Exercise for Year 5: Benefits and Tips for Staying Active

Question 1

True or False: Regular exercise can positively impact our mental health.

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True

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False

Question 2

Which reason for avoiding exercise is NOT valid?

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Exercising in unfamiliar environments

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Feeling too exhausted

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Lack of available time

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Fear of injury

Question 3

Which of the following is NOT a recommended way to cool down after exercise?

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Taking a cold shower

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Stretching

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Walking slowly

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Deep breathing exercises

Question 4

True or False: Ignoring your body's signals and pushing through pain during exercise is recommended.

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False

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True

Question 5

Which of these is NOT a benefit of regular exercise?

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Greater risk of injuries

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Improved heart and blood vessel health

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Reduced risk of becoming overweight or obese

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Increased muscle strength

Question 6

What is the main purpose of a warm-up before exercise?

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To prepare your body for activity

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To increase your heart rate

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To stretch your muscles

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To prevent injuries

Question 7

Which of these is NOT a benefit of regular exercise?

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Increased chance of getting injured

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Improved heart and lung health

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Stronger bones and muscles

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Reduced risk of becoming overweight

Question 8

What is the main benefit of regular exercise for your body?

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It helps your heart work better

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It makes you stronger

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It helps you lose weight

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It improves balance

Question 9

What do the letters RICE mean in first aid for exercise injuries?

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Rest, Ice, Compression, Elevation

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Resume, Increase, Continue, Educate

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Relax, Ice, Cool, Exercise

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Run, Ice, Compress, Elevate

Question 10

Why is it crucial to rest and allow your body to recover after exercising?

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Rest allows muscles to repair and grow stronger.

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Recovery helps prevent injuries.

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Rest is not necessary after exercising.

Question 11

Which of these activities is NOT a benefit of regular exercise?

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Increased risk of accidents

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Improved physical fitness

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Enhanced mental well-being

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Better sleep

Question 12

Which of the following is NOT an example of aerobic exercise?

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Weightlifting

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Running

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Swimming

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Cycling

Question 13

What do the letters in the acronym FITT stand for when referring to exercise planning?

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Frequency, Intensity, Time, Type

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Fitness, Interval, Training, Time

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Frequency, Intensity, Technique, Type

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Fitness, Intensity, Technique, Time

Question 14

Which of these is not a benefit of regular exercise?

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Trouble thinking clearly

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Improved heart health

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Increased flexibility

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Lower risk of getting sick

Question 15

How much moderate to vigorous physical activity should children aged 9-11 do each week?

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At least 2 hours

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At least 1 hour

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At least 3 hours

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As much as they want

Question 16

What is the main purpose of a cool-down after exercise?

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To slowly bring your heart rate and body temperature back to normal

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To make your muscles more flexible

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To prevent muscle soreness

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To increase your energy levels

Question 17

What is the difference between aerobic and anaerobic exercise?

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Aerobic exercise uses oxygen, while anaerobic exercise does not

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Anaerobic exercise uses oxygen, while aerobic exercise does not

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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 18

What is the main job of the heart during exercise?

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To pump oxygen-rich blood around your body

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To control your body temperature

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To store energy

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To protect your body from germs

Question 19

Which of these is NOT a good way to stay motivated to exercise?

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Compare yourself to others

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Set realistic goals

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Exercise with a friend

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Reward yourself for your effort

Question 20

What is the main purpose of a warm-up before exercising?

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To prepare the body for activity and reduce the risk of injury

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To stretch muscles

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To improve cardiovascular fitness

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To reduce muscle soreness

Question 21

Which of the following is NOT a healthy snack to refuel after exercise?

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Sweets

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Fruit

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Vegetable sticks

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Yogurt

Question 22

Which activity is NOT aerobic exercise?

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Weightlifting

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Swimming

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Cycling

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Running

Question 23

How does physical activity differ from exercise?

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

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

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Physical activity is more intense than exercise.

