The Digestive System

Topic.1. Breakfast

Q.1: Fill in the Blanks

1. Breakfast is often referred to as the most important _________ of the

day.
2. A balanced breakfast provides essential _________ such as
vitamins, minerals, and fiber.
3. Eating a healthy breakfast can help control weight by reducing
_________ later in the day.
4. After a night's sleep, the body is in a _________ state.
5. A _________ breakfast can set the tone for making smart eating
choices throughout the day.

Q.2:Short Answer

1. Why is breakfast considered the most important meal of the day?

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2. How does a healthy breakfast improve cognitive function?

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3. What are some typical items included in a Western breakfast?

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Q.3: True or False

Statements True or False

1. Breakfast is not necessary for boosting energy
levels. (False)

2. Skipping breakfast can help in weight

management. (False)

3. A continental breakfast usually includes eggs and

bacon. (False)

4. Breakfast improves brain function, affecting

memory and concentration. (True)

Q.4: Multiple Choice

1. What does a healthy breakfast help to boost after a night's sleep?

A. Fat levels
B. Energy levels
C. Stress levels
D. None of the above
2. Which of the following is a common item in an Asian breakfast?

A. Cereal
B. Rice
C. Pastries
D. Bacon

3. What happens to food in the stomach?

A. It is turned into chyme

B. It is absorbed into the bloodstream
C. It is converted into energy immediately
D. It stays unchanged

4. Which part of the digestive system is responsible for absorbing

nutrients?

A. Mouth
B. Stomach
C. Small intestine
D. Large intestine

Additional Questions
1. Describe how breakfast can help in weight management.

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The Digestive System
Topic.2. A Balanced Diet

Q.1: Fill-in-the-Blank

Fill in the blanks with the appropriate words.

1. A balanced diet includes carbohydrates, proteins, _________, and fats.

2. Studying _________ on food packaging helps understand the sugar
content.
3. Conducting a _________ can help find out how much sugar people
consume.
4. Too much sugar can be bad for our _________.

Q.2: Short Answer

Answer the following questions in complete sentences.

Why is it important to have a balanced diet?

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How can studying food labels help us make healthier choices?

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Describe a way to present survey results on sugar consumption.

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Q.3: Column Matching

Match the terms in Column A with their correct definitions in Column B.

Write the correct letter in Column C.
COLUMN A COLUMN B COLUMN C
1. BALANCED DIET A. Substances required for
growth and health
2. CARBOHYDRATES B. Helps build and repair
body tissues
3. PROTEIN C. Eating a variety of foods in
the right proportions
4. VITAMINS AND D. Provide energy for the
MINERALS body

Q.4: True or False

Indicate whether the following statements are true or false.

statements true or false

1. A balanced diet only includes fruits and
vegetables. (False)

2. Carbohydrates provide energy for the body. (True)

3. Vitamins and minerals are not important for our

health. (False)

4. Conducting surveys can help understand eating

habits. (True)
Q.5: Practice Exercise:

Below is a sample nutrition label. Use it to answer the following questions.

Sample Nutrition Label:

Serving Size: 1 cup (240ml)

Calories: 120

Total Sugars: 15g

Includes Added Sugars: 10g

Ingredients: Water, Sugar, Apple Juice Concentrate, Natural Flavors,

Citric Acid

Questions:

What is the serving size of this product?

How many calories are in one serving?

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What is the total sugar content per serving?

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How much of the total sugar is from added sugars?

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List any ingredients that indicate added sugars.

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Based on the sugar content, is this product a healthy choice for

someone monitoring their sugar intake? Why or why not?

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Reflection:

Based on your analysis, do you think this product is a healthy choice in terms of

sugar content? Why or why not?

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Q.7: Multiple Choice

Choose the correct answer from the options given.

1. What do you need food for?

a. growth, energy and health

b. energy only
c. happiness only
d. growth and health

2. What is a balanced diet?

a. When you stand on scales each week as you try to get thinner.
b. When you eat exactly the same amounts of different foods.
c. When you eat the right amounts of a whole range of different foods.
d. When you measure everything out carefully using scales before you eat.

