Self Esteem & Puberty Quiz

Which is false of body image?

• Body image refers to your feelings about how you look physically.

• Most people are somewhat critical of their body.

• Girls and boys have different body image issues.

• Body image and self esteem are the same thing.

Which is true regarding self esteem?

• If you have positive body image, you also have high self esteem.

• You cannot improve your self esteem.

• High self esteem will encourage you to make healthier choices.

• Teens don't typically struggle with self esteem issues.

People with high self esteem.....

• are more likely to experiment with drugs and alcohol.

• take more chances and aren't afraid of failure.

• usually have low self worth.

• are popular.

All are reasons why a teen might have low self esteem, except:

• Lack of positive role model at home.

• Poor body image.

• Puberty.

• They passed their math test.

All are suggestions for improving body image, except:

• Hang out with kids who take risks.

• Exercise and practice self care.

• Compliment yourself.

• Focus on improving areas that you can actually change.

How can you improve your self esteem?

• Set and work to reach your goals.

• Learn from your mistakes.

• Stop comparing yourself to others.

• All of the above will improve self esteem.

Which statement regarding puberty is false?

• Puberty is the bridge between childhood and adulthood.

• Everyone goes through puberty.

• Puberty affects all teens the same way.

• There is no exact age for puberty to occur.

Puberty begins when:

• a teen reaches 13 years old.

• an increase of hormones are released by the brain.

• a teen becomes sexually active.

• you go to middle school.

Which changes occur in both males and females during puberty?

• they begin to produce sperm

• they begin menstruation

• body hair growth and acne

• a deepened voice

Once puberty occurs...

• females are capable of getting pregnant.

• males are capable of getting a female pregnant.

• a teen has reached sexual maturity.

• all of the above are true.