Sedentary Lifestyles Quiz

What is a sedentary lifestyle?

• A lifestyle with no or irregular physical activity and excessive sitting

• A lifestyle focused on manual labor

• A lifestyle with frequent travel

• A lifestyle with regular physical activity

Which of the following is considered a sedentary behavior?

• Swimming in a pool

• Sitting at a desk at work

• Cycling to work

• Running at the park

What is one reason people are more sedentary now than in the past?

• Technology has affected housework and leisure

• Fewer people own cars

• People walk more frequently

• More people have manual jobs

Which health condition is associated with a sedentary lifestyle?

• Type 2 diabetes

• Asthma

• Skin allergies

• Common cold

What does recent research suggest about sedentary lifestyles?

• They are harmless if physical activity levels are met

• They improve mental health

• They can be harmful even if physical activity levels are met

• They reduce the risk of coronary heart disease

Which of the following is NOT a sedentary behavior?

• Watching TV at home

• Driving a car

• Playing computer games

• Walking to school

What does being sedentary mean?

• Sitting or lying down for extended periods when awake

• Standing for long periods

• Exercising regularly

• Sleeping for more than 8 hours

What is one solution to reduce sedentary behaviors?

• Altering small aspects of daily life

• Increasing screen time

• Driving more frequently

• Avoiding physical activity

Which of the following is a leisure activity that contributes to a sedentary lifestyle?

• Playing football

• Watching TV

• Gardening

• Jogging

What is one reason fewer people have manual jobs today?

• Improved public transportation

• Increased reliance on technology

• Higher demand for physical labor

• More people walking to work