3.Calcium is a type of

a. energy.
b. vitamin.
c. mineral.
d. bone.

4.What is a balanced diet?

a. Eating only one type of food

b. Eating a variety of foods in the right proportions
c. Avoiding all carbohydrates
d. Consuming only liquids

5.Which nutrient helps build and repair body tissues?

a. Carbohydrates
b. Protein
c. Fats
d. Water
6.Why is it important to limit sugar intake?

a. To improve concentration
b. To prevent weight gain and health issues
c. To increase energy levels
d. To build muscles

Science activity
Here are some meals with an item missing form each one. Decide what
food item you would add to make each meal part of a balanced diet. Write
the name of the item and which food group it is from.
1. Boiled potato 2. Boiled rice
• Cabbage • Bacon
• Carrot • ___________________________
• ___________________________ • ___________________________
• Grilled lamb chop

3. Pizza (cheese and tomato topping)

• ____________________________
• ____________________________

4. Chicken drumstick 5. Lettuce

• Peas • Spring onions
• ____________________________ • Grated carrots
• Bread
• ___________________________
6. Fried egg
• Pudding
• Bacon
• Toast
• ___________________________
The Digestive System
Topic.3. What is a Healthy Diet?
Q.1: Fill-in-the-Blank

1. A balanced diet includes the right amounts of different types of _______.

2. _______ and _______ are rich in proteins, which help us grow.
3. Fruits and vegetables are rich in _______ and _______.
4. Drinking ______ to ______ glasses of water daily is recommended for a
balanced diet.
5. ______ people avoid animal products like milk, eggs, or meat in their
diet.
6. Too much of sugary foods can cause ______ ______ and make you
overweight.
7. We should eat more of ______, ______, and whole grains.

Q.2: Short Answer:

Why is a balanced diet important for our health?

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Name two foods that are high in oil and sugar and should be
consumed in lesser amounts.

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What are some consequences of eating too much sugar or fatty
foods?

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Explain why it is important to respect other people's food choices.

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List three ways you can ensure you are following a balanced diet

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Q.3: True/False:

Statements True/False

Milk, cheese, eggs, and beans are good sources of

carbohydrates.
Rice, bread, and pasta provide us with energy because
they are rich in fats.
An unbalanced diet can make you feel tired and
unhealthy.
Drinking water is not an essential part of a balanced
diet.
Eating too little of any nutrient can lead to health
problems.
Q.4: Venn Diagram:

Create a Venn diagram to classify foods into three groups: proteins,

carbohydrates, and vitamins/minerals. Provide two examples for each
category

Q.5: Labeling:

Label the following foods based on their nutrient category:

a. Cheese
b. Bread
c. Apple
d. Meat
Q.6: Multiple-Choice Questions:

Which of the following is a source of carbohydrates?

a. Rice
b. Meat
c. Cheese
d. Eggs

Vitamins and minerals help us to:

a. Gain energy
b. Grow stronger muscles
c. Prevent illnesses and stay healthy
d. Provide warmth to the body

Which of the following is a healthy food choice?

a. Sugary candy
b. Whole grains
c. Potato chips
d. Fried snacks

What is a benefit of eating fruits and vegetables?

a. They provide excess fats.
b. They are rich in vitamins and help prevent illnesses.
c. They increase sugar levels quickly.
d. They reduce the need for water.

Q.7: Open-Ended Question:

Describe how different nutrients in a balanced diet contribute to

overall health. Provide examples of foods for each nutrient.

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Describe how an unbalanced diet can impact your health. Provide
examples of foods to eat and avoid to maintain balance.

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Why is it important to drink plenty of water every day?

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Q.8: Labeling
Draw a balanced meal you'd like to eat. Follow the labels
a) Classify these pictures below into the correct group.
b) Choose and write the correct words in the box
The Digestive System
Topic.4. The Digestive System

Q.1: Fill-in-the-Blank Questions

1. The process of breaking down food begins with mixing a __________,

banana, and 100 ml of water.
2. After mashing the food mixture, it is transferred into a __________ for
further simulation of digestion.
3. The liquid from the simulated food mixture is squeezed out through a
__________ to represent the process of absorption.

