Healthy Habits

15 Grade 3 Hygiene and Nutrition Activities questions on Healthy Habits, with worked marking schemes. 15 questions are available on this topic in full.

1. Question 1

   1 mark

   Circle the correct word. We cut our finger ______ (nails / books) to keep them clean.

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2. Question 2

   2 marks

   Match each activity to when we do it. Column A: Brush teeth ; Bathe ; Comb hair Column B: after waking up ; every morning and evening ; after bathing

   (2 marks)

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   Brush teeth - every morning and evening; Bathe - after waking up; Comb hair - after bathing. Accept sensible pairings.

3. Question 3

   1 mark

   We wear ______ on our feet to protect them from dirt and germs.

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4. Question 4

   1 mark

   How many times a day should you brush your teeth?

   A. Never

   B. Once a week

   C. Two times a day

   D. Once a month

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5. Question 5

   1 mark

   Which one is a healthy habit?

   A. Eating dirty food

   B. Washing hands before meals

   C. Sleeping very late every night

   D. Skipping bathing

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6. Question 6

   1 mark

   Which of these is a healthy habit?

   A. Sleeping with dirty clothes

   B. Bathing every day

   C. Sharing a toothbrush

   D. Skipping baths

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7. Question 7

   2 marks

   Draw and colour a clean, tidy child ready for school.

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8. Question 8

   2 marks

   Arrange these steps of washing hands in the correct order: dry hands ; wet hands ; rub with soap ; rinse with water

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9. Question 9

   2 marks

   Write two times when you should wash your hands during the day.

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   Marking scheme

   Accept any two correct times, e.g. before eating, after visiting the toilet, after playing.

10. Question 10

    2 marks

    Write three healthy habits you do every day at home.

    (2 marks)

    Marking scheme

    Accept any 3: washing hands, brushing teeth, bathing, eating fruits, exercising, sleeping early.

11. Question 11

    1 mark

    Fill in the blank: We should wash our ______ before eating food.

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12. Question 12

    1 mark

    Why should you cover your mouth when you cough? Write one reason.

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13. Question 13

    1 mark

    We should wash our hands with clean water and ______ before eating.

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14. Question 14

    2 marks

    Draw a picture of yourself brushing your teeth. Show the toothbrush and toothpaste.

    (2 marks)

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    Accept any clear drawing showing a child, a toothbrush and toothpaste. Award marks for effort and correct items shown.

15. Question 15

    2 marks

    List three things you use to keep your body clean.

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