In contrast, a ________ lifestyle involves spending long periods sitting and doing very little physical activity. This habit can ________ contribute to weight gain because the body burns fewer calories when it is difficult to stay active. Many people today spend hours in front of screens, which can make it difficult to stay active. Fortunately, there are many ways to include activities such as walking, cycling, swimming, or dancing that can help improve fitness. It is also helpful to have a schedule that allows time for movement and healthy habits. Small changes can make a big difference in maintaining an active lifestyle.
Questão
In contrast, a ________ lifestyle involves spending long periods sitting and doing very little physical activity. This habit can ________ contribute to weight gain because the body burns fewer calories when it is difficult to stay active. Many people today spend hours in front of screens, which can make it difficult to stay active.
Fortunately, there are many ways to include activities such as walking, cycling, swimming, or dancing that can help improve fitness. It is also helpful to have a schedule that allows time for movement and healthy habits. Small changes can make a big difference in maintaining an active lifestyle.
Alternativas
a. ( ) A sedentary lifestyle usually involves a lot of physical activity.
b. ( ) Walking and swimming are mentioned as examples of exercise.
c. ( ) People with active lifestyles always sleep eight hours every night.
d. ( ) A flexible schedule can help people make time for healthy habits.
e. ( ) Spending many hours in front of screens can make it harder to stay active.
f. ( ) Cycling is more effective than swimming for burning calories.
Explicação
O texto afirma que muitas pessoas hoje passam horas em frente às telas, e isso “pode tornar difícil manter-se ativo” ("can make it difficult to stay active").
Analisando as alternativas:
- a) Falsa: estilo de vida sedentário envolve pouca atividade física, não muita.
- b) É verdadeira no texto (walking e swimming são exemplos), mas não é a ideia mais diretamente destacada como consequência do tempo de tela.
- c) Não é mencionado.
- d) Também é verdadeiro (ter uma agenda ajuda), porém é uma recomendação geral.
- e) É exatamente o que o texto diz: muitas horas em frente a telas dificultam ficar ativo.
- f) Não é mencionado.
Alternativa correta: (e).