Fitness Skills: Interactive Learning Quizzes for 2nd Grade Health and Physical Education

Question 1

Which of these is NOT a basic fitness skill that we learn in class?

Accepted Answer

Swimming

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Running

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Jumping

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Throwing

Question 2

What is the best way to throw a ball?

Accepted Answer

It depends on how far you want to throw it

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Overhand

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Underhand

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Sidearm

Question 3

Which of these is NOT a healthy snack to eat?

Accepted Answer

Soda

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Apple slices

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Carrot sticks

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Trail mix

Question 4

Skipping rope is a kind of:

Accepted Answer

Jumping activity.

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Running activity.

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Swimming activity.

Question 5

When shooting a basketball, how should you hold the ball?

Accepted Answer

With your fingertips on the ball.

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With your fingers spread apart.

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With your palm facing the ball.

Question 6

What's the recommended way to warm up before exercising?

Accepted Answer

Stretching and doing light jogging

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Jumping right into intense exercise

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Doing push-ups

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Running for a full mile

Question 7

Which of these is **not** a skill-related fitness component?

Accepted Answer

Body composition

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Balance

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Flexibility

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Strength

Question 8

Which of these is most effective for improving flexibility?

Accepted Answer

Yoga

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Running

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Jumping jacks

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Weightlifting

Question 9

What's the recommended way to cool down after exercising?

Accepted Answer

Do some gentle stretching and walking

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Stop exercising abruptly and rest

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Take a cold shower

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Eat a sugary snack

Question 10

Which of the following activities is a balance exercise?

Accepted Answer

Standing on one leg

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Running

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Swimming

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Biking

Question 11

To stay safe while exercising, what's the first thing you should always do?

Accepted Answer

Warm up

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Ignore pain

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Exercise hard every day

Question 12

Which of these is a physical skill we learn in fitness class?

Accepted Answer

Jumping

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Reading

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Painting

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Singing

Question 13

Which of these activities helps us get better at balancing and moving smoothly?

Accepted Answer

Hopping on one foot

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Running

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Writing

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Sitting still

Question 14

When throwing a ball, how should we hold it?

Accepted Answer

Hold it in my fingertips and throw it overhand

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Hold it in my palm and flick it

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Hold it with both hands and push it forward

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Drop it on the ground

Question 15

Which of these exercises will make my legs stronger?

Accepted Answer

Jumping

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Push-ups

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Sit-ups

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Swimming

Question 16

Why is it important to slow down and relax after exercising?

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To prevent muscle soreness

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To increase my heart rate

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To improve my coordination

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To burn more calories

Question 17

Which of these is a benefit of regular exercise, like playing outside or taking a fitness class?

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A healthier heart

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Weaker bones

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Shorter life expectancy

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Less energy

Question 18

When exercising, it's important to:

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Drink plenty of water

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Ignore injuries

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Push myself too hard

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Never take breaks

Question 19

Why is it important to play outside?

Accepted Answer

It helps us develop physical skills

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It can give us sunburn

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It's boring

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It makes us tired

Question 20

Which food is a good choice to eat before exercising?

Accepted Answer

Banana

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Candy bar

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Hamburger and fries

Question 21

What action strengthens our muscles?

Accepted Answer

Lifting weights

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Running

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Jumping

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Swimming

Question 22

In sports and exercise, what does coordination mean?

Accepted Answer

Moving different parts of your body together

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Running fast

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Jumping high

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Throwing far

Question 23

Which of these is the right way to warm up your body before exercising?

Accepted Answer

Stretching

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Running fast

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Lifting heavy weights

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Doing jumping jacks

Question 24

What happens to your heart when you exercise?

Accepted Answer

Beats faster

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Beats slower

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Stops beating

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Doesn't change

Question 25

What should you do if you feel pain while exercising?

Accepted Answer

Stop and rest

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Keep exercising as usual

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Ignore the pain

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Drink more water

Question 26

Which of these helps you practice balancing?

Accepted Answer

Standing on one leg

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Jumping rope

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Running quickly

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Swimming

Question 27

Which activity is good for your heart and makes it healthier?

Accepted Answer

Walking

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Playing with friends outdoors

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Doing push-ups

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Trying to balance on a log

Question 28

What is important to wear when you work out?

Accepted Answer

Comfortable clothes that move easily

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Shoes made for dress-up

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A warm coat

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Fancy clothes that make you look nice

Question 29

Which of these is a basic fitness skill that helps you move your body in a controlled way?

Accepted Answer

Jumping

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Reading

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Writing

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Drawing

Question 30

Which of these is a safety tip to remember when jumping?

Accepted Answer

Land softly on your feet

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Jump as high as you can

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Push off with one leg

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Never jump over obstacles

Question 31

Which of these activities helps you stretch and reach your muscles?

Accepted Answer

Stretching

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Running

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Jumping

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Playing on the swings

Question 32

If you get tired during a physical activity, what should you do?

Accepted Answer

Stop and rest for a bit

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Keep going until you finish

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Never give up

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Ask a friend to help you

Question 33

What is a healthy snack to eat after exercising?

