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Nutrition and Physical Activity

Total questions: 28

Worksheet time: 21mins

Name
Class
Date
1.

Regular exercise will help you with...

a)

Deal with stress

b)

Think more clearly

c)

Raise your self-esteem

d)

All the above

2.

Resting heart rate __________ with improved fitness

a)

Increases

b)

Decreases

c)

Stays the same

d)

None of the above

3.

Regular exercise can decrease what?

a)

Fat in the body

b)

Joint flexibility

c)

Muscular Strength

d)

Mental Clarity

4.

What is defined as a lifestyle that results in a person being inactive for long periods of time with little to no physical activity?

a)

Active

b)

Rudimentary

c)

Vegan

d)

Sedentary

5.

Which activity does not improve physical fitness?

a)

Raking leaves

b)

Watching tv

c)

Walking to school

d)

Lifting weights

6.

The recommended amount of time daily for moderate-intensity aerobic activity for children and teens is:

a)

60 minutes

b)

45 minutes

c)

80 minutes

d)

10 minutes

7.

Which of the following best defines body composition?

a)

The amount of body weight based off skeletal mass

b)

The amount of weight due to fat, muscle and bone density

c)

Percentage of fat in the body

d)

The index of weight in relation to height

8.

What are some factors that influence the weight of a person?

a)

Genetics

b)

Eating Patterns

c)

Physical Activity

d)

All of the Above

9.

What was created in 2011 by the USDA to help individuals with dietary guidelines?

a)

MyPlate

b)

Nutrition Labels

c)

Food Additives

d)

Body Mass Index

10.

Which of the following is considered an active behavior?

a)

Playing video games

b)

Driving

c)

Running on a treadmill

d)

Using social media for hours

11.

___________ are example(s) of empty calories

a)

Added Sugars

b)

Saturated Fats

c)

Sodium

d)

All the above

12.

What is the name of the diet that promises significant weight loss while forcing the person to cut out certain food groups or macronutrients out of their daily diet?

a)

Vegan Diet

b)

Pescatarian Diet

c)

Fad Diet

d)

All the above

13.

Based off the provided nutritional label, how many grams of unsaturated fats does this product contain?

a)

8 Grams

b)

1 Gram

c)

7 Grams

d)

0 Grams

14.

True or False: Eating Disorders and Disordered Eating are the same thing

a)

True

b)

False

15.

_____ is an attempt to rid the body of food consumed.

a)

Purging

b)

Anemia

c)

Binge eating

d)

Constipation

16.

Dietary fiber is a simple protein that can be found in meats and dairy products.

a)

True

b)

False

17.

The body can survive only a few days without ____ before it becomes dehydrated and cannot cool itself.

a)

Vitamins

b)

Minerals

c)

Water

d)

Carbohydrates

18.

Which of the following is not a role for protein in the body?

a)

Builds Muscle

b)

Cools the body

c)

Transports oxygen throughout the body

d)

Fortifies skin, hair and nails

19.

Which nutrient is essential for building and repairing tissues in the body?

a)

Vitamins

b)

Proteins

c)

Carbohydrates

d)

Fats

20.

True or False: Consuming too many empty calories can lead to weight gain and poor nutrition.

a)

True

b)

False

21.

Which of the following activities is most likely to improve cardiovascular fitness?

a)

Playing board games

b)

Swimming laps

c)

Reading a book

d)

Watching movies

22.

Which of the following is a mineral found in milk?

a)

Iron

b)

Calcium

c)

Sodium

d)

Potassium

23.

Which mineral is crucial for oxygen transport in the blood?

a)

Calcium

b)

Iron

c)

Potassium

d)

Sodium

24.

What does the term "serving size" on a food label refer to?

a)

The amount of food typically consumed in one meal

b)

The recommended amount of food to eat in one sitting

c)

The amount of food in the entire package

d)

The amount of food that contains 100 calories

25.

What is the primary function of carbohydrates in the body?

a)

Build muscle

b)

Provide energy

c)

Repair tissues

d)

Regulate body temperature

26.

Which term describes a condition that results from people not eating the right amounts of nutrients?

a)

Undernutrition

b)

Malnutrition

c)

Overnutrition

d)

Nutrient-Dense

27.

Which of the following is not a benefit of physical activity?

a)

Improves mental and emotional health

b)

Strengthens bones and muscles

c)

Increases risk of certain diseases

d)

Helps maintain a healthy weight

28.

People who are overweight or obese are at an increased risk for

a)

Type 2 Diabetes

b)

Stronger Joints

c)

Improved Mental Health

d)

Nutrient Deficiencies