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3

Which statement is a refusal strategy?

A
“I will try it once, but that’s it.”
B
“I like to use a different brand.”
C
“My parents will be very disappointed in me.”
D
“My friends and I prefer weed to what you are using.”
4

Arif has recently quit smoking. What benefit can he expect to occur within a few hours of quitting?

A
blood oxygen levels returned to normal
B
risk of heart disease cut in half
C
improved liver health
D
reduced coughing and congestion
5

What can make it more difficult for a person to remain drug-free?

A
peer pressure
B
planning ahead
C
being a role model
D
parental involvement
6

Why must the misuse of prescription and illegal drugs be avoided?

A
reduces the risk of serious side effects
B
decreases blood pressure
C
reduces respiratory diseases
D
decreases the risk of cancer
7

Which is a reasonable and healthy substitute for using drugs, alcohol, or tobacco?

A
drinking herbal tea or water instead of beer
B
chewing a lot of nicotine gum before smoking
C
using chewing tobacco instead of cigarettes
D
taking prescription drugs instead of drinking alcohol
8

Which health problem can increase with smoking?

A
infertility rates
B
sperm production
C
blood oxygen levels
D
energy levels
9

What example represents a healthy alternative to curb nicotine cravings?

A
candy bars
B
potato chips
C
sugar-free gum
D
chewing tobacco
10

Which is a barrier to leading a substance-free lifestyle?

A
emotional stability
B
fear of judgment
C
decreased spending
D
fewer legal problems
11

Which is a reasonable and healthy substitute for using drugs, alcohol, or tobacco?

A
drinking herbal tea or water instead of beer
B
chewing a lot of nicotine gum before smoking
C
using chewing tobacco instead of cigarettes
D
taking prescription drugs instead of drinking alcohol
12

Which health problem can increase with smoking?

A
infertility rates
B
sperm production
C
blood oxygen levels
D
energy levels
13

Which statement is a refusal strategy?

A
“I will try it once, but that’s it.”
B
“I like to use a different brand.”
C
“My parents will be very disappointed in me.”
D
“My friends and I prefer weed to what you are using.”
15

What strategies can a person practice to prevent the use of harmful substances?

A
avoid activities with others
B
confide in a proven, trusted adult
C
use social media to get peer advice
D
seek friendships only with older people
16

Which is a benefit related to abstaining from alcohol?

A
decreased blood pressure
B
increased medication interactions
C
increased neurological problems
D
decreased fertility
17

Which is a benefit related to abstaining from alcohol? decreased blood pressureincreased medication interactionsincreased neurological problemsdecreased fertility

A
decreased blood pressure
B
increased medication interactions
C
increased neurological problems
D
decreased fertility
18

What can make it more difficult for a person to remain drug-free?

A
peer pressure
B
planning ahead
C
being a role model
D
parental involvement
19

Rachel has successfully avoided all temptations to drink alcohol throughout high school. What would be Rachel’s best option for continuing the healthy lifestyle?

A
increase sugar intake to curb alcohol cravings
B
don’t go to bars or socialize
C
isolate herself from family members to reduce temptation
D
reward herself for sticking to her goals
20

Sophia wants to encourage her friends to participate in a healthy activity that does not involve drug or alcohol use.Which activity should she suggest?

A
going to a neighborhood bar
B
chewing tobacco instead of smoking
C
working out in a gym
D
going to an older friend’s party

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