Which organ breaks down food using acids?
Which organ mainly absorbs nutrients from digested food?
Explain how the mouth helps begin digestion before food reaches the stomach.
Mark a check on the organ where food is chewed and mixed with saliva.

Match each organ with its function.
| Draggable item | arrow_right_alt | Corresponding Item |
|---|---|---|
Large intestine | arrow_right_alt | Begins breaking down food |
Small intestine | arrow_right_alt | Mixes food with acids |
Mouth | arrow_right_alt | Absorbs nutrients |
Stomach | arrow_right_alt | Absorbs water |
Gastric juice
Bile
Saliva
A student drinks soda every day and rarely eats fruits or vegetables.
Give TWO changes that could improve the student’s digestive health.
Imagine food could skip the stomach and go directly to the intestines.
How would digestion be affected?
Categorize the foods into:
apples
chips
yogurt
fries
soda
vegetables
candies
whole grain
Healthy for the Digestive System
Unhealthy for the Digestive System
Both the pharynx and larynx are involved when swallowing food.
Analyze the role of each structure and explain why both are important.
Which habit is MOST important for maintaining a healthy digestive system?
eating balanced meals
drinking water
exercising
chewing food slowly
Choose ONE and justify your answer using scientific reasoning.
Create a colorful scientific drawing showing how food travels through the digestive system.
Include:
labeled organs
arrows showing movement
digestive juices or enzymes
healthy food entering the system
Add short notes explaining what happens in each organ.