Body Composition for Second Graders: Maintaining a Healthy Weight

Question 1

Which of these is not a part of our body?

Accepted Answer

Plastic

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Water

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Bone

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Fat

Question 2

What is the main source of energy for our bodies?

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Carbohydrates

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Protein

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Fat

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Water

Question 3

Which of these is a healthy way to stay healthy?

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Eating lots of vegetables and fruits

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Drinking sugary drinks daily

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Sitting all day

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Skipping meals

Question 4

Which of these foods is a good source of fiber?

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Whole wheat bread

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Soda

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Candy bar

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French fries

Question 5

What is the difference between body fat percentage and weight?

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Body fat percentage measures how much fat is in our bodies, while weight measures how much our bodies weigh

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Body fat percentage measures how much we weigh, while weight measures how much fat is in our bodies

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They are the same thing

Question 6

What is the recommended amount of sleep for children our age?

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9-11 hours

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5-6 hours

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12-14 hours

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15-18 hours

Question 7

Which of these is a healthy way to stay at a good weight?

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Exercising often

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Eating lots of unhealthy foods

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Not eating any meals during the day

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Drinking lots of soda instead of water

Question 8

Which food is a good source of healthy fats?

Accepted Answer

Avocados

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Chips from a bag

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Fried chicken

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Candy

Question 9

True or False: Exercise can help us build strong muscles.

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True

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False

Question 10

What kind of exercise is best for making muscles stronger?

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Lifting weights

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Running fast

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Swimming in a pool

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Dancing to music

Question 11

Which food is a good source of protein?

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Eggs

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Fruits

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Soda

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Cookies

Question 12

Which food group is a good source of protein?

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Meat and beans

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Fruits

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Bread

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Dairy

Question 13

How much physical activity is recommended for children each day?

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30 minutes

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1 hour

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2 hours

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4 hours

Question 14

Which of the following is a healthy way to maintain a healthy weight?

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Exercising regularly

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Eating lots of candy and chips

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Skipping meals

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Drinking sugary drinks

Question 15

What is the ideal body fat percentage range for children?

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5-15%

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15-25%

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25-35%

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35-45%

Question 16

Which of the following is a sign that someone is underweight?

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Pale skin and sunken eyes

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Excess body fat

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Healthy energy levels

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Strong muscles

Question 17

How do we stay healthy and strong?

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Eating healthy foods and exercising

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Eating junk food and never exercising

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Not eating or exercising at all

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Sleeping all day

Question 18

Which of these is a healthy snack?

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Apple

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Candy bar

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Soda

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French fries

Question 19

Why is it good to eat different kinds of food?

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To get all the nutrients our bodies need

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To make our meals more colorful

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To avoid getting bored with our food

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Because our parents tell us to

Question 20

What is the difference between fat and muscle?

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Fat stores energy, while muscle burns it.

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Muscle stores energy, while fat burns it.

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Fat and muscle are the same thing.

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Muscle is good, while fat is bad.

Question 21

How often should you get active?

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Every day

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Three times a week

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Once a month

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Never

Question 22

Which of these is NOT a part of our bodies?

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Knowledge

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Fat

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Muscle

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Water

Question 23

What does it mean to maintain a healthy weight?

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To have a body composition that is within a healthy range

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To eat and exercise as much as you want

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To look like a model or actor

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To never get sick

Question 24

Which of these foods is a good source of protein?

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Chicken

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Candy

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Apple

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Soda

Question 25

What is the unit of energy used to measure the amount of energy in food?

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Calorie

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Joule

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Watt

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Ampere

Question 26

Which of the following is a healthy snack?

Accepted Answer

Apple with peanut butter

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Candy bar

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Bag of chips

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Soda

Question 27

What is the main difference between a healthy and an unhealthy diet?

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A healthy diet is high in fiber and low in fat, while an unhealthy diet is low in fiber and high in fat

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A healthy diet is high in calories, while an unhealthy diet is low in calories

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There is no difference between a healthy and an unhealthy diet

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A healthy diet is low in protein, while an unhealthy diet is high in protein

Question 28

What are the three main components of our body?

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Bones, muscles, and fat

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Skin, hair, and nails

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Brain, heart, and lungs

Question 29

Which type of food helps your body grow strong?

Accepted Answer

Protein, such as meat, fish, beans, and eggs

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Fruits and vegetables

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Candy and soda

Question 30

Which of these is a healthy breakfast choice?

Accepted Answer

Oatmeal with fruit and nuts

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Sugary cereal

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Candy bar

Question 31

What is the best way to lose weight and stay healthy?

