Health and Fitness for Second Graders: Interactive Learning Quizzes

Question 1

What are some ways that sleep helps our bodies and minds stay healthy?

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Sleep helps our bodies rest and repair themselves.

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Sleep helps us think clearly and learn new things.

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Sleep helps us feel happy and energetic.

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Sleep helps us lose weight.

Question 2

What food is a good source of carbohydrates that can help us stay energized for physical activity?

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Banana

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Broccoli

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Chicken

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Water

Question 3

How does regular exercise help keep your bones healthy?

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It helps your body absorb more calcium from the food you eat.

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It helps reduce the risk of getting a condition called osteoporosis, where bones become weak and brittle.

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It helps make bones more flexible.

Question 4

When we exercise, our heart rate goes up. Why does this happen?

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Our heart needs to pump more oxygen-rich blood to our bodies.

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Our body releases more energy when our heart rate goes up.

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Our heart rate increases because our heart is getting tired.

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Our heart rate increases because we get nervous when exercising.

Question 5

Stretching is a type of exercise that helps your body move better. Why is stretching important?

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Stretching helps your joints move more easily and prevents stiffness.

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Stretching makes your muscles shorter and tighter.

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Stretching can make you taller.

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Stretching is only important for athletes.

Question 6

Which of these is NOT a benefit of exercising regularly?

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Feeling tired

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Building stronger muscles

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Improving heart health

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Burning off extra energy

Question 7

Which of these helps you stay healthy?

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Exercising regularly

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Eating junk food

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Skipping meals

Question 8

Which of these is NOT a healthy habit?

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Smoking a cigarette

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Eating plenty of fruits and vegetables

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Playing outdoors daily

Question 9

How can we keep our bodies healthy?

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Exercise and eat lots of vegetables

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Eat junk food and stay inside all day

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Never wash our hands or brush our teeth

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Stay up very late and never get enough sleep

Question 10

Which activity is not a healthy way to stay fit?

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Sitting in front of the TV all day

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Playing outside

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Eating fruits and vegetables

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Exercising regularly

Question 11

What is a healthy snack for a child?

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Banana

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Apple slices

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French fries

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Candy bar

Question 12

How can regular exercise benefit you?

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It can give you more energy.

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It can help you sleep better.

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It can make you more likely to get hurt.

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It can make you less flexible.

Question 13

Which food is not good for your body?

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Candy

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Apples

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Broccoli

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Brown rice

Question 14

What's a great way to keep your body active and healthy?

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Riding a bike

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Playing video games

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Watching TV

Question 15

What are some good things that can happen to our bodies when we exercise regularly?

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We might sleep better.

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Our bones might get stronger.

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We might feel happier.

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We could gain weight.

Question 16

Which of these foods is good for your body?

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Apple

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Candy bar

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Soda

Question 17

Which of these foods is a healthy choice?

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Apple

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Candy

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Soda

Question 18

Which food is NOT a fruit?

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Carrot

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Apple

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Banana

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Grapes

Question 19

Which of these is a healthy snack that has little sugar?

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An apple

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A candy bar

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A soda

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Potato chips

Question 20

What type of exercise makes your heart beat faster and your lungs work harder?

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Running

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Walking

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Yoga

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Stretching

Question 21

Which of these is a good way to make sure you get enough sleep?

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Go to bed around the same time each night

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Watch TV before bed

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Use a computer before bed

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Eat a big meal before bed

Question 22

Which part of your body helps you move?

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Muscles

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Skeleton

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Skin

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Heart

Question 23

Which of these is a good way to take care of your teeth?

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Brush your teeth twice a day

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Eat sugary foods

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Chew on ice

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Don't go to the dentist

Question 24

What is the best way to avoid getting sick?

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Wash your hands often

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Don't cover your mouth when you cough or sneeze

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Share food with others

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Don't get enough sleep

Question 25

Which of these is a good way to stay hydrated?

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Drink water

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Drink soda

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Eat salty foods

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Drink juice

Question 26

Which food group gives your body energy?

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Grains

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Fruits and vegetables

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Meat and beans

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Dairy

Question 27

What is the name of the fun exercise where you jump up and down?

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Jumping jacks

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Running

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Swimming

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Biking

Question 28

Which of these is a healthy choice for a snack?

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Fruit

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Candy bar

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Soda

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Chips

Question 29

What is the name of the system that helps us breathe clean air?

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Respiratory system

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Digestive system

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Circulatory system

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Nervous system

Question 30

Which of these activities is awesome for your heart?

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Playing outside

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Watching TV

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Playing video games

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Sitting in the car

Question 31

What is the best way to stay healthy?

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Eat healthy foods, exercise, and get lots of sleep

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Eat junk food, stay inside, and play video games

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Only eat vegetables

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Only exercise

Question 32

What is the best way to keep your teeth healthy and strong?

