Directions: Please mark the best answer to each of the 50 questions.
1) The term wellness refers to:
a. whether you have a disease or not
b. your overall level of physical, mental, and social health
c. how often you eat unhealthy foods
d. how well you can communicate with people
2) Which of the following behaviors would lower a person's level of wellness?
a. smoking
b. drinking excessive amounts of alcohol
c. not wearing a seat belt
d. all of these
3)
Which term of the health triangle refers to the condition of one's relationships with others?
a. physical health
b. mental/emotional health
c. social health
d. mental illness
4)
Healthy lifestyle factors can make a difference in the quality of people's lives and in their
longevity-or how long they might live. Which of the following is NOT a healthy lifestyle
choice?
a. getting at least 8-9 hours of sleep per night
b. maintaining a healthy weight
c. taking a drug that was prescribed for someone else
d. getting regular exercise
5)
Social norms refer to:
a. acting normal and not crazy or mentally ill
b. generally accepted ways of thinking, acting, or behaving
c. trying to guess what percentage of kids your age are smoking marijuana
d. none of these
6)
The steps to setting a goal include:
a. stating the specific goal
b. rewards
c. identifying barriers
d. all of the above
7) Raphael has set a goal to avoid illegal drugs. He is at a party where some of his friends
are trying some illegal drugs. To achieve his goal, the best thing Raphael could do is:
a. stay at the party but continue to say "No" when offered drugs
b. tell his friends that they are all "losers" for doing drugs
c. leave the party and go home, or find something else to do
d. try one of the drugs, just to see what it feels like to get high
8) Lori is about 10 pounds overweight and wants to try to exercise more to lose the
weight. Which of the following would be most effective in achieving her long-term
goal of losing weight by exercising more?
a. exercise very hard for 4 minutes every night
b. exercise once a week for 6 hours
c. exercise for at least 30-40 minutes just about every day
d. lift heavy weights in the gym for ten minutes twice a week
9) "Your health is affected more by what you do than by what you know." Which of the
following would illustrate this statement?
a. someone who knows about the dangers of smoking, but tries smoking cigarettes
b. someone who knows about the risks of being obese, but continues to eat high-
calorie, fatty foods
c. someone who knows the risks of riding in a car without a seatbelt, but only buckles
up occasionally
d. all of these
10) Which of the following would be the least effective method of resisting pressure to get in a
car with a drunk driver?
a. being assertive
b. being passive
c. saying "NO" and repeating it as often as necessary
d. say "No" and suggest that the driver not drive because it is dangerous
'1) Self-image is how you see yourself. Self-esteem is:
a. how you see others
b. how you feel about yourself
c. bragging about how smart you are
d. how others see you
12) Happiness, sadness, anger, and fear are four basic:
a. emotions
b. physical needs
c. short-term goals
d. warning signs of suicide
13) Your beliefs, feelings about what is right and wrong, and things that have meaning or
importance to you are your:
a. goals
b. decisions
c. values
d. hereditary traits
14) One of the most important steps in improving your communication skills is:
a. active listening
b. think about what you are going to say while the other person talks
c. being able to read lips
d. giving mixed messages
15) Which of the following is an example of an "I-message"?
a. "You are always late."
b. "I think you are the smartest person in the class."
c. "I feel angry when you make fun of me in math because it embarrasses me in front
of my friends."
d. "I think you look older than you really are."
16) Using facial expressions, posture, or eye contact rather than words to express your
thoughts or feelings is referred to as:
a. aggressive response
b. non-verbal communication
c. passive response
d. manipulation
17) Which of the following would be good examples of refusal skills?
a. say "No" and repeat it as often as necessary
b. give a reason or change the subject
c. suggest a healthier or safer alternative
d. all of these
18) Miranda always wants to get her way. She is usually loud, forceful, and sometimes
threatening. This is an example of:
a. assertive behavior
b. aggressive behavior
c. passive behavior
d. depression
19) The first step in the Decision-Making Process is:
a. evaluate the decision
b. consider the consequences of your decision
c. clearly state the actual decision that must be made
d. gather information to help you make the decision
20) Which of the following is considered an internal influence on a person's decisions and
choices?
a. value system
b. family
c. the media
d. peer pressure
21) Which of the following is true about the brain?
a. the left side of the brain would be better at solving a math problem
b. the right side of the brain tends to be more creative and artistic
c. using the right side of the brain when trying to solve a problem can often lead to a
more effective solution
d. all of these are true statements about the brain
22) When brainstorming, placing a circle in the center and generating different ideas around
this central theme or problem is referred to as:
a. mind mapping
b. values voting
c. getting out of the maze
d. a thinking hat
23) Drinking alcohol or taking drugs can increase a person's chances of making unhealthful
decisions because:
a. alcohol and other drugs can affect your judgment and lead to risky behaviors
b. alcohol is a stimulant
c. most drugs make you sleepy and depressed
d. all of these
24) "A condition in which the body becomes used to a drug and larger and larger amounts are
needed to produce the desired effect." This is the definition of:
a. habituation
b. tolerance
c. psychological dependence
d. over-the-counter drugs
25) When someone takes an illegal drug, takes too much of a drug, or mixes different drugs
together, these are examples of:
a. pharmacological side effects
b. drug use
c. drug abuse
d. all of these
26) Which of the following drugs kills the most people every year in the United States?
a. alcohol
b. tobacco
c. cocaine
d. heroin
27) Malia is invited to a party. When she arrives, a lot of kids are smoking marijuana. She is
offered some, but refuses. She is about to leave when Ramon, a boy she thinks is cute,
says "Don't leave. It's only pot. Why don't you stay and party with us?" Which of the
following best demonstrates the proper use of refusal skills?
a. Malia stays, but only tries one puff of the joint.
b. Malia stays, but only pretends to smoke and doesn't inhale.
c. Malia stays, but hangs out with some kids that are not smoking.
d. Malia looks Ramon in the eyes and says "Look, I don't feel comfortable here. I'm
leaving. Maybe I'll see you in school on Monday."