Q.2: Short Answer Questions

1. What is the purpose of transferring the mashed-up food into a

resealable plastic bag during the experiment?

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2. How does cutting a small hole in the bag simulate the digestive
process in the human body?

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3. What role does the stocking play in this digestive system model?

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Q.3: True/False Questions

Statements True/False
1. The cracker and banana are used to simulate
food in the human digestive system.

2. Squeezing the mixture out of the stocking

represents the absorption of nutrients by the
body.

3. Wearing gloves is necessary to prevent

contamination and ensure safety during this
experiment.

Q.4: Venn Diagram Question

Compare and contrast the functions of the stocking in the experiment and
the small intestine in the human digestive system. Use a Venn diagram to
illustrate your answer.
Q.5: Labeling

Label the key steps in the digestive system model shown in the images,
including:

• The initial breakdown of food.

• Transfer to the plastic bag.
• The process of squeezing through the stocking.
1.What does the mashing of the cracker, banana, and water represent
in this experiment?

a. Digestion in the stomach

b. Nutrient absorption
c. Circulation of blood
d. Excretion

2.What is the purpose of cutting a small hole in the corner of the bag?

a. To mix the food better

b. To simulate the release of food into the intestines
c. To store the food for later use
d. To add more water to the mixture

3.In this experiment, the liquid squeezed out from the stocking into
the tray represents:

a. Bile production
b. Absorption of nutrients into the bloodstream
c. Movement of waste into the rectum
d. Release of enzymes for digestion

Open-Ended Question

Describe the entire experiment shown in the images and explain how
each step represents a part of the human digestive system. Include
the role of the stomach, small intestine, and absorption of nutrients.

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The Digestive System
Topic.5. what is Digestion?

Q.1: Fill in the Blanks

1. Digestion begins in the ________, where teeth break down food into
smaller pieces.
2. The ________ transports food from the mouth to the stomach.
3. The stomach produces digestive ________ to partially digest the
food.
4. The ________ intestine absorbs nutrients from the digested food into
the bloodstream.
5. The ________ is the opening where undigested food is removed from
the body.

Q.2: Multiple Choice

1. What is the main function of the digestive system?

a) To pump blood
b) To break down food into simpler substances
c) To produce oxygen
d) To carry nutrients to the brain

2. Which organ absorbs most of the nutrients from the digested

food?

a) Stomach
b) Large intestine
c) Small intestine
d) Esophagus

3. Which of the following is NOT part of the digestive system?

a) Lungs
b) Mouth
c) Stomach
d) Anus
4. The large intestine mainly:
a) Absorbs water from undigested food
b) Breaks down food
c) Produces enzymes
d) Transports food to the stomach

5. The ________ helps transport food from the mouth to the stomach.
a) Small intestine
b) Esophagus
c) Large intestine
d) Anus

Q.3: Column Matching

Match the parts of the digestive system with their functions:

Column A Column B (Function)

(Organ)
Mouth a) Absorbs nutrients
Esophagus b) Transports food
Stomach c) Removes undigested food
Small Intestine d) Breaks down food
Anus e) Produces digestive juices

Q.4: Short Answer Questions

Define digestion in your own words.

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Explain the role of the stomach in the digestive system.

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Why is the small intestine important in the digestive process?

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What happens to undigested food in the large intestine?

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Q.5: Open-Ended Questions

1. Describe the complete process of digestion, starting from the

mouth and ending at the anus.

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2. Explain the differences between the functions of the small

intestine and large intestine.

