Physical Activity and Health: A Guide for 4th Graders

Question 1

Regular exercise can help prevent several health problems. Which two conditions can be prevented by exercise, and how does exercise help prevent them?

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Heart disease: Exercise strengthens the heart, improves blood flow, and lowers blood pressure, reducing the risk of heart disease.

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Type 2 diabetes: Exercise helps control blood sugar levels and improves insulin sensitivity, reducing the risk of developing type 2 diabetes.

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Asthma: Exercise can actually worsen asthma symptoms.

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Cancer: Exercise has no impact on the risk of cancer.

Question 2

What's the best way to stay active outside of gym class?

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Help with chores at home

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Play at the park

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Play video games

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Drive to friends' houses

Question 3

What's the best way to make sure kids have fun being active and want to keep doing it?

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Let kids pick from many different activities they can do.

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Make everyone do the same exercises every day.

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Only do sports and games where you have to compete against others.

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Only let kids be active with their friends.

Question 4

Imagine you're an adult. How might your physical activity needs and preferences be different from when you were a child?

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My physical activity needs and preferences might change because my body's needs and interests change.

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As an adult, I might need less physical activity because my body is more efficient at using energy.

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Physical activity is only important for kids and teens, so adults don't really need it.

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As an adult, I should only do low-intensity activities, like walking or swimming.

Question 5

You and your family are going on a beach vacation! What are some fun ways to stay active during your trip?

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Go for walks, play in the sand, swim, and try water sports like kayaking or paddleboarding.

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Spend most of your time relaxing on the beach.

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Only exercise if there are organized group fitness classes.

Question 6

Why do physical activity guidelines vary for different age groups?

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To ensure children, teenagers, and adults get the appropriate amount of exercise for their bodies and development.

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Guidelines are consistent for all ages because exercise benefits everyone equally.

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Guidelines are only crucial for adults because they need to stay fit for work.

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Guidelines are unnecessary because we instinctively know how much exercise we need.

Question 7

During exercise, what's a good way to measure how hard you're working?

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How fast your heart beats

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How long you exercise

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What muscles you're using

Question 8

How does regular physical activity benefit your mind and social life, in addition to keeping you physically fit?

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It boosts memory and attention by increasing blood flow to the brain, and it strengthens social connections through shared experiences.

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It increases muscle strength and flexibility, but it reduces social interactions due to physical exhaustion.

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It enhances mood and reduces stress, but it has no impact on social connections.

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It provides a sense of accomplishment, but it does not improve cognitive function or social interactions.

Question 9

To become more active and fit, which of these actions can help you create a successful physical activity plan?

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Create a plan and track your progress

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Select activities you enjoy and do them regularly

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Push yourself too hard, even if it causes pain

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Focus only on intense exercises, like running or lifting weights

Question 10

How does regular physical activity help us stay at a healthy weight and have a healthy body composition?

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It helps us build muscle and lose body fat.

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It slows down our metabolism and makes us store more fat.

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It doesn't affect our weight or body composition.

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It only helps people who are overweight or obese lose weight.

Question 11

Which of the following is NOT a benefit of regular exercise?

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More screen time

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Improved heart health

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Increased flexibility

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Reduced risk of getting sick

Question 12

How much moderate-intensity physical activity should kids get each day?

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60 minutes

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30 minutes

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90 minutes

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120 minutes

Question 13

Which of the following activities is NOT considered a vigorous-intensity exercise?

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Walking

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Running fast

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Swimming

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Jumping rope

Question 14

What should you do if you feel pain or discomfort while exercising?

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Stop and rest

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Ignore it and keep going

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Push through the pain

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Keep exercising, but slow down

Question 15

Which of these foods is a good choice for a healthy snack after exercise?

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Fruit

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Candy bar

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Soda

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Chips

Question 16

Which of these is NOT a fun way to get exercise?

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Watching TV

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Playing tag

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Walking to school

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Riding a bike

Question 17

Which of these is NOT a healthy food to eat before or after exercising?

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Soda

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Apple with peanut butter

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Banana

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Trail mix

Question 18

Which physical activity can be enjoyable, foster teamwork, and help you bond with your classmates?

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Playing a team sport like basketball

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Exercising alone, like going for a run

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Doing individual exercises like jumping jacks

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Watching a movie or playing video games

Question 19

As a physical education teacher, how would you encourage students who may not initially enjoy physical activity to actively participate in PE classes?

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Find activities that match their interests and gradually introduce them to new activities.

