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HEALTH QUIZ on Chapter 12 "Physical Activity & Fitness"

Total questions: 52

Worksheet time: 2hrs 44mins

Name
Class
Date
1.

Which of the following is a component of physical fitness?

a)

Flexibility

b)

Intelligence

c)

Creativity

d)

Patience

2.

Which of the following exercises is best for improving cardiovascular endurance?

a)

Yoga

b)

Running

c)

Weightlifting

d)

Pilates

3.

What is the primary benefit of strength training?

a)

Improved cardiovascular health

b)

Increased muscle strength

c)

Enhanced flexibility

d)

Better balance

4.
______________ is intense, short bursts of activity in which muscles work so hard they produce energy without using oxygen.
a)
anaerobic exercise
b)
muscular strength
c)
aerobic exercise
d)
cardiorespiratory endurance
5.
_____________ is any physical activity that uses large muscle groups, is rhythmic in nature, and can be continuously maintained for 20-30 minutes at a time.
a)
anaeroblic exercise
b)
muscular strength
c)
aerobic exercise
d)
cardiorespiratory endurance
6.

How can exercise help you live longer?

a)

By giving you immunity to certain viruses

b)

By strengthening your bones and nerves

c)

By reducing your risk of heart disease and diabetes

d)

By releasing endorphins and making you feel good

7.

Any movement that requires your body to use energy (burn calories).

a)

Physical Activity

b)

Physical Fitness

c)

Exercise

d)

Nutrition

8.

Physical activity that is planned, structured, and done repeatedly for the purpose of improving fitness is called:

a)

Exercise

b)

Cardio

c)

Flexibility

d)

Physical fitness

9.

The ability of the body to go through daily activities without being overly tired is known as____________.

a)

Cardio Fitness

b)

Physical Fitness

c)

Muscular Fitness

d)

Mental Fitness

10.
The ability of your joints to move through a full range of motion is called_____________.
a)
Elasticity 
b)
Mobility
c)
Stretching 
d)
Flexibility 
11.

What is physical fitness?

a)

The ability to do everyday tasks without getting tired.

b)

The way your body adapts to the stress of exercise.

c)

Any physical activities that improves your ability to complete tasks.

d)

All of the above.

12.
The ability of your muscles to exert force 
a)
Muscular Strength
b)
Muscular Endurance
c)
Flexibility
d)
Cardio-Respiratory Endurance
13.

The ability of your muscles to exert force for an extended period of time or for many repetitions

a)
Muscular Strength
b)
Muscular Endurance
c)
Cardio-Respiratory Endurance
d)
Flexibility
14.
Which is a good example of an activity that would increase flexibility?
a)
Playing basketball
b)
Yoga
c)
Golf
d)
Tennis
15.

Jane's ability to perform 45 pushups is an example of which component of fitness

a)
Cardio-Respiratory Endurance
b)
Muscular Endurance
c)
Muscular Strength
d)
Flexibility
16.

The Step Test is a fitness assessment that measures

a)
Flexibility
b)
Muscular Strength
c)
Cardio-Respiratory Endurance
d)
Muscular Endurance
17.
What  component would be most important to a long distance runner?
a)
Reaction time 
b)
Cardio-Respiratory Endurance
c)
Agility
d)
Muscular Strength
18.

The sit and reach tests which component of fitness?

a)
Endurance
b)
Flexibility
c)
Strength
d)
Body Composition
19.

Physical activity increases our

a)

Mental wellness (how well we think)

b)

Physical wellness (how well our bodies perform)

c)

Emotional wellness (how we feel)

d)

All of the above

20.

The number of times you exercise each week is the _________________ of workouts.

a)

Training Intervals

b)

Time

c)

Frequency

d)

Overload

21.

The difficulty level of your workouts determines the ____________________.

a)

Progression

b)

Type

c)

Frequency

d)

Intensity

22.

The duration a workout or phases last.

a)

Time

b)

Type

c)

Frequency

d)

Variation

23.

In order to improve my health through physical activity, I need to do activities at moderate to vigorous intensities. What is one way I can be sure I am working at a proper intensity?

a)

Measure heart rate during exercise

b)

Measure how much I am sweating during exercise

c)

Measure how sore I get after exercise

d)

Measure how much weight I lose after a workout

24.

The order of a well-designed workout is:

a)

workout, cool-down, warm-up

b)

stretch, warm-up, cool-down

c)

warm-up, workout, cool-down

d)

workout, cool-down, stretch

25.

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

26.

The best way to improve flexibility is with

a)

aerobic exercises.

b)

stretching exercises.

c)

isokinetic exercises.

d)

weight-bearing exercises

27.

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

28.

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

29.

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

a)

True

b)

False

30.

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

a)

True

b)

False

31.

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

a)

True

b)

False

32.

What is cardiovascular fitness and how can it be improved?

a)

Cardiovascular fitness is the ability of the heart, lungs, and blood vessels to supply oxygen to the muscles during physical activity. It can be improved through regular aerobic exercise.

b)

Cardiovascular fitness is the ability of the muscles to supply oxygen to the heart, lungs, and blood vessels during physical activity. It can be improved through regular strength training.

c)

Cardiovascular fitness is the ability of the heart, lungs, and blood vessels to supply carbon dioxide to the muscles during physical activity. It can be improved through regular aerobic exercise.

d)

Cardiovascular fitness is the ability of the heart, lungs, and blood vessels to supply oxygen to the brain during physical activity. It can be improved through regular aerobic exercise.

33.

