Fast Practice 1: Text 2

According to the text, why do most people think that exercise is important?

• People envision muscular activities

• People consider exercise beneficial

• Exercise is like professional sports

• Exercise is easy to incorporate

What does the American Heart Association recommend for exercise?

• 150 minutes of exercise a week

• 30 minutes of exercise a day

• Brisk walking can help meet exercise goals

• All of the above

What is a benefit of walking as mentioned in the text?

• You do not need special equipment

• It's suitable for daily steps

• It's probably perfect for wearing work clothes

• All of the above

According to the text, what are some benefits of walking?

• Burns over 100 calories

• Builds muscle in legs and core

• Does not strain the bones like high-impact exercises

• All of the above

What did a Harvard study find about people who walked at least 20 minutes a day?

• They have better immune systems

• They burn more calories

• They require less medical care

• They have stronger bones

What is the most likely reason the author uses a cause-and-effect organizational structure in the selection?

• To help the reader understand the common misunderstandings associated with exercising

• To help the reader understand the steps to follow when beginning a new exercise program

• To help the reader understand the ways to introduce a variety of exercises into daily life

• To help the reader understand the advantages of adopting a regular exercise routine

Which inference about walking is supported by the information in paragraph 2?

• Skilled athletes can complete their daily walk in a few minutes

• People have trouble finding time in their day to walk

• Longer walks may be difficult for beginners to complete

• Moving at a fast pace makes walking a more enjoyable experience

Why does the author include this sentence in paragraph 1: "When people think of exercise, they probably envision someone muscular lifting hundreds of pounds on a barbell or swift and strong sprinters speeding along a racetrack."?

• to emphasize that the exercise routine of a sprinter should be followed for results

• to highlight that the proper equipment is needed for certain exercises

• to encourage people to start exercising, but seek those who can provide the proper training

• to appeal to those who fear exercise may be beyond their capabilities

In paragraph 5, in what way does the information about the findings in the Harvard study support the author's argument?

• The findings confirm that many people appreciate walking.

• The findings explain why people choose to take walks.

• The findings prove that walking has desirable results.

• The findings show how often people go for a walk.

Which phrase in paragraph 8 helps the reader understand the meaning of commonplace?

• increasing in popularity

• arrival of new technologies

• can set goals

• help themselves reach