Food
What is included in the group at the bottom of the food pyramid?
Bread, cereal, pasta, rice, potatoes
What does regular exercise mean in practice for children?
It means children need to exercise at least 60minutes everyday.
Number of hours a sleep you should get every night to rest your eyes
8 to 10 hours
The soft, pink part that holds your teeth in place.
The gum
It is safe to play cat and mouse next to a swimming pool
False
How many servings of whole grains should you have per day?
5 to 6 servings (5 for children who are less active)
How do you call a physical activity that involves your bones and muscles working against gravity to carry your entire body weight on your feet and legs?
Weight-bearing
Distance from the TV you should stay to protect your eyes
2 meters
The extremely hard protecting outer covering of the tooth
Enamel
Word used to describe an object that can be set on fire easily
Flammable
How many servings of fruits and vegetables should you have everyday?
At least 2 of fruits and 2 of vegetables.
What kind of activities are tennis and badminton? (Aerobic, weight bearing, both)
Both
How often should you take a break when working on a computer?
Every 30/40 minutes
The hard yellow layer that protects the nerves and blood vessels in the tooth.
Dentine
Cite at least 3 safety rules you should always follow at the pool
Always enter water feet first;
Do not run near water;
Learn to swim and water survival skills;
Always swim with a close adult relative;
Always read the signs;
No swimming when there is rain and/or lightning;
Always swim near a lifeguard
Do not push your friend in the pool
Do not play in or near deep water
A substance (as a starch or sugar) that is rich in energy and is made up of carbon, hydrogen, and oxygen.
Carbohydrates
Movements that require the body to move from place to place. Walking, running, jumping and hopping are some examples.
Locomotor movements
How far from your eyes should you keep the book when reading?
At least 30 cm
The innermost part of the tooth. It contains nerves and blood vessels which keep the tooth alive.
The pulp
Cite at least 2 common fire hazards that can be found in the home and school
Cigarettes and matches not put out properly;
Heated appliances left unattended (iron, cooking stoves);
Overloaded electrical supply outlet;
Frayed electrical cord;
Stack of flammable objects (such as newspapers and magazines) kept inside.
Fat-like substance. It travels through our bloodstream to make healthy cells and hormones. We all need some cholesterol, but too much of it can increase the risk of heart attack and stroke.
Cholesterol
How do you call any physical activity that requires you to use large muscle groups and involves continuous motion for 20 minutes or more and increase your heart rate?
Aerobic exercise
How do you call someone who is specialised in eye care?
An optometrist
A disease that is caused by bacteria in the mouth and causes cavity.
Tooth decay
What should you do if you are caught in a fire?
1) call the emergency services (911)
2) Keep as close to the ground as possible
3) try to get a piece of damp cloth or towel to cover the nose ans mouth
4) Upon reaching a door, always feel it with the back of the hand before opening it.