I. LISTENING

Listen to some information about teenagers and exercise. Circle the best answer A, B, or C. You will listen TWICE.

How long do teenagers need to do exercise per day? 

Script:

Did you know that teenagers should spend at least 60 minutes daily participating in physical activities? In today's world where 4-6 hours of screen time is very common, less than 30% of teenagers spend the recommended time exercising. Besides a good diet, regular physical activities are an essential part of keeping teenagers healthy as they can improve teens' physical and mental health. Exercising helps maintain your fitness and reduces the risk of many health conditions such as heart disease, obesity, and diabetes... If you have trouble falling asleep, daily physical activities can benefit your sleeping pattern. Starting exercising in their teenage years, many people successfully established the habit of working out, which is key to a healthy lifestyle. Types of exercises suitable for teens include running, swimming, cycling and playing sports... When short of time, you don't have to spend an hour doing intense physical activities. Instead, 30 minutes of light exercises like walking, climbing stairs, and doing push-ups and sit-ups is acceptable. If you have a hard time committing to a regular schedule, try choosing activities that you enjoy or asking your parents and friends to join in.