28) Some short-term effects of smoking may be:
a. stained teeth
b. "tobacco breath"
c. shortness of breath
d. all of these
29) Which of the following advertising strategies are used by tobacco companies to
encourage young people to smoke?
a. using healthy, attractive people in their ads
b. showing people having fun
c. making it seem like smoking is cool
d. all of these
30) One possible long-term effect of abusing alcohol is:
a. cirrhosis of the liver
b. lung cancer
c. emphysema
d. chronic bronchitis
31) Which of the following is NOT true about alcohol and other drugs?
a. most people do not abuse alcohol and other drugs
b. of adults who drink, most do so only occasionally or in moderation
c. someone with a family history of alcoholism is less likely to become an alcoholic
themselves
d. becoming addicted to alcohol and other drugs involves a series of stages
32)
Prescription drugs:
a. can be helpful in treating and curing many health problems
b. are commonly misused by teenagers to get high
c. can be deadly if taken in the wrong amounts
d. all the above are true
33)
Jerome is 12 years old. Jerome's father is an alcoholic, and he sometimes gets angry and
smacks Jerome around when he comes home from a bar. Jerome doesn't know what to
do. What should Jerome do for help?
a. talk to a trusted adult
b. go to an emergency room
c. attend an Alcoholics Anonymous meeting
d. do nothing, because if his father finds out that Jerome told someone, he will
probably beat Jerome worse the next time
34) Which is not a common trigger of depression in teens:
a. bullying
b. moodiness
c. parents' divorce
d. bad grades
35) Common causes of stress for teens are:
a. concerns about their appearance or self-image
b. school and grades
c. peer pressure
d. all of these
36) Some unhealthy ways of dealing with stress are:
a. taking illegal drugs
b. fighting
c. suicide
d. all of these
37) Which of the following is a myth about suicide?
a. suicide is a major cause of death for teens in the United States
b. there is a strong connection between depression and suicide
c. if someone wants to kill themselves, there is really nothing anyone can do to prevent it
d. boys commit suicide more often than girls
38) Which of the following are characteristics of a healthy relationship?
? both people trust and care about each other
? both people respect each other
? both people enjoy spending time with each other, but understand that having time
alone and with other friends/family is also important
? all of these
39) Which of the following resources would probably be the least reliable source of correct, up-
to-date information about health?
a. a website with information that ends in .org, .edu, or .gov
b. a soap opera dealing with teen issues
c. the local health department or clinic
d. doctor or nurse
40) Which of the following is NOT a sign of a healthy relationship?
a. trust
b. respect
c. emotional or physical abuse
d. good communication
41) Which of the following are examples of bullying behaviors?
a. teasing
b. threatening
c. physical attacks or abuse
d. all of these
42) Jaylen is an 8th grader and has her own personal web page on her computer. She has listed her
likes and interests, and she posted a picture of herself in a bathing suit. Jaylen received a
message from someone named Mason. He tells her that he is 14 and wants to meet her in persor
He sends her his address and tells her to meet him there at 7:00 PM. What should Jaylen do?
a. agree to meet him because he has a picture of himself on his page and she thinks he
is cute
b. agree to meet him, but only if he comes to her house
c. do not meet him, since he may not really be who he says he is and it might be
dangerous to meet him alone
d. give him her phone number so they can talk over the phone
43) Which is the leading cause of death in teens?
a. unintentional injuries
b. suicide
c. stroke
d. cancer
44) The benefits of physical activity and healthy eating include:
a. increased energy level
b. helping to manage weight
c. helping to manage stress
d. all of the above
45) To maintain a healthy weight, your intake of calories must:
a. be less than your output of energy
b. be equal to the output of energy
c. be more than the output of energy
d. be less than
1,000 calories per day
46) A good source of information related to healthy eating would be:
a. USDA MyPlate
b. magazines articles on how to lose weight quickly
c. websites that end in .com
d. the cashier at the local fast-food restaurant
47) In the United States, over the last 20 years, this health problem has increased greatly in
adolescents, and adults
a. cigarette smoking
b. unplanned pregnancy
c. obesity
d. deaths in automobile accidents due to not wearing seat belts
48) When exposed to the sun for several hours, it is recommended that you should wear sunscreen
with a Sun Protection Factor (SPF) of 30 or higher. Which of the following people might be
at risk for developing skin cancer?
a. only light-skinned people who burn easily.
b. only people with blonde or red hair and blue or green eyes.
c. only people who have a history of skin cancer in their family.
d. anyone who overexposes themselves to the harmful effects of the sun is at risk for
developing skin cancer.
49) The 3 R's - Reduce, Reuse, and Recycle are related to:
a. environmental health
b. communicable diseases
c. food and nutrition
d. first aid and safety
50) What are some of the characteristics of an advocate?
a. they are informed
b. they are committed to an issue or cause
c. they match what they say with what they do (model)
d. all of the above
