CBSE Class 4 Science Food Worksheet Set 03

Qs1. Match the following. Write the correct answer along with the number.
1. Rice - (b) Protein
2. Meat - (a) Carbohydrates
3. Butter - (e) Mineral
4. Fruit - (c) Good for digestion
5. Roughage - (d) Fats​​​​​​​
Answer:
1. Rice matches with (b) Carbohydrates
2. Meat matches with (a) Protein
3. Butter matches with (e) Fats
4. Fruit matches with (c) Mineral
5. Roughage matches with (d) Good for digestion
In simple words: Each food item is matched with the main nutrient or benefit it provides to our body.

Exam Tip: Remember the primary nutrients provided by staple foods: rice gives energy (carbohydrates), meat builds muscles (proteins), and butter provides warmth and energy (fats).

Qs.2. Fill in the blanks
1. Our main source of energy comes from___________
Answer: Carbohydrates
In simple words: Carbohydrates act like fuel for our body to run and play.

Exam Tip: Carbohydrates are often called energy-giving foods.

Qs.2. Fill in the blanks
2. ____________ are building blocks of our body.
Answer: Proteins
In simple words: Proteins help us grow tall and repair worn-out body parts.

Exam Tip: Always associate proteins with growth and muscle repair.

Qs.2. Fill in the blanks
3. Oils, ghee and butter are rich source of____________
Answer: fats
In simple words: Fats store extra energy in our body and keep us warm.

Exam Tip: Fats provide more energy than carbohydrates, but should be eaten in smaller amounts.

Qs.2. Fill in the blanks
4. We should wash fruits and vegetables __________peeling or cutting.
Answer: before
In simple words: Washing removes germs and dirt before we cut or peel food.

Exam Tip: Never wash fruits and vegetables after cutting them, as valuable vitamins get washed away.

Qs.2. Fill in the blanks
5. We should never eat food stuff which is kept__________.
Answer: uncovered
In simple words: Uncovered food attracts flies and dust that carry germs and cause illness.

Qs.2. Fill in the blanks
6. ___________are known as protective foods.
Answer: Vitamins and minerals
In simple words: Protective foods protect us from falling sick and keep our immune system strong.

Exam Tip: Fruits and vegetables are the best sources of vitamins and minerals.