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Force them to participate in all activities, regardless of their enjoyment level.

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Allow them to sit out of activities they don't like.

Question 20

Which of these is NOT a benefit of being physically active?

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More chance of getting hurt

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A healthier heart

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Less chance of being overweight

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A better mood

Question 21

Which of these activities helps make your heart and lungs stronger?

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Jogging

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Swimming

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Lifting weights

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Yoga

Question 22

What is NOT a benefit of regular exercise?

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Increased risk of injury

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Stronger heart and lungs

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Stronger muscles and bones

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Increased flexibility

Question 23

Which type of exercise helps to improve coordination and balance?

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Dancing

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Walking

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Cycling

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Swimming

Question 24

What is the best way to stay hydrated during physical activity?

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Drink plenty of water before, during, and after exercise

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Drink only when you're thirsty

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Drink sugary sports drinks

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Drink alcohol

Question 25

Which of the following is a sign that you're exercising too hard?

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You feel dizzy or sick

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You feel a little out of breath

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Your heart beats faster

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You start to sweat

Question 26

What should you do if you get a muscle cramp during exercise?

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Stop exercising and stretch the muscle

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Keep exercising despite the pain

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Ignore it and hope it goes away

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Take some medicine for the pain

Question 27

Which of these foods is a good source of energy-giving carbohydrates?

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Pasta

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Bacon

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Sweets

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Soda

Question 28

Why has the importance of physical activity varied across cultures and time periods?

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The significance of physical activity has changed over time and across different cultures.

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Physical activity has always been equally important in all cultures.

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Physical activity is only important in modern cultures.

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Physical activity is generally considered unimportant in all cultures.

Question 29

Which of the following is NOT a negative consequence of being physically inactive?

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Improved physical fitness

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Increased risk of certain diseases

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Weakened immune system

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Poor sleep quality

Question 30

True or False: Physical activity is only important for children and teenagers.

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False

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True

Question 31

How does regular physical activity contribute to better sleep and a stronger immune system?

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Reduces stress and promotes relaxation

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Stimulates the production of immune cells

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Increases blood flow to the brain

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Improves heart health

Question 32

When participating in extreme sports or high-intensity physical activities, why is it important to prioritize proper training and safety measures?

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To minimize potential risks and ensure safety.

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To eliminate all risks associated with these activities.

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To guarantee that the benefits of these activities outweigh the risks.

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To restrict participation only to highly skilled athletes.

Question 33

Imagine you're a health expert helping someone who has trouble moving around. What's a good way for them to get physical activity that will help them stay healthy?

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Encourage them to go for walks using a cane or walker.

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Tell them to do intense workouts at the gym.

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Suggest they try skipping rope.

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Tell them not to exercise because it might be too hard.

Question 34

How does participating in physical activities benefit our social and emotional well-being?

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It helps us feel happier and less stressed.

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It makes us feel isolated and down.

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It makes it harder for us to think clearly.

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It lowers our self-esteem.

Question 35

Which is different: moderate-intensity or vigorous-intensity activity?

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Vigorous-intensity requires more effort and energy than moderate-intensity.

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Moderate-intensity is easier to do than vigorous-intensity.

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They are the same thing.

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Moderate-intensity takes longer to complete than vigorous-intensity.

Question 36

What is the main reason we need to get regular physical activity?

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To be strong and healthy

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To have fun and enjoy life

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To win medals and get famous

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To lose weight and look slim

Question 37

Why are physical activity guidelines different for different groups of people, such as children, pregnant women, and older adults?

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Recommendations are customized to meet the specific needs and abilities of different groups of people.

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Recommendations are the same for everyone.

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Recommendations are more intense for younger people than for older people.

Question 38

True or False: Exercise can help improve your mood.

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True

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False

Question 39

What should you do if you feel pain or discomfort during exercise?

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Stop exercising and rest

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Push through the pain

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Ignore it

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Take a pain reliever

Question 40

Which of the following is a healthy snack to eat after exercise?

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Fruit and yogurt

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Candy bar

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Bag of chips

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Soda

Question 41

Which activity is considered moderate-intensity aerobic activity?

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Taking a brisk walk

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Sprinting

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Lifting weights

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Practicing yoga

Question 42

How does exercise contribute to weight management?

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It does both (builds muscle and burns calories)

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It aids in building muscle mass

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It helps burn calories

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It solely helps in eliminating fat

Question 43

Which is an effective way to stay hydrated during physical activity?

