🍞 Part 1: Understanding Carbohydrates

1. What are carbohydrates made of? (Circle the correct answer)

Carbon, hydrogen, and oxygen

Carbon and nitrogen only

Hydrogen and oxygen only

Carbon and oxygen only

2. Which foods contain carbohydrates? (Tick all that apply)

Bread

Potatoes

Chicken

Rice

Apples

Butter

3. What is the main function of carbohydrates in our bodies?

To build muscles

To provide energy

To help us see better

To make our bones stronger

4. Fill in the blanks:

Simple carbohydrates are called _____________ and complex carbohydrates are called _____________.

🧬 Part 2: Structure and Function

5. Look at the diagram above. Draw a simple glucose molecule using circles for atoms. Label carbon (C), hydrogen (H), and oxygen (O) atoms.

6. Explain why athletes eat foods high in carbohydrates before a big race or match.

7. What happens to carbohydrates when we digest them? Describe the process in your own words.

8. Compare and contrast simple and complex carbohydrates. Give examples of each and explain which type gives you longer-lasting energy.

9. A friend tells you that "carbs are bad for you." How would you explain to them why carbohydrates are actually important for our health?