Physical Activity for Year 5: Importance, Types, and Benefits

Question 1

Which type of exercise is best for improving heart and lung health?

Accepted Answer

Running or swimming

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Building muscles

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Stretching

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Yoga

Question 2

What is the name of the chemical in your body that makes you feel happier after exercise?

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Endorphins

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Cortisol

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Adrenaline

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Dopamine

Question 3

True or False: Exercise can help increase your energy levels.

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True

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False

Question 4

What should you do if you feel pain or discomfort during exercise?

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Stop exercising and rest

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Push through the pain

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Take painkillers

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Exercise for a longer duration

Question 5

Which of the following is a healthy snack to eat after exercise?

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Banana and peanut butter

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Bag of crisps

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Chocolate bar

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Pizza

Question 6

How often should children and young people do physical activity that makes their hearts pump faster?

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Every day

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Two or three times a week

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Once a week

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Never

Question 7

Which of the following is NOT a benefit of regular exercise for your health?

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Trouble sleeping at night

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Better heart and lungs

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Lower chance of getting overweight or obese

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More energy to do the things you enjoy

Question 8

True or False: You only get the benefits of exercise if you do it very hard.

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False

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True

Question 9

True or False: It's a good idea to warm up before exercise to get your body ready.

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True

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False

Question 10

Which of these is NOT something you should do when exercising?

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Push yourself to exercise more than your body can manage

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Take part in regular physical activity

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Listen to advice from grown-ups about exercise

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Tell an adult if you don't feel well while exercising

Question 11

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

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Decreased muscle strength

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Improved cardiovascular health

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Reduced risk of certain diseases

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Increased energy

Question 12

Which of the following activities is NOT considered aerobic exercise?

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Weightlifting

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Swimming

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Cycling

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Walking

Question 13

What is the primary role of muscles during exercise?

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To move the body

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To generate heat

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To transport oxygen

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To regulate blood sugar levels

Question 14

Exercise can have both physical and psychological benefits. Which of the following is a psychological benefit of exercise?

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Improved mood and reduced stress

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Increased heart strength

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Enhanced running speed

Question 15

Which type of physical activity helps to make our bones stronger?

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Lifting weights

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Swimming

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Cycling

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Jogging

Question 16

Which of the following is NOT part of a proper warm-up?

Accepted Answer

Holding stretches for a long time

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Dynamic stretching

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Light cardio

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Rest

Question 17

Which type of exercise can help to make your body more flexible?

Accepted Answer

Yoga

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Running

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Swimming

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Cycling

Question 18

What type of physical activity involves using large muscle groups and increasing your heart rate?

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Aerobic

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Anaerobic

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Strength building

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Flexibility

Question 19

True or False: The only place you can exercise is at the gym.

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False

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True

Question 20

What is the reason we cool down after exercise?

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To lower your heart rate gradually

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To prevent muscle soreness

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To improve flexibility

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To help you fall asleep

Question 21

True or False: It is important to drink plenty of water before, during, and after exercise.

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True

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False

Question 22

Which of the following is a good snack to refuel after exercise?

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Fruit and yogurt

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Chocolate bar

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Packet of crisps

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Slice of pizza

Question 23

How is cardiovascular exercise different from strength training?

Accepted Answer

Cardiovascular exercise focuses on the heart and lungs, while strength training focuses on muscles.

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Strength training focuses on the heart and lungs, while cardiovascular exercise focuses on muscles.

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Both cardiovascular exercise and strength training focus on the same body systems.

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There is no difference between cardiovascular exercise and strength training.

Question 24

Which of the following is a sign of a positive attitude towards physical activity?

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Seeing it as fun and enjoyable

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Avoiding it as much as possible

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Only doing it when you have to

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Complaining about it constantly

Question 25

What is a sign that you are exercising too intensely?

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Being out of breath and unable to talk

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Feeling slightly tired

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Sweating lightly

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Having a comfortable heart rate

Question 26

What is the difference between a sprint, which is short and intense, and a long-distance run, which is longer and less intense?

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A sprint is shorter and more intense, while a long-distance run is longer and less intense

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A sprint is longer and less intense, while a long-distance run is shorter and more intense

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They are the same type of exercise

Question 27

Which of the following is NOT a benefit of regular physical activity?