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6: Venn Diagram

Compare and contrast the stomach and the small intestine. Write their similarities in the
middle and their differences in the outer sections of the Venn diagram.

stomach contrast small intestine

Q.7: Give two examples for each:

1.Diseases caused by germs 2. Sets of teeth

and worms a) _____________________
a) _____________________
b) _____________________
b) _____________________

3.Glands which help in 4. Name any two external

digestion organs
a) _____________________ a) _____________________

b) _____________________ b) _____________________

5. Name any two internal organs 6. Broad and grooved teeth

a) _____________________ a) _____________________

b) _____________________ b) _____________________
Q.8: Label the picture.

mouth small intestine

stomach auns
esophagus large intestine

Order the process of digestion.

 The stomach breaks the food down into nutrients.
 The esophagus pushes the food down to the stomach.
 We chew the food with our teeth.
 The large intestine takes waste to the anus.
 The waste goes through the auns.
 The small intestine separates the nutrients from the waste and
absorbs the nutrients. The nutrients pass from the small intestine into
the blood,
 which carries them to all parts of the body.

3. Which is the longest intestine? Choose the correct option.

a) large intestine
b] small intestine
Q.9: Link the body part name to the correct part of the body
Do you know the body parts involved in the digestion process?

Link the body part name to the correct part of the body

Stomach
Teeth

Mouth

Oesophagus

Small intestine
b) Which of the following accurately describes the role of digestive
juices produced by the organ shown in the picture?

a. Absorb nutrients from food

b. Breaks down carbohydrates
c. Mixes food with saliva
d. Breaks down food into simple and soluble substances

c) X absorbs the digested food. It is divided into three parts.

Identify the organ X.
The Digestive System
Topic.6. do other animal have a
similar digestive system

Q.1: Fill-in-the-Blanks

1. The organ where food is broken down using enzymes in humans is

the __________.
2. The __________ in chickens stores food temporarily before it enters
the stomach.
3. The long, coiled tube where nutrients are absorbed is called the
__________.
4. In cows, the __________ is responsible for regurgitating partially
digested food for further chewing.
5. The organ that connects the mouth to the stomach is the
__________.

Q.2: Multiple Choice

1. Which part of the digestive system in humans is responsible for

most nutrient absorption?

a) Stomach
b) Small intestine
c) Large intestine
d) Esophagus

2. In birds, the organ that grinds food with the help of swallowed
stones is the:
a) Crop
b) Gizzard
c) Intestine
d) Stomach
3. What is the purpose of the rumen in cows?

a) Storing undigested food

b) Breaking down cellulose
c) Grinding food
d) Producing enzymes

4.The __________ is a common organ in many vertebrates that

connects the throat to the stomach:
a) Esophagus
b) Crop
c) Gizzard
d) Cecum

5.Chickens have a digestive structure that is unique compared to

humans and cows. What is it?

a) Small intestine
b) Gizzard
c) Rumen
d) Stomach

Q.5: True/False

Statements True/False

1. The small intestine is longer than the large

intestine in humans.

2. Birds lack an esophagus as part of their

digestive system.

3. Cows have a four-chambered stomach to help

digest grass.

4. Nutrients are absorbed in the stomach of

humans.

5. The crop is a digestive organ found in cows.

Q.6: Diagram Labeling

Instructions: Label the following parts of the digestive system of a chicken

(diagram provided):

• esophagus
• crop
• gizzard
• large intestine
• small intestine
• stomach
• beak
• cloaca
b) Diagram Labeling

Instructions: Label the following parts of the digestive system of cow

(diagram provided):
Q.7: Match the organ to its function:

1. Rumen a) Absorbs water and forms feces

2. Stomach b) Temporarily stores and softens food

in birds
3. Small c) Breaks down food with acid and
intestine enzymes

4. Crop d) Ferments cellulose in plant material

5. Large e) Absorbs nutrients from digested

intestine food

Q.8: Annotate the human digestive system. Highlight at least three

differences compared to the chicken’s digestive system.

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Q.9: Short questions and answers

Q: Do other animals have a digestive system similar to humans?

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Q: Which organs are common in the digestive systems of humans,

cats, cows, and chickens?
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Q: Why do some parts of the digestive systems differ between

animals?
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Q: What does the human digestive system do?

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Q: How can models help in studying digestion?

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