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Middle School Health and Physical Education

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What is the recommended amount of physical activity for children and adolescents?

  1. 30 minutes per day

  2. 1 hour per day

  3. 2 hours per day

  4. 3 hours per day


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), children and adolescents should get at least 1 hour of physical activity each day.

What are the three main types of physical activity?

  1. Aerobic, anaerobic, and flexibility

  2. Cardio, strength, and endurance

  3. Balance, coordination, and agility

  4. Speed, power, and reaction time


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The three main types of physical activity are aerobic, anaerobic, and flexibility.

What is the difference between aerobic and anaerobic exercise?

  1. Aerobic exercise uses oxygen, while anaerobic exercise does not.

  2. Aerobic exercise is more intense than anaerobic exercise.

  3. Aerobic exercise is longer in duration than anaerobic exercise.

  4. Aerobic exercise is better for weight loss than anaerobic exercise.


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Aerobic exercise is any activity that uses oxygen to produce energy, while anaerobic exercise is any activity that does not use oxygen to produce energy.

What are some examples of aerobic exercise?

  1. Running, swimming, and cycling

  2. Weightlifting, sprinting, and jumping

  3. Yoga, Pilates, and tai chi

  4. Walking, dancing, and gardening


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Examples of aerobic exercise include running, swimming, cycling, walking, dancing, and gardening.

What are some examples of anaerobic exercise?

  1. Sprinting, jumping, and weightlifting

  2. Running, swimming, and cycling

  3. Yoga, Pilates, and tai chi

  4. Walking, dancing, and gardening


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Examples of anaerobic exercise include sprinting, jumping, weightlifting, and other activities that involve short bursts of intense effort.

What is the importance of flexibility?

  1. It helps to prevent injuries.

  2. It improves range of motion.

  3. It reduces muscle soreness.

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Flexibility is important for preventing injuries, improving range of motion, and reducing muscle soreness.

What are some ways to improve flexibility?

  1. Stretching

  2. Yoga

  3. Pilates

  4. Tai chi


Correct Option:
Explanation:

Stretching, yoga, Pilates, and tai chi are all good ways to improve flexibility.

What is the difference between a balanced diet and a healthy diet?

  1. A balanced diet includes all food groups, while a healthy diet does not.

  2. A balanced diet is more restrictive than a healthy diet.

  3. A balanced diet is less nutritious than a healthy diet.

  4. There is no difference between a balanced diet and a healthy diet.


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

A balanced diet and a healthy diet are the same thing. They both include a variety of foods from all food groups in the right proportions.

What are the five food groups?

  1. Fruits, vegetables, grains, protein, and dairy

  2. Fruits, vegetables, grains, meat, and fish

  3. Fruits, vegetables, grains, sweets, and fats

  4. Fruits, vegetables, grains, snacks, and drinks


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The five food groups are fruits, vegetables, grains, protein, and dairy.

What is the importance of eating a healthy diet?

  1. It helps to maintain a healthy weight.

  2. It reduces the risk of chronic diseases.

  3. It improves mood and energy levels.

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Eating a healthy diet helps to maintain a healthy weight, reduce the risk of chronic diseases, and improve mood and energy levels.

What are some tips for eating a healthy diet?

  1. Eat plenty of fruits and vegetables.

  2. Choose whole grains over refined grains.

  3. Limit unhealthy fats.

  4. Choose lean protein sources.

  5. All of the above


Correct Option: E
Explanation:

Tips for eating a healthy diet include eating plenty of fruits and vegetables, choosing whole grains over refined grains, limiting unhealthy fats, and choosing lean protein sources.

What is the difference between a calorie and a nutrient?

  1. A calorie is a unit of energy, while a nutrient is a substance that the body needs to function.

  2. A calorie is a type of nutrient.

  3. A nutrient is a type of calorie.

  4. There is no difference between a calorie and a nutrient.


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

A calorie is a unit of energy, while a nutrient is a substance that the body needs to function. Nutrients include carbohydrates, proteins, fats, vitamins, and minerals.

What are the three macronutrients?

  1. Carbohydrates, proteins, and fats

  2. Vitamins, minerals, and water

  3. Fiber, sugar, and salt

  4. Calories, nutrients, and energy


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The three macronutrients are carbohydrates, proteins, and fats.

What are the six essential nutrients?

  1. Carbohydrates, proteins, fats, vitamins, minerals, and water

  2. Fiber, sugar, salt, calories, nutrients, and energy

  3. Vitamins, minerals, fiber, sugar, salt, and calories

  4. Calories, nutrients, energy, vitamins, minerals, and water


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The six essential nutrients are carbohydrates, proteins, fats, vitamins, minerals, and water.

What is the importance of sleep?

  1. It helps the body to repair itself.

  2. It improves mood and cognitive function.

  3. It reduces the risk of chronic diseases.

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Sleep is important for helping the body to repair itself, improving mood and cognitive function, and reducing the risk of chronic diseases.

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