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Worse sleep quality

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Improved heart and lung health

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Increased muscle strength

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Reduced risk of being overweight or obese

Question 28

Which of the following is an example of a flexibility exercise, which helps your body move more easily?

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Stretching

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Jumping jacks

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Running

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Sit-ups

Question 29

Why is it important to cool down after exercising?

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To help your body recover and prevent muscle soreness

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To burn more calories

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To improve your performance in the next exercise

Question 30

What should you do if you experience pain during exercise?

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Stop exercising and get help from an adult or a doctor

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Ignore it and keep exercising

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Take a break and try again later

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Push through the pain

Question 31

Regular exercise can improve your overall health and well-being. Which of the following is NOT a benefit of regular exercise?

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Increased stress levels

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Reduced risk of heart disease

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Increased muscle strength

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Improved flexibility

Question 32

Which type of exercise involves repeated movements over an extended period of time, such as running or cycling?

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Aerobic exercise

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Anaerobic exercise

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Flexibility exercise

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Strength exercise

Question 33

Which of the following is NOT a good way to warm up before exercise?

Accepted Answer

Sitting down

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Stretching

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Jumping jacks

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Running in place

Question 34

Which of the following activities is considered anaerobic exercise?

Accepted Answer

Sprinting

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Running a marathon

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Swimming

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Cycling

Question 35

Which type of exercise helps to make your body more flexible?

Accepted Answer

Yoga

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Running

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Cycling

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Swimming

Question 36

Which of these is NOT a good way to stay active?

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Watching TV

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Playing with friends

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Joining a sports team

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Walking to school

Question 37

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

Accepted Answer

Decreased ability to think clearly

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Improved heart health

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Stronger muscles and bones

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Reduced risk of being overweight or obese

Question 38

What type of exercise helps to improve how flexible your body is?

Accepted Answer

Yoga

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Running

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Cycling

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Weightlifting

Question 39

When you feel tired after exercising, this is called:

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Muscle fatigue

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Physiological adaptation

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Cardiovascular strain

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Cognitive impairment

Question 40

What type of exercise is best for making your heart and lungs stronger?

Accepted Answer

Aerobic exercise

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Anaerobic exercise

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Resistance training

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Flexibility training

Question 41

Which organ in your body pumps blood around your body?

Accepted Answer

Heart

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Lungs

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Brain

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Stomach

Question 42

How does regular exercise affect how you feel?

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It can improve your mood

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It can make you feel worse

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It has no effect on how you feel

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It depends on what type of exercise you do

Question 43

Which of the following is NOT an advantage of regular physical activity?

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Increases risk of weight gain

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Boosts mood

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Improves heart health

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Strengthens muscles and bones

Question 44

How much physical activity is recommended for children and young people aged 5-18 each day?

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At least 60 minutes of moderate to vigorous-intensity physical activity

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At least 1 hour of moderate-intensity physical activity

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At least 30 minutes of light-intensity physical activity

Question 45

Which of the following is a good warm-up exercise?

Accepted Answer

Jumping jacks

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Bicep curls

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Sit-ups

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Push-ups

Question 46

Why is it important to cool down after exercise?

Accepted Answer

To lower your heart rate and temperature, and to help prevent muscle soreness.

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To help you lose weight.

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To increase your strength and endurance.

Question 47

Which of the following is a sign that you may be exercising too hard?

Accepted Answer

Feeling extremely tired

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Experiencing mild muscle soreness

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Sweating a moderate amount

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Having an increased appetite

Question 48

What is the best way to prevent injuries during exercise?

Accepted Answer

Warm up, cool down, and listen to your body.

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Push yourself to the limit every time you exercise.

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Exercise every day, even if you're tired.

Question 49

Which of the following is a good tip for staying motivated to exercise?

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Set realistic goals and choose activities you enjoy.

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Compare yourself to others and only exercise if you can beat them.

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Force yourself to exercise even if you don't want to.

Question 50

How can exercise help to improve your mood?

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It releases chemicals called endorphins, which have mood-boosting effects.

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It makes you tired, which can lead to a better night's sleep.

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It takes your mind off of your problems.