1.7 Knowledge Check

1. What is the primary focus of kinesiology?

• Measuring body fat percentage
• The scientific study of human movement
• Creating meal plans for athletes
• Teaching anatomy and physiology

2. Which of the following best defines physical activity?

• Any movement, intentional or not
• Bodily movement produced by skeletal muscles that requires energy expenditure
• Planned and structured body movement
• The ability to perform physical tasks efficiently

3. Which of the following terms refers to a structured and repetitive activity aimed at improving fitness?

• Movement
• Physical exercise
• Physical activity
• Physical fitness

4. Which of the following is NOT an example of an environmental barrier to physical activity?

• Lack of sidewalks
• Unsafe neighbourhoods
• Low motivation
• Extreme weather

5. Which term is often used interchangeably with Kinesiology but emphasizes health and rehabilitation?

• Sport Science
• Physical Education
• Human Kinetics
• Exercise Science

6. What is the World Health Organization’s recommendation for minimum moderate-intensity activity per week?

• 60 minutes
• 100 minutes
• 150 minute
• 200 minutes

7. What does Body Mass Index (BMI) primarily measure?

• Body composition
• Muscle-to-fat ratio
• Weight relative to height
• Resting heart rate

Correct Answers:

1. The scientific study of human movement
2. Bodily movement produced by skeletal muscles that requires energy expenditure
3. Physical exercise
4. Low motivation
5. Human Kinetics
6. 150 minutes
7. Weight relative to height