What is the definition of physical activity?

a)

Any mental activity that requires energy expenditure.

b)

Any movement that does not require energy expenditure.

c)

Any movement produced by smooth muscles that requires energy expenditure.

d)

Any bodily movement produced by skeletal muscles that requires energy expenditure.

34.

What are the benefits of regular physical activity?

a)

Decreased cardiovascular health, decreased muscle strength and endurance, weight gain, worsened mental health and mood, increased risk of chronic diseases, decreased overall quality of life

b)

Increased risk of chronic diseases, decreased mental health and mood, worsened overall quality of life

c)

No benefits at all

d)

Improved cardiovascular health, increased muscle strength and endurance, weight management, improved mental health and mood, reduced risk of chronic diseases, improved overall quality of life

35.

What is the difference between physical activity and exercise?

a)

Physical activity is a term used to describe sedentary behavior.

b)

Physical activity is a type of exercise that is done indoors.

c)

Physical activity is any movement that requires energy expenditure, while exercise is a planned, structured, and repetitive form of physical activity with the goal of improving or maintaining physical fitness.

d)

Physical activity is a form of exercise that focuses on strength training.

36.

What is muscular strength and how can it be developed?

a)

Muscular strength is the amount of force a muscle can produce and it can be developed through resistance training exercises.

b)

Muscular strength is the endurance of the muscles and it can be developed through long-distance running.

c)

Muscular strength is the flexibility of the muscles and it can be developed through stretching exercises.

d)

Muscular strength is the ability to lift heavy weights and it can be developed through cardio exercises.

37.

What is flexibility and why is it important for physical fitness?

a)

Flexibility is the ability of joints and muscles to move through their full range of motion. It is important for physical fitness because it improves posture, reduces the risk of injuries, enhances athletic performance, and increases overall mobility.

b)

Flexibility is the ability of joints and muscles to move through their full range of motion. It is important for physical fitness because it helps with weight loss, increases bone density, and improves brain function.

c)

Flexibility is the ability of joints and muscles to move through their full range of motion. It is important for physical fitness because it helps build muscle strength, improves cardiovascular endurance, and boosts immune system.

d)

Flexibility is the ability of joints and muscles to move through their full range of motion. It is important for physical fitness because it helps with digestion, reduces stress levels, and improves sleep quality.

38.

What is body composition and how does it relate to physical fitness?

a)

Body composition is the measurement of height, weight, and body mass index. It relates to physical fitness by determining if a person is underweight, normal weight, overweight, or obese.

b)

Body composition is the proportion of fat, muscle, bone, and other tissues in the body. It relates to physical fitness by influencing overall health and performance.

c)

Body composition is the ratio of muscle mass to fat mass in the body. It relates to physical fitness by determining if a person has a high or low muscle-to-fat ratio.

d)

Body composition is the amount of water in the body. It relates to physical fitness by affecting hydration levels and overall performance.

39.

What are some examples of aerobic exercises?

a)

weightlifting

b)

yoga

c)

jumping jacks

d)

running, swimming, cycling, dancing

40.

What are some guidelines for safe and effective physical activity?

a)

Skipping the warm-up and cool-down

b)

Pushing yourself to the limit during every workout

c)

Some guidelines for safe and effective physical activity include: warming up and cooling down before and after exercise, wearing appropriate clothing and footwear, staying hydrated, listening to your body and not pushing yourself too hard, gradually increasing the intensity and duration of your workouts, and consulting with a healthcare professional before starting a new exercise program.

d)

Wearing inappropriate clothing and footwear

41.

Involving little physical activity is

a)

active

b)

Sedentary

c)

Boring

d)

Toxic

42.

What is a rhythmic activity that uses large muscle groups for an extended period of time?

a)

Aerobic exercise

b)

Anaerobic exercise

c)

Yoga

d)

Tennis

43.

Intense, short bursts of activity in which the muscles work so hard that they produce energy with out using oxygen.

a)

Aerobic exercise

b)

Anaerobic exercise

c)

Tired

d)

Boring

44.

All of the following are considered exercises that can improve your flexibility except

a)

yoga

b)

tai chi

c)

jogging

d)

Pilates

45.

When choosing activities for a physical activity program, which of the following factors should be considered?

a)

Uniform

b)

Where you live

c)

Level of health

d)

Time and place

e)

Personal Safety

46.

The principle of overload is...

a)

gradual increase in overload necessary to acheive higher levels of fitness

b)

Working the body harder than normal

c)

particular exercises and activities to improve particular areas of health and fitness

47.

Why is the warm up an important aspect of a workout?

a)

It is not

b)

It prepares the muscles to return to a resting state

c)

It is the activity performed at its highest peak

d)

It prepares the muscles for work

48.

Physical activity increases our

a)

Mental wellness (how well we think)

b)

Physical wellness (how well our bodies perform)

c)

Emotional wellness (how we feel)

d)

All of the above

49.

Refers to the range of motion you have around a given joint.

a)

Cardiovascular Endurance

b)

Body Composition

c)

Flexibility

d)

Muscular Strength

e)

Muscular Endurance

50.

Part of participating in a fitness program involves watching the weather for safe conditions to participate outside. To maintain safe workout conditions outside in winter

a)

always wear a hat and gloves

b)

always, wear a hat, gloves and dress in layers for insulation

c)

none of the above

d)

none of the above

51.

Exercising in the cold means you will need to take in less fluids?

a)

True

b)

False

52.

Frostbite and Hypothermia are the same things?

a)

True

b)

False