Oral Hygiene

17 Grade 3 Hygiene and Nutrition Activities questions on Oral Hygiene, with worked marking schemes. 17 questions are available on this topic in full.

1. Question 1

   2 marks

   A child says, 'I only brush my teeth once a week.' Write what you would tell the child to do.

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2. Question 2

   1 mark

   Draw a toothbrush and colour it. Write your name below the drawing.

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3. Question 3

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   Draw a toothbrush and a tube of toothpaste.

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4. Question 4

   2 marks

   Write TWO things you need to brush your teeth well.

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5. Question 5

   2 marks

   Match each item to its use.

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   Toothbrush - cleans teeth; Toothpaste - put on brush; Water - rinse the mouth; Cup - holds water.

6. Question 6

   1 mark

   Write one reason why brushing your teeth is good for you.

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   Marking scheme

   Any one: removes food, keeps teeth clean, prevents holes/decay, keeps breath fresh, stops toothache.

7. Question 7

   1 mark

   How many times should you brush your teeth in a day? Circle the correct answer.

   A. Never

   B. Two times

   C. Once a week

   D. Only when they hurt

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8. Question 8

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   Fill in the blank: After brushing, I keep my toothbrush in a _______ and dry place.

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9. Question 9

   1 mark

   Fill in the blank: We should brush our teeth in the morning and before going to ______.

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10. Question 10

    1 mark

    Write the name of the tool you use to clean your teeth every morning and evening.

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11. Question 11

    1 mark

    Should you share your toothbrush with your friend? Circle the correct answer.

    A. Yes, always

    B. No, use your own

    C. Yes, on Sundays

    D. Only with sisters

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12. Question 12

    1 mark

    Fill in the blank: I should brush my teeth after eating _______ foods so sugar does not stay on them.

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13. Question 13

    1 mark

    Why should you brush your teeth every day? Give one reason.

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    Marking scheme

    Accept: to remove germs/food, to keep teeth clean, to stop tooth decay, to have fresh breath.

14. Question 14

    1 mark

    Which food is bad for your teeth if you eat too much of it? Circle the correct answer.

    A. Water

    B. Beans

    C. Sweets

    D. Sukuma wiki

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15. Question 15

    2 marks

    Arrange these steps of brushing teeth in the correct order: [Rinse mouth with water] [Put toothpaste on the brush] [Brush all teeth up and down].

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    Marking scheme

    Correct order: Put toothpaste on the brush, Brush all teeth up and down, Rinse mouth with water.

16. Question 16

    1 mark

    Write the word that completes the sentence: A sore, painful tooth gives you a _______ache.

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17. Question 17

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    Draw a picture of a healthy tooth and a decayed (bad) tooth. Label each one.

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