Quiz: Why Get Physical

Multiple-Choice Questions

1. According to the resource, what does "fitness" mean?
A) Doing a sport competitively
B) The ability to do daily tasks with energy and without getting tired
C) Attending a gym regularly
D) Having a fast heart rate

2. What is the definition of "physical activity" given in the resource?
A) Any bodily movement produced by skeletal muscles that requires energy expenditure
B) Only planned, structured exercise routines
C) Sitting for long periods with occasional stretching
D) Competitive sports played with a team

3. How is "exercise" different from physical activity, according to the resource?
A) Exercise requires no energy expenditure
B) Exercise is planned, structured, repetitive, and intentional movement to improve or maintain fitness
C) Exercise is the same as being sedentary
D) Exercise only refers to team sports

4. What is "overload" in the context of physical activity?
A) Exercising until injury occurs
B) Physical stress placed on the body when activity is greater in amount or intensity than usual
C) Doing too many different types of workouts in one day
D) A synonym for sedentary behavior

5. Which of the following is NOT listed as a physiological change that happens during overload?
A) Heart rate (pulse) increases
B) Respiration rate (breathing) increases
C) Skin changes color (pink) or has moisture (sweat)
D) Blood pressure decreases significantly

6. According to the "Two Truths and One Lie" activity, which statement is the LIE?
A) Regular physical activity decreases anxiety and stress
B) Regular physical activity increases self-esteem
C) Regular physical activity makes you more tired during the day
D) None of the above — all are true

7. Based on the Fitness Personality Quiz descriptions, which personality type is described as preferring to exercise alone, such as swimming, biking, or jogging?
A) Competitive
B) Social
C) Solitary
D) Relaxed

8. According to HHS (2012) guidelines cited in the resource, how much physical activity should adolescents and children get per day?
A) 30 minutes
B) 45 minutes
C) 60 minutes
D) 90 minutes

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Short-Answer Questions

9. Define "sedentary" as described in the resource, and list at least two negative effects (physical or emotional) linked to a sedentary lifestyle.

10. Explain the difference between "physical activity" and "exercise" using the definitions provided in the resource.

11. Using the resource's information, describe at least two benefits of regular physical activity for the mind (not just the body).

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Answer Key

1. B
2. A
3. B
4. B
5. D
6. C
7. C
8. C
9. Sedentary is characterized by much sitting and little physical exercise; inactivity. Negative effects may include: soreness/pain, tiredness, weakness, anxiety/sadness, less focus, muscle strain and breakdown, poor blood circulation, and increased risk of chronic diseases like Type 2 diabetes and heart disease.
10. Physical activity is any bodily movement produced by skeletal muscles that requires energy expenditure (this happens all the time, e.g., heart beating, breathing). Exercise is a subcategory of physical activity that is planned, structured, repetitive, and intentional, done specifically to improve or maintain physical fitness.
11. Answers may include: decreases anxiety and stress, increases self-esteem, improves mood/feelings of happiness, helps with clear-headedness/focus, and reduces negative emotions like anxiety and attention problems associated with a sedentary lifestyle.