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Versailles
Missouri 65084
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WIC (Women, Infant and Children) and Nutrition Services

Protein Post Test

August - September 2006

1. Which statement is NOT true about protein?
1. The body uses protein to make muscles and cells.
2. Babies and children need protein to grow.
3. The body uses protein for energy.
4. Protein is not found in food.


2. What food listed is the best source of protein?
1. Crackers
2. Broccoli
3. Meat
4. Jelly


3. Protein from animal foods and protein from vegetable foods are the same.
1. True
2. False


4. What are legumes?




5. List two reasons why legumes are good to eat.

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The Nutrition information and test was developed by Pettis County Health Department in 2006 and used with their kind permission.

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