May is Older Americans Month!
During May, the U.S. recognizes and honors the valuable contributions of older persons to their communities.
How much do you know about today's seniors? Try your hand at this trivia quiz. (Find the answers below.)
1. The word that means "a person of 100 years" is:
a. Centurion
b. Centigrade
c. Centenarian
2. How many people over 100 live in the U.S. today?
a. 5,500
b. 64,000
c. 96,000
3. Which state has the highest percentage of people over 65?
a. West Virginia
b. Florida
c. Alaska
d. Pennsylvania
4. What percentage of the U.S. population is over 65?
a. 6%
b. 13%
c. 24%
5. What negative health issue is on the increase among seniors?
a. Obesity
b. Smoking
c. Chronic illness
6. Which condition is most common in older adults?
a. Loss of hearing
b. Visual problems
c. Loss of all teeth
7. Which of these things is not related to healthy aging?
a. Exercise
b. Travel
c. Medical Care
d. Diet
8. Which country has the highest number of adults over 65?
a. Argentina
b. Norway
c. U.S.
d. Italy
9. Which age group votes at the highest rate?
a. 18-24
b. 45-54
c. 65 - 74
d. 75 +
10. Which form of exercise is most important for seniors?
a. cardiovascular
b. weight training
c. aerobic
d. all of the above
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