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Brush your teeth twice a day and floss once a day.

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Drink lots of soda and eat candy.

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Brush your teeth three times a day.

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Never go to the dentist.

Question 33

Which of these is the most important muscle in the human body?

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Heart

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Brain

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Stomach

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Leg

Question 34

Which food is a healthy choice that gives energy to our bodies?

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Fruit

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Candy

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Pizza

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Soda

Question 35

What's the best way to stay hydrated and avoid feeling thirsty?

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Drink lots of water

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Eat only juicy fruits

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Avoid exercising

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Only drink sugary drinks

Question 36

Which activity helps make our muscles stronger?

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Lifting weights

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Walking

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Running

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Swimming

Question 37

What's the difference between a carbohydrate and a protein?

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Carbohydrates give us energy, while proteins help build and fix our bodies.

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Proteins give us energy, while carbohydrates help build and fix our bodies.

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Carbohydrates and proteins both give energy.

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Carbohydrates and proteins both help build and fix our bodies.

Question 38

Which of these is not a physical activity?

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Watching TV

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Playing basketball

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Walking to school

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Doing chores

Question 39

Which activity is a type of aerobic exercise?

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Jumping jacks

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Weightlifting

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Yoga

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Sit-ups

Question 40

Which snack is a healthy choice?

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Popcorn

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French fries

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Candy bar

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Soda

Question 41

What food is a good source of calcium, which helps make our bones strong?

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Milk

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Apple

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Soda

Question 42

What is NOT a good way to make sure you eat enough fruits and vegetables?

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Drink a glass of fruit juice instead of eating a fruit.

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Eat a fruit or vegetable at every meal.

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Eat a salad every day.

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Add fruits or vegetables to your snacks.

Question 43

What is a healthy food to eat?

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Apple

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Yogurt

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Candy

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Soda

Question 44

What is a healthy snack option?

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Apple

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Granola bar

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Candy bar

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Bag of chips

Question 45

Which food is NOT good for your body?

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Candy

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Fruits

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Vegetables

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Whole wheat bread

Question 46

Why is it important to eat foods from all the different food groups?

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Because different foods give our bodies different nutrients.

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Because it makes our meals more colorful and fun.

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Because it helps us eat less.

Question 47

Which of these is NOT a benefit of exercise?

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Makes you more likely to get hurt

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Makes you feel more awake

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Helps you sleep better

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Lowers your chance of getting sick

Question 48

Which food is a great source of protein?

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Chicken

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Apple

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Broccoli

Question 49

Why should we choose healthy snacks like fruits and vegetables over sugary drinks and processed foods?

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Healthy snacks give us energy and help us grow.

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Sugary drinks and processed foods help us think better.

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Healthy snacks are harder to find and more expensive.

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Choosing healthy snacks doesn't affect our health.

Question 50

Why is it good to exercise regularly?

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Stronger muscles and bones

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Feeling happier

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Getting hurt more easily

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Gaining weight

Question 51

Which snack is the best choice for your body?

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Apple with peanut butter

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Potato chips

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Candy bar

Question 52

When we exercise, our bodies release special chemicals called endorphins. What do endorphins do?

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Make us feel good and help us relax

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Help us sleep better at night

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Make us stronger and faster

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Help us grow taller

Question 53

Which nutrient is essential for strong and healthy bones?

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Calcium

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Vitamin C

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Iron

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Potassium

Question 54

Which of these foods is a fruit?

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Apple

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Bread

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Cheese

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Chicken

Question 55

What is a fun way to stay healthy and fit?

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Playing basketball

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Watching TV

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Doing homework

Question 56

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

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Increased risk of injury

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Improved cardiovascular health

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Reduced risk of chronic diseases

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Improved sleep quality

Question 57

What's a fun way to stay active and get exercise?

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Play tag with friends

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Take a walk with family

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Watch TV

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Sit at a desk all day

Question 58

What are three different examples of physical activity that you can do with your friends or family?

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Going for a walk, swimming, and riding a bike.

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Eating healthy foods, getting enough sleep, and brushing your teeth.

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Watching TV, playing video games, and reading a book.

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Only doing physical activity at school in physical education class.

Question 59

Which of these is a healthy snack?

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Fruit salad with yogurt

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Candy bar

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Hamburger and fries

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Slice of pizza

Question 60

How does being more active benefit our health?

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It strengthens our hearts.

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It weakens our bones.

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It makes us feel more tired.

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It has no effect on our health.

Question 61

When we exercise, why does our heart beat faster?

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To pump more blood around our body

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To help us cool down

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To increase our blood sugar levels

Question 62

When we exercise, what do our muscles need most to keep working hard?

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Oxygen

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Water

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Sugar

Question 63

What food is a great choice to get protein?

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Chicken

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Apple

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Broccoli

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Rice

Question 64

What is a healthy snack choice?

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Apple

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Potato chips

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Candy bar