c Four-compartment model d MRI

21.What are the functions of dietary fat?

a Provide energy to the body b Form part of cellular membranes c Cell signaling d All are correct

22.What is leptin resistance?

a Deficiency of leptin caused by a mutation in the leptin gene
b Lack of leptin release from the adipose tissue c High
concentrations of leptin without reduction in energy intake d Low
concentrations of leptin with increased energy intake

23.What is the definition of overweight?

a BMI > 25 kg/m2 b BMI = 25 kg/m2 c BMI 25-29.9 kg/m2 d BMI 25-30 kg/m2

24.Which of the following diseases does obesity increase the risk of developing? a Type 2
diabetes b Cancer c Cardiovascular disease d All of the options given are correct

25.A diet high in saturated fats can be linked to which of the following? a
kidney failure b bulimia c anorexia d cardiovascular disease

26. Which of these is NOT considered a nutrient?

a. vitamins b minerals c fiber dfats

27.How many servings of vegetables do we need each day?

a 6-11 b. 2-3 c 3-5 d. 1-2

28.Which of the following is the best source for omega-3 fatty acids?
a Corn oil b Wheat products c Pork d Fish

29.Which of the following refers to vegetable olls chemically converted to a solid form?
a Polyunsaturated fats b Unsaturated fats c Trans fats d Monounsaturated fats.

30.What benefits are there in eating a balanced diet?

a Good health b Good mood and energy c Improved health and reduced illness d All of the
above.

31. "Nutritional" means:

a Tastes really good. b Containing necessary substances for the body to grow and stay
healthy. c Tastes really bad. d Is mostly green.

32 The milk, cheese & yogurt group are important for ________?
a Strong Bones b Teeth c Muscles d All Of The Above

33 A person suffering from high blood pressure should avoid foods which are rich in a
Sodium b Iodine c Calcium d Iron

34.A person's ratio of fat to lean muscle is known as a body composition b body
mass index c muscle mass. d percent body fat.

35.People who successfully maintain a healthy weight are most likely to do which of the following?
a Skip meals b Limit eating junk food to weekends only
c Eat high-volume but low-caloric density foods d Drink diet sodas

36.To lose weight, a person must a consume more calories than are expended. b
put the body into a state of ketosis.
c establish a set point. d expend more calories than are consumed.
 37.All of the following statements about BMI are true EXCEPT a BMI is based on height
and weight measurements. b Very low and very high BMI measurements are associated
with increased risk of mortality.
c BMI stands for body mass index. d BMI is accurate measure for all body
types, including athletes with a of muscle mass.

38. Excess body fat that is not essential to normal body functioning is
a hypertrophied fat b storage fat c essential fat d abdominal fat

PTO…..
39. A person whose body weight is ore than 20% above the recommended level is categorized as
a overweight b obese c slightly obese d morbidly obese.

40.Leptin is a hormone that plays a role in signaling the brain that a the body
is in need of food b the body's need for food has been satisfied. c the body
has produced an allergic response to a food that was consumed. d the body
is becoming dehydrated.

41,The set point theory holds that a most people have a body weight goal that they
would like to achieve. b people usually stop eating once they feel full. c the body has
an internal thermostat that fights to maintain weight within a certain range. d the body's
metabolic rate can be increased by severely reducing caloric intake.

42.The physiological response to the body's need for food is

a hunger b appetite c thermogenesis d satiety

43.The hormone ghrelin is known as the

a glucose regulator b fat-burning hormone c hunger hormone d satiety signal

44.The success rate of maintaining weight loss is highest when a person continues good eating habits
and incorporates
a liposuction b exercise c dietary supplements d counseling

45.A condition characterized by excessive numbers of fat cells in the body is

a hypothyroidism b hypertrophy. c hyperplasia. d hypoglycemia.

46.What causes obesity? a Genetics b Poor eating habits c Lack of

physical activity d All of the above

47.Which of these serious health problems has been linked to obesity? a Type 2
diabetes b Heart disease& Stroke c High blood pressure d All of the above

48. Which vitamin is good for eyes?

a. Vitamin D b Vitamin K c. Vitamin A d Vitamin B12

49. What are the general sleep requirements for an adult?

a. 8 to 12 hours b. 12 to 14 hours c. 7 to 9 hours. d. 9-10 hours

50. An apple a day

 a. keeps the doctor away b. keeps all the troubles away
c. keeps you awake whole day d. keeps you in hungry

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