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MUSCULAR SYSTEM DEFENSE

Total questions: 11

Worksheet time: 13mins

Name
Class
Date
1.

Which of these habits is essential for keeping muscles healthy?

a)
Regular exercise
b)

Skipping meals

c)
Eating junk food
d)

Sleeping less than 5 hours

2.

What small proteins do muscles release during exercise to reduce inflammation?

a)

Hormones

b)

Myokines

c)

Enzymes

d)

Antibodies

3.

What is one way heat shock proteins protect muscle cells?

a)

Building muscles

b)

Stabilizing cells

c)

Producing energy

d)

Fighting bacteria

4.

You just completed a long workout. What should you do next to help your muscles recover?

a)

Take a nap

b)

Drink water

c)

Skip dinner

d)

Keep exercising

5.

You’re teaching a younger sibling about muscles. Which fun fact can you share to explain their importance?

a)
  • Muscles are only for moving the body.

b)

Muscles release proteins that help fight diseases!

c)

Muscles don’t play a role in blood circulation.

d)

Muscles have no role in our immune system.

6.

Hydration is not important for muscle health.

a)
True
b)
False
7.

Muscles help the body defend against diseases by supporting the immune system.

a)
True
b)
False
8.

Skipping regular exercise increases the risk of chronic inflammation.

a)
True
b)
False
9.

Can you give an example of a daily activity where your muscles work to protect your body?

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10.

Why do you think maintaining strong muscles is important even if you aren’t an athlete?

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11.

Share one word that best describes the role of muscles in defending the body.

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