Sex Ed & STI's

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is NOT a way individuals can promote healthy sexual relationships according to the lesson?

• Express love and intimacy in appropriate ways

• Avoid exploitative or manipulative relationships

• Ignore their own values and beliefs

• Communicate effectively with family, friends, and partners

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is a primary goal of sex education according to the lesson?

• To teach anatomy and physiology

• To educate individuals on how to be safe and healthy people

• To promote abstinence only

• To discourage communication about sexual activity

Multiple Choice

What is the difference between an STI and an STD, if any?

• An STI is more serious than an STD

• An STD is more serious than an STI

• STI is the more accurate term

• There is no difference

Multiple Select

Select all statements that are true about the difference between STD and STI.

• All diseases are infections, but not all infections are diseases.

• STD stands for Sexually Transmitted Diseases.

• STI stands for Sexually Transmitted Infections.

• Symptoms are always present in people with STIs.

Multiple Select

Based on the statistics provided, why is prevention of STIs important for both individuals and the healthcare system.

(Select all statements that are true)

• To minimize long-term health consequences

• To reduce STI outbreaks

• To reduce healthcare costs

• To increase awareness of STI symptoms

Multiple Select

How do social and economic factors such as poverty and health insurance status impact health outcomes related to STIs.

(select all statements that are true)

• Results in worse health outcomes for some people

• Increases health risks

• Creates barriers to receiving care

• There is no impact

Multiple Choice

Which bacterial STI had the highest number of reported cases in the U.S. in 2022?

• Chlamydia

• Gonorrhea

• Syphilis

• Congenital Syphilis

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is NOT a complication of Chlamydia when left untreated?

• Pelvic Inflammatory Disease
• Infertility
• Cancer
• Ectopic Pregnancy

Multiple Choice

Gonorrhea can become a life-threatening illness.

• Yes, gonorrhea can become a life-threatening illness.
• No, gonorrhea cannot affect health significantly.

Multiple Choice

Which of the following are common symptoms of syphilis?

• Chancre (painless genital sore)

• Yellow or green discharge

• Fever and abdominal pain

• Burning sensation with urination

Multiple Choice

Brain damage and death can occur with syphilis infection.

• True

• False

Multiple Choice

Which viral STI had the highest number of people infected in the U.S. according to the 2023 CDC statistics?

• HIV

• HPV

• Herpes

• Hepatitis

Multiple Choice

Which virus is responsible for causing oral herpes and cold sores?

• HSV-1

• HSV-2

• HPV

• HIV

Multiple Choice

Herpes can be cured with antibiotics.

• True

• False

Multiple Select

Which of the following are common symptoms of Hepatitis A/B?

• Fatigue

• Genital warts

• Blisters around mouth

• Poor appetite

Multiple Choice

A complication of HPV includes:

• Respiratory infections
• Hepatitis B
• Genital warts
• Cervical cancer

Multiple Choice

How is HIV infection diagnosed?

• HIV infection is diagnosed by analyzing saliva samples for viral load.
• HIV infection is diagnosed using urine tests that measure hormone levels.
• HIV infection is diagnosed using blood tests that detect HIV antibodies or the virus.
• HIV infection is diagnosed through physical examinations and symptoms.

Multiple Choice

The most contagious stage of HIV infection is:

• Chronic stage
• Asymptomatic stage
• Late stage
• Acute stage

Multiple Choice

Severe illnesses that take advantage of a badly damaged immune system are called:

• opportunistic infections

• bacterial diseases
• chronic conditions
• viral infections

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements about HIV treatment is correct?

• HIV can be cured with antiretroviral therapy (ART).

• Proper medical care can control HIV, but not cure it.

• ART is only effective for a short period of time.

• People with HIV cannot live long, healthy lives even with treatment.

Multiple Choice

What are the key differences between PrEP and PEP?

• PrEP is for prevention before exposure to HIV, while PEP is for emergency treatment after potential exposure.
• PrEP is for people with HIV, while PEP is for those without any risk of exposure.
• PrEP is a vaccine against HIV, while PEP is a daily medication for prevention.
• PrEP is used for treatment after HIV diagnosis, while PEP is for ongoing prevention.

Multiple Choice

According to the NYS High School Youth Behavior Survey, what percentage of students have never been tested for any STI other than HIV?

• 42%

• 84%

• 85%

• 30%

Multiple Choice

Why is it important to discuss your sexual history with your partner and make decisions together regarding safer sex options?

• Making decisions about safer sex options is solely the responsibility of one partner.
• Discussing sexual history and making decisions together regarding safer sex options to builds trust, and promotes mutual responsibility in reducing STIs and unintended pregnancies.

• It is unnecessary to share sexual history as it does not affect relationship dynamics.
• Discussing sexual history can lead to misunderstandings and distrust between partners.

Multiple Select

Which of the following are recommended ways to protect yourself from contracting an STI?

• Limit your number of sexual partners

• Get tested together before sexual activity

• Use latex barriers such as condoms properly and consistently

• Ignore testing if you feel healthy

Multiple Choice

What is informed choice?

• Informed choice is a random decision without any knowledge.
• Informed choice is a decision made by following others' opinions.
• Informed choice is a decision made with full understanding of the options and consequences.
• Informed choice is a choice made without considering any consequences.

Multiple Choice

Reflecting on this lesson, what is one thing you learned about the difference between an STI and an STD?

• STI is an infection that may not show symptoms, while an STD is an infection that has progressed to a disease with symptoms.

• STIs are usually symptomatic, while STDs are not.

• An STI is a type of STD that can be cured.

• The terms STIs and STDs are interchangeable and have no significant differences.

Multiple Select

What are some reasons why teens should learn this information?

• To encourage communication between partners or with healthcare providers.

• To promote respect and shared responsibility in relationships.

• To recognize and understand how infections are transmitted and how to reduce risk.

• To replace myth with fact and empower teens to make responsible decisions that support their overall wellbeing.