Vegetarianism

High school (ages 12+)
Food & Cooking

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Step 1 · Read the article

Open the article and read it at the level above. Then answer the questions below in your own words.

https://smallwhale.org/articles/vegetarianism

Write what each word means, using the article.

Do not copy the article. Write two things you learned, the way you would explain them to a friend.

Answers below are taken from the article’s stored facts, so they match what the student read.

1. What is the dietary classifications?Includes lacto-ovo, lacto, ovo, and vegan variations, differing in animal product inclusion
2. What is the historical origins?Deeply rooted in ancient Indian religions (Hinduism, Buddhism, Jainism) and Greek philosophy
3. What foods can a vegetarian eat?Vegetarians can eat fruits, vegetables, grains, beans, nuts, seeds, and dairy or eggs if they are lacto‑ovo. Some choose to eat only dairy or only eggs.
4. Why do some people choose vegetarianism?People choose vegetarianism for health, to be kind to animals, and to help protect the planet.

Ahimsa: A Sanskrit term meaning non-violence or non-injury, a core ethical principle in several Indian religions.
Phytochemicals: Naturally occurring compounds in plants that may have health-promoting properties.
Carbon Footprint: The total amount of greenhouse gases produced by human activities, including food consumption.