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Why the Sedentary Life Is Killing Us First Set of Questions: Part A) Comprehension Questions 1. 7. What does the writer mean by "Sitting is the new smoking"? Explain the author's point in your own words. Write 3 or more sentences. According to this article, if you lead a sedentary life, you may gain weight but you will still be healthy. True or False? What is \"light ambulation"? Is it good or bad for your health? Why? Write 3 or more sentences. According to this article, exercising is the solution to the health crisis caused by the sedentary lifestyle. True or False? The article suggests that current societal shifts in physical activity levels have led to a decline across multiple categories, with one notable exception. Which category has not seen a sharp decline in activity levels in recent generations? a. Work-related activity involving manual tasks b. Transportation-related activity, such as walking or biking to destinations c. Exercise, though still practiced by a minority of the population The author introduces the phrase "sitting is the new smoking." What is the most compelling reason presented in the article for this comparison? a. Both activities have historically been underestimated in their long-term health consequences for the general population. b. Evidence suggests that inactivity now contributes to more annual deaths than smoking. c. They both predominantly impact the cardiovascular system and are strongly linked to premature mortality. The article notes that "exercising like a maniac for an hour a day isn't going to offset 23 hours of being sedentary." This statement primarily supports which of the following arguments? a. The intensity of exercise is less important than the total duration of activity over a week. b. The detrimental effects of prolonged sedentary periods cannot be fully counteracted by concentrated bursts of intense physical activity. c. While structured exercise is good, regular, light \"light ambulation" throughout the day is more crucial for health benefits. Part B) Reaction Questions Answer the following questions freely (Write whatever comes to mind) to express your reactions. The more you write, the better! 1. What were your beliefs about the sedentary lifestyle before you read this article? . What are your beliefs about the sedentary lifestyle after reading this article? Will you make any changes to your lifestyle after reading this article? If yes, what changes will you make to your lifestyle? If not, why? Write 3-5 sentences