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Drink plenty of water

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Consume sports drinks

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Eat salty foods

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Avoid any type of fluids

Question 44

Which of the following activities is NOT an example of cardio exercise?

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Lifting weights

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Walking

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Running

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Swimming

Question 45

What is the purpose of a cool-down after exercise?

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Helps the body recover and reduces muscle soreness

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Prepares the body for more exercise

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Stretches the muscles

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Increases heart rate

Question 46

What does the acronym FITT stand for in relation to exercise?

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Frequency, Intensity, Time, Type

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Fitness, Intensity, Time, Type

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Frequency, Intervals, Time, Type

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Fitness, Intervals, Time, Type

Question 47

Which of the following is NOT a positive outcome of participating in regular physical activity?

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Weight gain

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Improved flexibility

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Reduced stress

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Strengthened bones

Question 48

What is the key difference between aerobic and anaerobic exercise?

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Aerobic exercise requires oxygen, while anaerobic exercise does not.

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Anaerobic exercise requires oxygen, while aerobic exercise does not.

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Both types of exercise require oxygen.

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Neither type of exercise requires oxygen.

Question 49

Which type of exercise is most effective for building stronger muscles?

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Strength training

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Cardio (heart-pumping) exercise

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Stretching exercises

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Balance exercises

Question 50

Which of the following is NOT a good way to stay active?

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Watching TV for hours

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Playing sports

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Walking or biking to school

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Dancing

Question 51

Besides weight loss, how does physical activity contribute to our overall health and well-being?

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It lowers the chances of getting long-term illnesses, boosts our mood, and makes our lives better.

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It only makes our muscles bigger.

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It only helps us sleep better.

Question 52

How does regular physical activity help strengthen your immune system? Give examples of how you can fit more physical activity into your day.

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Regular physical activity increases the number and activity of white blood cells, which fight infections.

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Physical activity weakens the immune system, making the body more likely to get sick.

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Physical activity has no effect on the immune system.

Question 53

Weight management involves more than just exercise. What other factors should be considered?

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Exercise, nutrition, sleep, and stress management

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Exercise only

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Exercise and nutrition only

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Exercise and sleep only

Question 54

Which activity is NOT a good choice for regular exercise?

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Watching TV

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Jumping rope

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Riding a bicycle

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Playing basketball

Question 55

What is the recommended amount of moderate-intensity physical activity for children and adolescents?

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At least 30 minutes each day

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At least 60 minutes each day

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As much as possible

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Only on weekends

Question 56

Which of the following is a way to get more physical activity in your daily routine?

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Taking the stairs instead of the elevator

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Playing active video games

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Riding in the car to school

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Staying inside on rainy days

Question 57

What is the difference between aerobic and anaerobic exercise?

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Aerobic exercise uses oxygen and anaerobic exercise does not

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Aerobic exercise is short in duration and anaerobic exercise is long in duration

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Anaerobic exercise involves whole-body movements and aerobic exercise involves isolated movements

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Aerobic exercise is high-intensity and anaerobic exercise is low-intensity

Question 58

What is the FITT principle?

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Guidelines for designing effective exercise programs

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A type of exercise equipment

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A method of measuring physical fitness

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A way to track progress in exercise programs

Question 59

What is a healthy way to stay hydrated before, during, and after exercise?

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Drink water frequently

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Drink sports drinks only

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Avoid drinking fluids before exercise

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Drink only when thirsty

Question 60

Which of these is NOT a benefit of regular exercise?

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More injuries

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Better heart health

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Lower risk of getting sick

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Better sleep

Question 61

How does following a progressive overload plan help you improve your fitness?

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Your body gradually adapts to the exercise, allowing you to do more of it.

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Your muscles rapidly increase in size and strength.

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You will lose weight at a faster rate.

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Your flexibility will improve.

Question 62

Which of these things is NOT a type of physical activity?

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Watching TV

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Playing a sport

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Gardening

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Walking

Question 63

What's the difference between aerobic and anaerobic exercise?

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Aerobic exercise uses oxygen, while anaerobic exercise doesn't

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Anaerobic exercise uses oxygen, while aerobic exercise doesn't

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Aerobic exercise involves big muscle groups, while anaerobic exercise involves small muscle groups

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Anaerobic exercise involves big muscle groups, while aerobic exercise involves small muscle groups

Question 64

Which of these activities does NOT involve physical movement?

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Watching television

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Running

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Cycling

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Swimming