Lesson 5

Question 1

Which of the following is NOT a predictor/risk factor of low physical activity?

Answer 1

One’s education level

But:
Being female does
Lower socioeconomic status does
Being older does

Question 2

Which of the following are potential reasons for the gender differences in physical activity that emerge at a young age?

Answer 2

Insecurities or concerns about one’s body
Gender norms surrounding different types of play
Societal portrayals if athletes

Question 3

Which of the following is NOT associated with an increase in physical activity?

Answer 3

Age. As people get older, their physical activity levels do not typically increase

But
Positive social support does
Direct social support from parents does
Pet ownership does

Question 4

Which of the following has been shown to be the most effective intervention to improve physical activity?

Answer 4

Multi-level behavioral and social interventions. Individual level factors, such as self-efficacy and self-regulation, are related to physical activity levels. However, it has been shown that someone is much more likely to engage in physical activity if they have support and camaraderie from their social networks, including friends, family, and teachers.

Question 5

Which of the following is NOT one of the key principles behind the “This Girl Can” (UK) campaign?

Answer 5

This campaign used real-life women of varying shapes and sizes to represent the population and to make the promotion of exercise inclusive to everyone. It DID NOT show the weight loss benefits of fitness.