Health and Fitness for Year 4: Improve Your Physical Well-being

Question 1

Which of these is NOT a team sport?

Accepted Answer

Swimming

Answer

Football

Answer

Basketball

Question 2

What's the difference between aerobic and anaerobic exercise? Give an example of each.

Accepted Answer

Aerobic exercise uses oxygen to create energy, like running or swimming. Anaerobic exercise doesn't use oxygen, like sprinting or weightlifting.

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Aerobic exercise makes you breathe heavily, while anaerobic exercise doesn't.

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Aerobic exercise is good for your heart, while anaerobic exercise isn't.

Question 3

What is the main reason why eating a balanced diet is important for our health?

Accepted Answer

It gives our bodies the nutrients they need to work well.

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It helps us keep a healthy weight.

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It makes our skin and hair look nice.

Question 4

You see an ad for a new fitness supplement that says it can help you lose weight fast. How can you tell if this information is reliable?

Accepted Answer

Look for sources or references that back up the claims in the ad.

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Check if the ad is on a well-known website.

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Ask your friends if they've heard of the supplement.

Question 5

Which of the following statements about processed and whole, unprocessed foods is true?

Accepted Answer

Whole, unprocessed foods provide essential nutrients for good health.

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Processed foods have more nutrients than whole, unprocessed foods.

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Processed foods are always unhealthy and should not be eaten.

Question 6

What is NOT an important part of living a healthy life?

Accepted Answer

Smoking

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Exercising regularly

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Eating healthy foods

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Getting enough sleep

Question 7

What is a true statement about getting enough sleep?

Accepted Answer

It can help you concentrate and make better decisions.

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It means never waking up tired.

Question 8

What can help you feel full and eat less?

Accepted Answer

Drinking water before meals

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Eating lots of sugary snacks

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Skipping meals

Question 9

Who is the most reliable source for health and fitness advice?

Accepted Answer

A doctor or nurse

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A friend or family member

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A post on social media

Question 10

How can breathing exercises and meditation help us stay healthy?

Accepted Answer

They help us relax when we're stressed, which can improve sleep and boost our immune system.

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They can make us feel happier and more alert.

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They only benefit our minds, not our bodies.

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They can cure all our illnesses.

Question 11

How do exercise, healthy eating, and happiness work together to improve our overall health?

Accepted Answer

Exercise helps us feel happy, healthy eating gives us energy for exercise, and happiness helps us make healthy eating choices.

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They are not connected to each other.

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Exercise keeps our bodies healthy, healthy eating makes our brains work well, and happiness has no effect on the other two.

Question 12

When playing sports, it is important to follow the rules and play fairly. What should you do if you see someone cheating?

Accepted Answer

Tell the referee or coach immediately

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Ignore it and focus on your own game

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Talk to the person who is cheating and ask them to stop

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Join in and cheat yourself

Question 13

Which of these is NOT an advantage of playing team sports?

Accepted Answer

More time spent on screens

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Improved physical fitness

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Better teamwork and collaboration skills

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Lower risk of obesity

Question 14

How do our genes and everyday actions, like exercising and eating well, affect our health and fitness?

Accepted Answer

Our genes set the foundation for our health and fitness, and our lifestyle choices can help or hurt this foundation.

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Our genes alone determine our health and fitness, and our daily choices don't matter.

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Our health and fitness are only decided by our daily choices, and genes don't have any effect.

Question 15

How can people overcome challenges to being active and live healthier lives?

Accepted Answer

Make physical activity a priority and set achievable goals.

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Wait until they have lots of free time to start exercising.

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Only do activities they enjoy and avoid challenging ones.

Question 16

How can people stay at a healthy weight and avoid becoming overweight?

Accepted Answer

Eat a variety of healthy foods, exercise regularly, and drink plenty of water.

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Skip meals and only eat when very hungry.

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Drink lots of sugary drinks and eat lots of processed foods because they give you energy.

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Take weight loss supplements without talking to a doctor.

Question 17

Which of these is an unhealthy eating habit?

Accepted Answer

Skipping breakfast to save calories

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Eating plenty of fruits and vegetables

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Limiting sugary snacks and drinks

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Choosing wholegrain foods over refined grains

Question 18

What kind of environment helps you stay healthy and active?

