Flexibility for Fourth Graders: Stretching and Bending for Health and Fitness

Question 1

What is flexibility?

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The ability of your joints to move through a full range of motion without pain or discomfort.

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The ability to lift heavy weights

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The ability to run long distances without getting tired

Question 2

Which of these is a good way to improve your flexibility?

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Stretching your muscles regularly

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Playing tag

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Swimming laps

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Lifting heavy weights

Question 3

Why is it important to be flexible?

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Flexibility helps prevent injuries, improves performance in physical activities, and makes everyday movements easier.

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Flexibility makes your hair grow faster

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Flexibility makes you smarter

Question 4

Which of these stretches is best for improving the flexibility of your hamstrings (back of your legs)?

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Sit on the floor with your legs straight out and reach for your toes.

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Touch your toes while standing with your knees bent

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Reach your arms overhead and back

Question 5

How long should you hold a stretch?

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Hold each stretch for 15 to 30 seconds.

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Hold each stretch for as long as you can hold your breath

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Hold each stretch for only a few seconds

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Hold each stretch until you feel pain

Question 6

What should you do before stretching?

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Warm up your muscles with some light activity, such as walking or jogging.

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Eat a large meal before stretching

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Drink sugary drinks before stretching

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Stretch cold muscles

Question 7

Which feeling should you NOT experience during stretching?

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Sharp pain

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Mild discomfort

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A gentle pull

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Relaxation

Question 8

How often should you stretch to improve your flexibility?

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Stretch at least 2 to 3 times per week.

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Only stretch before intense exercise

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Only stretch when you feel sore

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Stretch once a month

Question 9

Which activity is an example of dynamic stretching?

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Arm circles

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Touching your toes and holding

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Holding a hamstring stretch

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Butterfly stretch

Question 10

Why is flexibility important for dancers?

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Flexibility allows dancers to move their bodies with greater ease, grace, and range of motion.

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Flexibility makes dancers better at math

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Flexibility helps dancers lift heavy objects

Question 11

Which of the following is NOT a benefit of flexibility?

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Increases muscle mass

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Reduces muscle tension

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Enhances range of motion

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Improves coordination

Question 12

Static stretching is a type of stretching that involves:

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Holding a stretch for a period of time

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Using weights to increase resistance

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Moving through a range of motion

Question 13

Which of the following stretches targets the hamstrings?

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Toe touch

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Calf stretch

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Leg swing

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Shoulder roll

Question 14

When stretching, it's important to:

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Breathe deeply and relax into the stretch

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Push through the pain or discomfort

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Hold your breath and tense your muscles

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Stretch only one side of your body at a time

Question 15

Which of the following activities is beneficial for improving flexibility?

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Yoga

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Weightlifting

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Running

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Cycling

Question 16

Dynamic stretching involves:

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Moving through a range of motion while actively stretching

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Holding a stretch for an extended period

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Using weights to increase the intensity of the stretch

Question 17

How often is it recommended to stretch?

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2-3 times per week

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Only when you feel tight

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Daily

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Once a month

Question 18

Which of the following statements about flexibility is true?

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Flexibility can decline with age

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Flexibility is only important for athletes

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Flexibility is not related to overall health

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Flexibility can be improved at any age

Question 19

What is the primary purpose of warming up before stretching?

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To prepare the muscles for stretching

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To reduce the risk of injury

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To increase flexibility

Question 20

Which of the following is a common mistake when stretching?

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Stretching too quickly

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Stretching too slowly

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Stretching only the major muscle groups

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Holding a stretch for too short a time