Hormonal Adaptations to Exercise: Interactive Learning Quizzes

Question 1

Which hormone is responsible for raising blood sugar levels during exercise?

Accepted Answer

Glucagon

Answer

Insulin

Answer

Adrenaline

Answer

Cortisol

Question 2

Which hormone is primarily responsible for regulating fluid and electrolyte balance during exercise?

Accepted Answer

Vasopressin

Answer

Insulin

Answer

Glucagon

Answer

Testosterone

Question 3

Which hormone is primarily responsible for the increase in heart rate and blood pressure during strenuous exercise?

Accepted Answer

Epinephrine

Answer

Norepinephrine

Answer

Testosterone

Answer

Insulin

Question 4

Which hormone is released in response to acute exercise, promoting the breakdown of glycogen for energy production?

Accepted Answer

Epinephrine

Answer

Testosterone

Answer

Insulin

Answer

Growth hormone

Question 5

Which of the following is NOT an effect of growth hormone on exercise adaptations?

Accepted Answer

Reduced bone density

Answer

Increased muscle mass

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Enhanced fat oxidation

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Improved protein synthesis

Question 6

Which hormone is associated with the 'fight or flight' response, increasing heart rate and blood pressure?

Accepted Answer

Epinephrine

Answer

Insulin

Answer

Glucagon

Answer

Testosterone

Question 7

Which hormone facilitates the release of fatty acids from adipose tissue for energy during exercise?

Accepted Answer

Epinephrine

Answer

Insulin

Answer

Glucagon

Answer

Cortisol

Question 8

Which hormone is NOT involved in the regulation of fluid and electrolyte balance during exercise?

Accepted Answer

Insulin

Answer

Epinephrine

Answer

Aldosterone

Answer

Antidiuretic hormone

Question 9

Which hormone is released in response to chronic exercise and plays a role in muscle growth and repair?

Accepted Answer

Growth hormone

Answer

Testosterone

Answer

Epinephrine

Answer

Insulin

Question 10

Which hormone triggers the release of glucose from the liver during exercise?

Accepted Answer

Glucagon

Answer

Insulin

Answer

Adrenaline

Answer

Cortisol

Question 11

How does adrenaline change the heart rate during physical activity?

Accepted Answer

Increases heart rate

Answer

Decreases heart rate

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No change in heart rate

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Increases heart rate only during intense exercise

Question 12

Which hormone is linked to the breakdown of muscle protein during extended exercise sessions?

Accepted Answer

Cortisol

Answer

Insulin

Answer

Glucagon

Answer

Growth hormone

Question 13

How does insulin influence the restoration of muscle glycogen after exercise?

Accepted Answer

Enhances glycogen resynthesis

Answer

Inhibits glycogen resynthesis

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No effect on glycogen resynthesis

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Enhances glycogen resynthesis only after high-intensity workouts

Question 14

Which hormone is associated with the 'second wind' sensation experienced by athletes?

Accepted Answer

Endorphins

Answer

Dopamine

Answer

Serotonin

Answer

Noradrenaline

Question 15

How does cortisol affect the immune system during physical activity?

Accepted Answer

Suppresses immune function

Answer

Boosts immune function

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No effect on immune function

Answer

Boosts immune function only during recovery from exercise

Question 16

Which of the following is not a function of growth hormone during exercise?

Accepted Answer

Reduces bone density

Answer

Promotes muscle growth

Answer

Increases fat metabolism

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Enhances protein synthesis

Question 17

How does adrenaline affect blood flow to muscles during physical activity?

Accepted Answer

Increases blood flow to muscles

Answer

Decreases blood flow to muscles

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No effect on blood flow to muscles

Answer

Increases blood flow only to type II muscle fibers

Question 18

Which hormone is involved in regulating body temperature during physical activity?

Accepted Answer

Thyroid hormone

Answer

Parathyroid hormone

Answer

Antidiuretic hormone

Answer

Adrenaline

Question 19

How does insulin affect fat metabolism during exercise?

Accepted Answer

Inhibits fat breakdown

Answer

Promotes fat breakdown

Answer

No effect on fat breakdown

Answer

Inhibits fat breakdown only during high-intensity exercise

Question 20

Which hormone is released by the pituitary gland in response to exercise, stimulating the release of cortisol?

Accepted Answer

Adrenocorticotropic hormone (ACTH)

Answer

Growth hormone

Answer

Antidiuretic hormone (ADH)

Answer

Thyroid hormone

Question 21

What is the primary function of cortisol in the body during exercise?

Accepted Answer

Mobilize energy stores

Answer

Reduce inflammation

Answer

Increase heart rate

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Stimulate muscle growth

Question 22

Which hormone is responsible for increasing blood glucose levels during exercise?

Accepted Answer

Glucagon

Answer

Insulin

Answer

Epinephrine

Answer

Testosterone

Question 23

Which hormone plays a crucial role in regulating fluid balance during prolonged exercise?

Accepted Answer

Antidiuretic hormone (ADH)

Answer

Aldosterone

Answer

Renin

Answer

Natriuretic peptide

Question 24

What is the primary mechanism by which testosterone enhances muscle mass?

Accepted Answer

Increased protein synthesis

Answer

Reduced protein breakdown

Answer

Enhanced glycogen storage

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Improved oxygen delivery

Question 25

Which hormone is released by the pancreas in response to increased blood glucose levels?

Accepted Answer

Insulin

Answer

Adrenaline

Answer

Glucagon

Answer

Cortisol