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Eat healthy foods and exercise regularly

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Skip meals

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Take diet pills

Question 32

Which of these activities burns the most calories?

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Running

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Walking

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Sitting and watching TV

Question 33

What is the difference between healthy and unhealthy fat?

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Healthy fat is unsaturated, and unhealthy fat is saturated.

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Healthy fat comes from plants, and unhealthy fat comes from animals.

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Healthy fat is liquid at room temperature, and unhealthy fat is solid.

Question 34

What is the best way to stay healthy and fit?

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Eat healthy foods and exercise regularly

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Take diet pills

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Skip meals

Question 35

What type of food helps your body grow strong?

Accepted Answer

Protein

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Fruits and vegetables

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Candy

Question 36

Which of these is NOT part of your body composition?

Accepted Answer

Hair

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Fat

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Muscle

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Bone

Question 37

Which of these is a healthy way to gain weight?

Accepted Answer

Eat plenty of fruits, vegetables, whole grains, and lean protein.

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Eat sugary foods and drinks.

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Skip meals to save calories.

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Take weight gain supplements.

Question 38

We can describe our body composition in terms of ___.

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Fat, muscle, bones, and energy

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Fat and muscle only

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Bones and energy only

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Fat, sugar, water, and protein

Question 39

Children should get at least __ of exercise each day.

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30 minutes

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1 hour

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2 hours

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3 hours

Question 40

A healthy way to take care of your body and stay at a healthy weight is to ___.

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Eat healthy foods and exercise regularly

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Crash diet and skip meals

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Take weight-loss pills

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Restrict certain food groups

Question 41

Our bodies use fat mainly for ___.

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Storing energy

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Building muscle

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Protecting bones

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Keeping us warm

Question 42

When we don't exercise enough, our ___.

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Muscle mass decreases

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Muscle mass increases

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Muscle mass stays the same

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Muscle mass turns into fat

Question 43

Which of these foods is a good source of protein?

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Beans

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Candy

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Soda

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Chips

Question 44

Maintaining a healthy body weight ___.

Accepted Answer

Reduces the risk of health problems

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Makes you sleep worse

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Gives you less energy

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Makes you more likely to get sick

Question 45

If you need to lose weight, you should ___.

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Gradually eat less and exercise more

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Starve yourself

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Take diet pills

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Cut out entire food groups

Question 46

If you're worried about your weight, you should ___.

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Talk to a doctor or a registered dietitian

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Try fad diets and weight loss supplements

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Ignore the issue

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Only exercise when you feel like it

Question 47

Which type of exercise helps us stretch and make our muscles longer?

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Flexibility exercises

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Aerobic exercise

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Strength training

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Anaerobic exercise

Question 48

Which of the following activities is a fun and healthy way to exercise for children?

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Playing outside

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Watching TV

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Sitting at the computer

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Eating junk food

Question 49

Which of these foods is high in sugar?

Accepted Answer

Candy

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Apple

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Broccoli

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Yogurt

Question 50

What is NOT a benefit of regular exercise?

Accepted Answer

Faster aging

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Stronger bones and muscles

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Improved heart health

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Reduced risk of chronic diseases

Question 51

Which of the following is the best way to lose weight?

Accepted Answer

Eating healthy foods and exercising regularly

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Extreme dieting

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Taking weight loss pills

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Skipping meals

Question 52

What is the best way to stay hydrated?

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Drinking plenty of water throughout the day

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Drinking only when you are thirsty

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Drinking only sugary drinks

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Drinking only milk

Question 53

What is a healthy snack choice?

Accepted Answer

Carrot

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Bag of potato chips

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Candy bar

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Glass of soda

Question 54

Which of the following is **not** a part of your body?

Accepted Answer

Your favorite toy

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Fat

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Muscle

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Water

Question 55

Which of the following is a healthy habit to help you stay fit?

Accepted Answer

Playing outside

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Skipping breakfast

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Eating only candy

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Staying up late to watch TV

Question 56

What is the difference between fat and muscle?

Accepted Answer

Fat stores energy, while muscle helps us move.

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Fat is heavier than muscle.

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Muscle is more important than fat.

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Fat is only found in adults.

Question 57

Which of these activities can help you build muscle?

Accepted Answer

Lifting weights

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Playing video games

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Watching TV

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Sitting on the couch

Question 58

What is the best way to lose weight in a healthy way?

Accepted Answer

Exercising regularly and eating healthy foods

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Skipping meals

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Taking special pills

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Eating only vegetables

Question 59

Which of these foods has protein?

Accepted Answer

Chicken

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Candy

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Soda

Answer

Chips