The Balanced Plate (Listening Practice) (Low-Intermediate)

The Balanced Plate

Listen to Sarah the nutritionist describing a balanced plate and choose the correct answer.

Read the following questions and choose the correct answer:

1. What is the main topic of the talk?

A) How to save money at the grocery store

B) Tips for healthy eating

C) How to cook professional meals

D) The history of agriculture

2. According to Sarah, how much of your plate should be fruits and vegetables?

A) One quarter B) The whole plate

C) Half of the plate D) None

3. Which of these is mentioned as a protein source?

A) Brown rice B) Whole-wheat bread

C) Tofu D) Apples

4. What should fill the last quarter of the plate?

A) Whole grains B) Extra dessert

C) Dairy products D) Leafy greens

5. Why does the speaker suggest drinking water instead of juice or soda?

A) Water is cheaper

B) Juice and soda have too much hidden sugar

C) Water helps you sleep better

D) Soda is too expensive

6. What is one benefit of cooking at home?

A) It is faster than fast food

B) You can use more sugar

C) You can control the salt and oil

D) You don't have to wash dishes

7. Sarah says that eating healthy...

A) Must be perfect every time

B) Is very expensive

C) Doesn’t have to be difficult

D) Is only for athletes

8. Which item is an example of a whole grain mentioned in the script?

A) White pasta B) Brown rice

C) Chicken D) Fruit salad

9. What does Sarah say vegetables and fruits provide?

A) Protein B) Salt

C) Vitamins D) Oil

10. What is the speaker’s final piece of advice?

A) Stop eating carbohydrates completely

B) Make better choices one meal at a time

C) Only eat vegetables

D) Buy a new cookbook

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