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There is no difference between physical activity and exercise.

Question 24

What should you do before exercising?

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Stretch your muscles

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Start running right away

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Lift heavy weights

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Skip breakfast

Question 25

What should you do if you feel pain while exercising?

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Stop and rest

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Ignore it and keep going

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Take a pain reliever

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Exercise through the pain

Question 26

What is a good way to measure the intensity of your exercise?

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You can talk but not sing

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You can sing but not whistle

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You can whistle but not run

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You can run and sing at the same time

Question 27

Which of these is not a good way to get regular exercise?

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Watching TV

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Playing tag

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Walking to school

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Dancing

Question 28

True or False: Exercise can only help you physically.

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False

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True

Question 29

Which of these exercises helps build muscle strength?

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Push-ups

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Jogging

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Swimming

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Cycling

Question 30

What should you do if you feel pain during exercise?

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Stop and rest

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Ignore the pain and keep going

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Stretch until the pain goes away

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Take painkillers

Question 31

Which of the following is NOT a benefit of regular exercise?

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Weight gain

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Improved heart health

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Reduced stress levels

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Increased confidence

Question 32

Exercise can make you feel ______.

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Happier and more relaxed

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Tired and irritable

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Neither happy nor sad

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Both happy and sad

Question 33

Which of the following is the difference between aerobic and anaerobic exercise?

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Aerobic exercise uses oxygen, while anaerobic exercise does not

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Anaerobic exercise uses oxygen, while aerobic exercise does not

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They are both the same type of exercise

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One requires more energy than the other

Question 34

Which of these is an example of a team sport?

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Football

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Swimming

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Cycling

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Running

Question 35

Why is it important to warm up before exercise?

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To prepare your body for exercise and reduce the risk of injury

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To make you sweat more

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To cool down your body after exercise

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To increase your heart rate

Question 36

Which of the following is a healthy way to stay active?

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Eating a balanced diet and getting regular exercise

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Playing video games

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Watching TV for hours

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Sleeping all day

Question 37

Which activity is an example of moderate exercise?

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Walking fast

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Running

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Riding a bike slowly

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Swimming

Question 38

How does exercise help your body's immune system?

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It makes it stronger

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It makes it weaker

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It has no effect on it

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It makes you more likely to get sick

Question 39

Which combination of exercise intensity, duration, and frequency is recommended for achieving overall fitness?

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Moderate, medium, most days of the week

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Very hard, short, daily

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Gentle, long, weekly

Question 40

How can the FITT principle guide you in designing a tailored exercise plan?

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It helps you determine the frequency, intensity, duration, and type of exercise.

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It only specifies the duration and intensity of exercise.

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It is exclusively applicable to professional athletes.

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It disregards your personal preferences for activities.

Question 41

To set realistic exercise goals, what's the best approach?

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Set a goal that's challenging but achievable.

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Set a goal that's really hard to reach.

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Set a goal that's easy to achieve.

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Set a goal that you don't care about.

Question 42

Which of the following is a benefit of regular exercise for Year 5 students?

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Improved fitness

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Poor sleep quality

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Reduced mental well-being

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Increased risk of injury

Question 43

Which of the following activities is NOT considered moderate-intensity exercise for children?

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Walking slowly

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Cycling

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Playing football

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Swimming

Question 44

What is the most effective way to incorporate regular exercise into a Year 5 student's daily routine?

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Make exercise fun and enjoyable

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Set unrealistic exercise goals

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Only exercise when feeling motivated

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Only exercise with friends

Question 45

What is the term for the amount of effort used during exercise?

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Intensity

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Duration

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Type

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Frequency

Question 46

What is the main difference between aerobic and anaerobic exercise?

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Aerobic exercise uses oxygen, while anaerobic exercise does not.

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Aerobic exercise is less intense than anaerobic exercise.

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Anaerobic exercise is better for children than aerobic exercise.