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Williams’ Basic Nutrition & Diet Therapy

Staci Nix McIntosh

Chapter 14

Food Habits and Cultural Patterns - all with Video Answers

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Chapter Questions

Problem 1

A dish that would most likely not be included on a meal plan for a patient who practices Muslim dietary law would be:
a. Stuffed pork loin.
b. Chicken parmesan.
c. Bulgur pilaf with lamb.
d. Pita bread and hummus.

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Problem 2

Which of the following would most likely be found within a traditional diet for individuals of Mexican heritage?
a. Meats, fish, eggs.
b. Dried beans, tomatoes, corn.
c. Corn, wheat, fish.
d. Challah, lox, strudel.

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Problem 3

A meal consisting of turnip greens, fried chicken, black-eyed peas, and cornbread is most typical of which region of the United States?
a. Southern
b. Northeastern
c. Southwestern
d. Midwestern

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Problem 4

A blend of French culinary and Creole cooking is found among which cultural group?
a. Jewish
b. Italian
c. Cajun
d. Chinese

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Problem 5

Changes in American food patterns have been influenced by:
a. More women choosing to be homemakers.
b. More families eating together at home.
c. People eating fewer meals at restaurants.
d. An increase in standard portion sizes.

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