Accepted Answer

One where there are lots of fun ways to be active and eat healthy foods.

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One where you have to pay to go to the gym.

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One where you can't get any unhealthy food.

Question 19

How can you fit exercise into your day if you're short on time?

Accepted Answer

Break your exercise into short chunks and do them throughout the day.

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Skip exercise altogether.

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Only exercise on weekends.

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Hire a personal trainer.

Question 20

When considering supplements, it's crucial to weigh the potential risks and benefits. Which of the following is a possible risk of taking supplements?

Accepted Answer

Allergic reactions or side effects

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Increased muscle growth

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Improved athletic performance

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Increased energy levels

Question 21

How does eating healthy foods help us do better in sports and other physical activities?

Accepted Answer

It gives our muscles energy to move.

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It helps us stay cool and hydrated.

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It helps our muscles recover after exercise.

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It helps us digest food better.

Question 22

Why is it important to warm up before playing games or doing exercise?

Accepted Answer

Warming up helps to stop you getting hurt.

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Warming up helps you burn more energy.

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Warming up helps you get tired quicker.

Question 23

Plan an exercise routine you can do at home to strengthen your heart and muscles.

Accepted Answer

Jumping jacks, push-ups, squats, and running in place

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Stretching, walking, and playing tag

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Lifting weights, doing sit-ups, and running sprints

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Swimming, cycling, and yoga

Question 24

What are three important things that can affect a person's well-being and what can we do to improve them?

Accepted Answer

Get enough sleep, eat healthy foods, and exercise regularly.

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Only friends and family can affect a person's well-being.

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There is nothing we can do to improve our well-being.

Question 25

Regular exercise can help improve your heart and make your bones stronger. Which of the following is NOT a benefit of regular exercise?

Accepted Answer

Increased stress levels

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Lower risk of getting sick

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Stronger muscles

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Improved sleep

Question 26

Which of these foods helps your body build and repair itself?

Accepted Answer

Protein

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Carbohydrates

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Vitamins

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Minerals

Question 27

What kind of food is a good source of fibre?

Accepted Answer

Wholewheat bread

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Candy

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Crisps

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Chocolate

Question 28

If you get a small cut, what should you do first?

Accepted Answer

Clean the wound and stop the bleeding

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Put ice on the wound

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Cover the wound without cleaning it

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Leave the wound open to the air

Question 29

Which of these activities is good for your heart and lungs?

Accepted Answer

Running

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Playing video games

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Sitting at your desk

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Watching TV

Question 30

Which part of your body helps you fight off germs?

Accepted Answer

Immune system

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Digestive system

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Respiratory system

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Nervous system

Question 31

What is the best way to stay hydrated?

Accepted Answer

Drink plenty of water

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Drink sugary drinks

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Eat salty snacks

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Avoid drinking any fluids

Question 32

Regular exercise can help you sleep better. Is this statement true or false?

Accepted Answer

True

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False

Question 33

How much exercise should children and young people aged 5-18 do each day?

Accepted Answer

30 minutes

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1 hour

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2 hours

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As much as they want

Question 34

Which of the following foods is a good source of protein?

Accepted Answer

Meat

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Fruit

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Vegetables

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Bread

Question 35

What is the main job of the heart?

Accepted Answer

To pump blood

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To digest food

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To breathe

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To think

Question 36

What should you do if you feel dizzy or faint while exercising?

Accepted Answer

Stop and rest

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Keep exercising

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Walk around

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Drink more water

Question 37

Which of the following is a good way to warm up before exercise?

Accepted Answer

Stretching

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Running in place

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Doing push-ups

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Playing a game

Question 38

What is the difference between aerobic and anaerobic exercise?

Accepted Answer

Aerobic exercise uses more oxygen than anaerobic exercise

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Anaerobic exercise uses more oxygen than aerobic exercise

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Aerobic exercise is more intense than anaerobic exercise

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Anaerobic exercise is more intense than aerobic exercise

Question 39

Which of the following is NOT a component of physical fitness?

Accepted Answer

Intelligence

Answer

Cardiovascular endurance

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Muscular strength

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Flexibility

Question 40

What is the best way to stay healthy and fit?

