The 8th Grade will be having a test on Tuesday. The test will cover Chapter 3 section 1 and Chapter 7 section 1.



Students should know the following vocabulary words:

Chapter 3 Section 1

Esophagus, stomach, small intestine, pancreas, liver, gallbladder, and large intestine.

Chapter 7 Section 1

Nutrient, carbohydrate, protein, fat, mineral, vitamin, and malnutrition.



Fill in Blank

1. ________________ are linked to high blood cholesterol levels.

2. The __________________ divides food into six groups and gives a recommended number of servings for each.

3. One of the characteristics of ________________ is binge eating.

4. The rhythmic contraction that occur in the digestive tract are called______________.

5. The chemical digestion of carbohydrates begins in the ___________________.

6. Bile is made in the ______ and stored in the __________.



Short Answer

7. How does the structure of the small intestine improve its nutrient absorption?

8. How would digestion be affected if the liver were damaged?

9. What are three types of nutrients that provide energy in calories? Which three nutrients do not provide energy?

10. How much aerobic exercise should you do everyday?