Do you read the labels on the food you eat?
Get your students talking about food labels as they explore this topic by answering questions and participating in group discussions. The language in this poll is suitable for intermediate to advanced English learners. A comprehensive lesson on this topic is available in our Discussion Starters section and can be used before or after this poll if your students are interested.
Preview
1. Do you pay attention to food labels when shopping for groceries?
- Yes
- No
Keywords
Do you know these words?
- food label
- misleading
- consumer
- nutrition
- ingredients
Agree or Disagree?
2. Some food manufacturers intentionally mislead consumers through deceptive labeling.
- Agree
- Disagree
3. Consumer awareness of food labels is important for making healthy choices.
- Agree
- Disagree
4. Understanding the difference between "multigrain" and "whole grain" is important for a balanced diet.
- Agree
- Disagree
Elaborate
5. How do you think food labels on alcoholic beverages should be different from those on non-alcoholic food products?
- They should have similar labels to provide nutritional information.
- They should include information on alcohol content and its health effects.
- Alcohol labels should be less detailed.
- There should be no food labels on alcoholic beverages.
6. When it comes to fresh foods like fruits and vegetables, what should food labels focus on?
- They should include nutritional content, including vitamins and minerals.
- They should have information about pesticides and farming methods.
- They should focus on cooking or preparation instructions.
- They should show pricing and discounts.
- They don't need food labels.
7. Should baked goods for immediate consumption, such as pastries and doughnuts, have detailed food labels like packaged products?
- Yes, they should have the same level of detail.
- No, because people often consume them as indulgent treats.
- They should have labels focused on allergen information only.
- Labels should include calorie counts, but not other details.