Childhood Obesity
Directions: Read the passage below, then answer the questions.
Childhood obesity is on the rise in 1. According to the text, why are today’s
United States. Our future generation is getting children out of shape?
more and more out of shape, without knowing
the consequences of it. But what is the reason a. They don’t play outside.
behind the spread of this condition? Today’s b. They are not very active and exercise less.
kids are not very active, in other words, they c. The availability of junk food.
exercise less and have become a couch d. All of the above.
potatoes.
Most of the children’s daily routines 2. What are the benefits of exercising?
don't include playing sports or playing outside
at all. Instead, they stay indoors watching TV _________________________________________________
or playing video games all day long. This can
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be bad for their physical as well as mental
health.
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Another reason for childhood obesity is _________________________________________________
the availability of junk food to the children.
Parents need to make sure that the pantry
should have healthier choices, like nuts, fruits, 3. What kind of food should EH provided
crunchy carrots etc..., instead of sugary to the children?
candies, chips, and juices.
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It’s important for children to learn about
the benefits of exercise. Staying active not _________________________________________________
only helps keep their body running smoothly
but various studies have shown that active _________________________________________________
children achieve better grades. Besides,
exercise is fun. Playing a sport with friends or
family members is much more exciting than 4. What do children do all day long?
watching a TV show alone.
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