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Chapter 9: Physical Activity and Fitness

	1.	Which is a social benefit of physical activity?

		a.	feeling more alert and energetic
		b.	strengthening the heart and lungs
		c.	working with others as a team
		d.	building a positive self-image

	2.	Which is a mental/emotional benefit from physical activity?

		a.	stress reduction
		b.	control of blood sugar levels
		c.	improvement of one's sense of balance
		d.	meeting new people

	3.	Which is an example of anaerobic exercise?

		a.	sprinting
		b.	running
		c.	biking
		d.	swimming

	4.	Which is an example of a strength-building exercise?

		a.	running
		b.	swimming
		c.	curl-ups
		d.	stretching

	5.	What is the target pulse rate for a person who is 14 years old?

		a.	100 to 120
		b.	124 to 165
		c.	183 to 205
		d.	204 to 226

	6.	Which activity promotes high flexibility, muscle strength/endurance, and heart/lung endurance?

		a.	slow walking
		b.	swimming
		c.	weight training
		d.	handball

	7.	How often should you participate in aerobic exercise?

		a.	every day
		b.	3 to 5 times a week
		c.	2 to 3 times a week
		d.	once a week

	8.	What is the benefit of cooling down?

		a.	It helps build endurance.
		b.	It helps build strength.
		c.	It helps your body's circulation and temperature return to normal.
		d.	It helps your body's muscles and joints warm up before intense activity.

	9.	Which is an example of an individual sport?

		a.	football
		b.	soccer
		c.	running
		d.	volleyball

	10.	What should physically active people eat plenty of?

		a.	proteins
		b.	fats
		c.	dairy
		d.	carbohydrates