Accepted Answer

Fruit salad

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Candy bar

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Soda

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Chips

Question 34

What does it mean to be physically fit?

Accepted Answer

Being able to do physical activities without getting too tired

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Having lots of muscles

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Being the fastest runner in class

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Never getting sick

Question 35

When we exercise or play sports, why is it important to drink plenty of water?

Accepted Answer

Water helps our bodies stay cool and avoid cramps.

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Water gives us more energy to play longer.

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Water helps our muscles move better.

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Water helps us digest our food.

Question 36

What's the difference between speed and endurance?

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Speed is how fast you can go, and endurance is how long you can keep going.

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Speed is how far you can throw a ball, and endurance is how high you can jump.

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Speed is how quickly you can react, and endurance is how well you can balance.

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Speed is how strong you are, and endurance is how flexible you are.

Question 37

What are two ways exercise helps our bodies?

Accepted Answer

It helps our bones grow strong and muscles stay flexible.

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It only helps our muscles grow strong.

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It only helps our bones grow strong.

Question 38

Which skill below is NOT covered in this unit?

Accepted Answer

Swimming

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Running

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Jumping

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Throwing

Question 39

Which exercise helps make your legs stronger?

Accepted Answer

Lunges

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Jumping jacks

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Push-ups

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Sit-ups

Question 40

What's the best way to stay hydrated while exercising?

Accepted Answer

Drink water before, during, and after exercise

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Drink only when you feel thirsty

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Drink sports drinks only

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Avoid drinking fluids during exercise

Question 41

Which of these is NOT a good way to show sportsmanship?

Accepted Answer

Make fun of others

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Be respectful to your opponents

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Cheer for your own team

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Shake hands after the game

Question 42

Which of these actions involves using your legs to move quickly from one place to another?

Accepted Answer

Running

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Jumping

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Throwing

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Balancing

Question 43

What is an important rule to remember when running?

Accepted Answer

Pay attention to where you're going and what's around you

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Always run in a straight line

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Only run with a group of friends

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Run as fast as you can every time

Question 44

Which fitness skill involves using your whole body to move up in the air?

Accepted Answer

Jumping

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Running

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Throwing

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Pushing

Question 45

Which of these is NOT a fitness activity?

Accepted Answer

Taking a nap

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Playing soccer

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Walking your dog

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Riding your bike

Question 46

After exercising, what's the best way to help your body recover?

Accepted Answer

Stretch your muscles

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Stop moving all of a sudden

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Take a cold shower

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Sit down and relax

Question 47

Which of these is NOT a fitness skill?

Accepted Answer

Singing

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Running

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Jumping

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Jumping rope

Question 48

When jumping, how should you land?

Accepted Answer

On the balls of your feet

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On your heels

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Flat on your feet

Question 49

Which of these is NOT a way to throw something?

Accepted Answer

Kicking

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Overhand

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Underhand

Question 50

What does it mean to have good coordination?

Accepted Answer

Being able to use your body parts together smoothly

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Being able to run very fast

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Being able to jump very high

Question 51

Which activity requires more coordination: running or jumping?

Accepted Answer

Jumping

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Running

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They both require the same amount of coordination

Question 52

Which of the following is NOT a healthy snack?

Accepted Answer

Candy bar

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Apple slices

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Banana

Question 53

What should you do if you start to feel dizzy while exercising?

Accepted Answer

Stop exercising and rest

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Drink more water

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Keep exercising

Question 54

Which of these is not a basic fitness skill?

Accepted Answer

Swimming

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Running

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Jumping

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Balancing

Question 55

How can you improve your jumping skills?

Accepted Answer

Practice regularly

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Eat lots of food

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Watch others jump

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Take medicine

Question 56

What is the best way to throw an object far?

Accepted Answer

Using all your body

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Just using your arm

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Closing your eyes

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Throwing it sideways

Question 57

What should you do if you feel tired during exercise?

Accepted Answer

Rest and catch your breath

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Keep pushing yourself

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Eat something sugary

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Ignore it

Question 58

What is the most important thing to remember when exercising?

Accepted Answer

Warm up and cool down

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Have fun

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Be competitive

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Follow the rules

Question 59

What is an example of a fitness skill?

Accepted Answer

Running

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Reading

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Drawing

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Singing

Question 60

Which activity will help improve your running speed?

Accepted Answer

Walking and running in intervals

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Running slowly for a long time

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Running fast for a short time

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Sitting and watching TV

Question 61

What is the safest way to throw a ball?

Accepted Answer

Throwing overhand with your elbow bent

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Throwing sideways with your arm straight

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Throwing underhand with your arm extended

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Throwing the ball as hard as you can

Question 62

Which activity helps to improve coordination?

Accepted Answer

Playing hopscotch

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Solving puzzles

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Watching cartoons

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Eating healthy snacks

Question 63

Is it important to warm up before exercising?

Accepted Answer

Yes

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No

Question 64

What does FITT stand for in fitness?

Accepted Answer

Frequency, Intensity, Time, Type

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Food, Ice, Technique, Training

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Fun, Improve, Track, Try

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Fitness, Intervals, Time, Training