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Chapter 12 Physical Activity and Fitness

Total questions: 20

Worksheet time: 10mins

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1.

Directions: Match each term in the left column with the best definition in the right column. Write the letter of your choice in the space provided.

all rhythmic activities that use large muscle groups for an extended period of time

a

a dangerously low body temperature

b

exercising at a level that’s beyond your regular daily activities

c

any form of movement that causes your body to use energy

d

gentle cardiovascular activity that prepares the muscles for work

e

2.

I. Directions: Match each term in the left column with the best definition in the right column. Write the letter of your choice in the space provided. 3. overload

a dangerously low body temperature

gentle cardiovascular activity that prepares the muscles for work

any form of movement that causes your body to use energy

exercising at a level that’s beyond your regular daily activities

gentle cardiovascular activity that prepares the muscles for work

any form of movement that causes your body to use energy

all rhythmic activities that use large muscle groups for an extended period of time

a dangerously low body temperature

exercising at a level that’s beyond your regular daily activities

all rhythmic activities that use large muscle groups for an extended period of time

3.

Directions: Match each term in the left column with the best definition in the right column. Write the letter of your choice in the space provided.

a dangerously low body temperature

gentle cardiovascular activity that prepares the muscles for work

any form of movement that causes your body to use energy

exercising at a level that’s beyond your regular daily activities

exercising at a level that’s beyond your regular daily activities

any form of movement that causes your body to use energy

all rhythmic activities that use large muscle groups for an extended period of time

a dangerously low body temperature

gentle cardiovascular activity that prepares the muscles for work

all rhythmic activities that use large muscle groups for an extended period of time

4.

Exercise is

a)

purposeful activity that is planned, structured, and repetitive.

b)

a form of cardiovascular disease.

c)

any form of movement that causes your body to use energy.

d)

a way of life that involves unhealthful weight gain.

5.

Which activity is an example of anaerobic exercise?

a)

Lifting a 50-kg weight off the floor

b)

Jogging 1500 meters on a track

c)

Dancing in an hour-long ballet

d)

Freestyle swimming 800 meters

6.

The best way to improve flexibility is with

a)

aerobic exercises.

b)

stretching exercises.

c)

isokinetic exercises.

d)

weight-bearing exercises

7.

How many minutes of physical activity should teens get most days of the week?

a)

10 minutes

b)

30 minutes

c)

45 minutes

d)

60 minutes

8.

Which of the following is NOT a symptom of heat exhaustion?

a)

Heavy sweating

b)

Cold, clammy skin

c)

Very slow pulse

d)

Shortness of breath

9.

Write a plus (+) in the space provided if the statement is true. If the statement is false, cross out the underlined word or phrase and write the correct word or phrase in the space provided. Regular physical activity strengthens the heart muscle.

a)

True

b)

False

10.

A sedentary life is a way of life that involves much physical activity.

a)

True

b)

False

11.

You can evaluate your cardiorespiratory endurance by doing a three-minute “step test.”

a)

True

b)

False

12.

Write a plus (+) in the space provided if the statement is true. If the statement is false, cross out the underlined word or phrase and write the correct word or phrase in the space provided. Regular anaerobic exercise reduces your risk of cardiovascular disease.

a)

True

b)

False

13.

Pushing against a wall is an example of an isometric exercise. True or False?

a)

True

b)

False

14.

Different types of activity are useful for improving different elements of fitness. True or False?

a)

True

b)

False

15.

You need at least three balanced workouts a week to maintain overall fitness.

a)

True

b)

False

16.

As your fitness level increases, your resting heart rate will rise.

a)

True

b)

False

17.

Trying to “play through the pain” could make an injury better.

a)

True

b)

False

18.

Heatstroke is a condition in which the body loses its ability to warm itself through perspiration.

a)

True

b)

False

19.

Physical activity benefits all three sides of your health triangle. Identify two benefits for each.

a)

Improves physical health and mental well-being

b)

Enhances social connections and emotional stability

c)

Boosts energy levels and reduces stress

d)

All of the above

20.

What are five elements of fitness? Define each element.

a)

Cardiovascular endurance, muscular strength, muscular endurance, flexibility, body composition

b)

Speed, agility, balance, coordination, reaction time

c)

Power, speed, agility, balance, coordination

d)

Flexibility, balance, coordination, reaction time, speed