Accepted Answer

Eat healthy foods, exercise regularly, and get enough sleep

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Watch TV, play video games, and eat junk food

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Only exercise when you feel like it

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Sleep all day and night

Question 41

Regular exercise can help improve your heart health. Is this true or false?

Accepted Answer

True

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False

Question 42

What type of food should we eat the most, according to the food pyramid?

Accepted Answer

Fruits and vegetables

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Meat and dairy products

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Sugary drinks

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Processed foods

Question 43

Which of these is NOT a part of a healthy lifestyle?

Accepted Answer

Smoking

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Regular exercise

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Balanced nutrition

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Enough sleep

Question 44

What is the meaning of 'aerobic exercise'?

Accepted Answer

Exercise that makes your heart beat faster

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Exercise that builds muscles

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Exercise that improves flexibility

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Exercise that increases speed

Question 45

What is the main job of our skeleton?

Accepted Answer

To protect our body

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To make red blood cells

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To digest food

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To carry oxygen

Question 46

Which of these is a skill-related part of fitness?

Accepted Answer

Balance

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Heart and lung fitness

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Flexibility

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Muscle strength

Question 47

What is the purpose of warming up before exercise?

Accepted Answer

To get your body ready for exercise

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To cool down your body after exercise

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To make your heart beat faster

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To stretch your muscles

Question 48

What is a sign that you might be dehydrated?

Accepted Answer

Dark yellow urine

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Frequent headaches

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Feeling more energetic

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Better digestion

Question 49

What should you do if you get a muscle cramp?

Accepted Answer

Gently stretch the muscle

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Ignore it and keep exercising

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Massage the muscle hard

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Put ice on the muscle

Question 50

Which of these activities is NOT a good way to get your body moving?

Accepted Answer

Watching TV

Answer

Playing a sport

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Going for a walk

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Riding a bike

Question 51

Which of these is NOT a benefit of exercising regularly?

Accepted Answer

Increased tiredness

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Better sleep

Answer

Improved mood

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Stronger bones

Question 52

How are exercise and physical activity different?

Accepted Answer

Exercise is planned and structured, while physical activity is any movement.

Answer

Physical activity is planned and structured, while exercise is any movement.

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Exercise and physical activity are the same thing.

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There is no difference between exercise and physical activity.

Question 53

Which of these factors does NOT influence a person's physical fitness?

Accepted Answer

How much you know

Answer

Genes

Answer

Age

Answer

What you eat

Question 54

What is the key to improving your overall health and happiness?

Accepted Answer

Living a balanced life with regular exercise, a healthy diet, and plenty of sleep.

Answer

Taking vitamins and supplements

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Ignoring your body and mind

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There is no way to improve your overall health

Question 55

How many portions of fruit and vegetables should children aim to eat each day to stay healthy?

Accepted Answer

4-5

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2-3

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6-7

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8-9

Question 56

Which of these is NOT a benefit of doing regular physical activity?

Accepted Answer

Feeling sadder

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A healthier heart

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Stronger muscles

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A reduced risk of getting sick

Question 57

What is the name of the type of food that gives our bodies energy?

Accepted Answer

Carbohydrates

Answer

Protein

Answer

Fat

Answer

Vitamins

Question 58

Which system in our body helps us to breathe?

Accepted Answer

Respiratory system

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Digestive system

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Muscular system

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Nervous system

Question 59

Which of these foods is a good source of calcium?

Accepted Answer

Milk

Answer

Bread

Answer

Orange

Answer

Chicken

Question 60

What is the name of the muscle that pumps blood around our bodies?

Accepted Answer

Heart

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Lungs

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Stomach

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Brain

Question 61

How much exercise does a child need every day?

Accepted Answer

At least 30 minutes

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At least 1 hour

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As much as they want

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None

Question 62

Which of these is a healthy snack?

Accepted Answer

Apple

Answer

Chocolate bar

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Crisps

Answer

Pizza

Question 63

Which of these muscles helps you bend your elbow?

Accepted Answer

Bicep

Answer

Tricep

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Thigh muscle

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Calf muscle

Question 64

What is the process called when your body changes food into energy?

Accepted Answer

Metabolism

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Breathing

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Digesting

Answer

Peeing