Lesson 6

Question 1

A ________ is any grass cultivated for its edible grain, which is composed of an _______, a ________, and a _____.

Answer 1

cereal

endosperm
germ
bran

Question 2

Cereals are usually _____ or ______.

Answer 2

starchy pods
grains

Question 3

________ are filled with vitamins and minerals. Most cereals are packed with _______, _______, and _________, making them a super-healthy food option.

Answer 3

Cereals

proteins
fiber
carbohydrates

Question 4

In their natural, unrefined form, grains and cereals are rich sources of various essential nutrients, which include ____, _______, ________, _______, and ______.

Answer 4

vitamins
minerals
carbohydrates
proteins
fats

Question 5

promote digestive health , as these are high in dietary fiber.

Answer 5

Whole grains

Question 6

_______ refers to all indigestible portions of plant-based foods. It can be classified as ______ and ______, both of which can be found in foods derived from plants, including ______ and ______.

Answer 6

Fiber

soluble
insoluble

grains
cereals

Question 7

______ a staple food that is processed into _______ and used for different types of bread, pastries and pastas. It can be ground into , which is classified according to the part of the ____ from which it was made and the hardness of the _____.

Answer 7

Wheat
flour

flour
grain
endosperm

Question 8

It is one of the most popular cereals in the world.

Answer 8

Wheat

Question 9

Wheat is a major source of ______ and _____ .

Answer 9

protein
fiber

Question 10

It decreases the risk of obesity

Answer 10

Wheat

Question 11

It is rich in nutrients and helps in maintaining heart health

Answer 11

Wheat

Question 12

It helps in digestion

Answer 12

Wheat

Question 13

a long stalk that has slender leaves and a small cluster of grains at the top

Answer 13

rice

Question 14

According to studies, the nutritional value of rice depends on the _____ of rice, the quality of the _____, and the manner in which rice is polished, enriched and cooked or prepared.

Answer 14

variety
soil

Question 15

It is a significant cereal food that is also gluten-free.

Answer 15

Rice

Question 16

It can offer instant energy to the body.

Answer 16

Rice

Question 17

has anti-inflammatory properties.

Answer 17

Rice

Question 18

It is a rich source of nutrients.

Answer 18

Rice

Question 19

______ are a popular source of energy which is commonly consumed as porridge.

Answer 19

Oats

Question 20

different forms of oats

Answer 20

Rolled
Instant
Steel cut

Question 21

The layers of oats like endosperm and bran contain a soluble fiber known as ______

Answer 21

beta-glucan

Question 22

The best part about oats is that they can be consumed as a _______ also

Answer 22

gluten-free edible

Question 23

highly valued for their nutritional benefits, especially by health and fitness enthusiasts

Answer 23

Oats

Question 24

Oats are proven to help ________ and thus ________

Answer 24

lower blood cholesterol level
help prevent diseases that affect the heart.

Question 25

It is a good source of diet for people who have diabetes.

Answer 25

Oats

Question 26

It can help in preventing constipation.

Answer 26

Oats

Question 27

______ can enhance digestion.

Answer 27

Oats

Question 28

This cereal can boost weight loss

Answer 28

Oats

Question 29

This cereal grain was one of the first agricultural crops to be grown in ancient times for food and other uses.

Answer 29

Barley

Question 30

This self-pollinating cereal crop is a grass with upright stems and few leaves.

Answer 30

Barley

Question 31

Barley has a spike containing two or six rows of flowers that develop into ______.

Answer 31

kernels

Question 32

Barley is a famous cereal food in India and can be grown at the same temperature as ______.

Answer 32

wheat

Question 33

It causes a reduction in cholesterol levels.

Answer 33

Barley

Question 34

It can decrease the occurrence of heart problems.

Answer 34

Barley

Question 35

It can speed up the weight loss process

Answer 35

Barley

Question 36

They are considered one of the abundant resources containing fiber, vitamins, minerals and proteins.

Answer 36

Millet

Question 37

_______ include a variety of grasses with small seeds.

Answer 37

Millet

Question 38

It can be ground into flour for making bread, especially unleavened ones.

Answer 38

Millet

Question 39

can also be boiled or steamed and eaten as a side dish, like rice.

Answer 39

Whole grains

Question 40

Millet can regulate ______

Answer 40

blood sugar levels.

Question 41

It can cause a reduction in the occurrence of heart diseases.
Helps in the loss of weight.

Answer 41

Millet

Question 42

Sorghum is a cereal grain that is primarily grown for ______ and ,______, but it is still an important food crop.

Answer 42

livestock feed
ethanol

Question 43

It can keep calcium levels stable.

Answer 43

Sorghum

Question 44

Great source for people who are suffering celiac disease

Answer 44

Sorghum

Question 45

can prevent the growth of cancerous tumours

Answer 45

Sorghum

Question 46

Is a large plant that has leafy stalk that produces ears containing the grain, which are called kernels

Answer 46

Maize

Question 47

The _______ can be directly cooked and consumed, or processed into a coarse flour called _______

Answer 47

Kernels
cornmeal

Question 48

is an edible grass that produces grains or kernels, which are harvested and converted into useful products, including food.

Answer 48

Rye

Question 49

Rye flour is ,______ than the wheat flour, and yields a dark brown bread that is particularly ______.

Answer 49

darker
Dense

Question 50

It can be also used to improve the flavor of bread and baked products made from white flour

Answer 50

Rye