Life Skills Quiz

Which is NOT a sign of good mental health?

• You are realistic about your strengths and weaknesses.

• You engage in risky behavior.

• You are open-minded and flexible.

• You respect other people

Which need is at the top of Maslow's hierarchy?

• Need to belong

• Need for self-actualization

• Need to feel recognized

• Physical need

Which is NOT true of the process of self-actualization?

• It is a life-long process.

• It requires self-discipline.

• It is something all teens do.

• It requires goals

Which is NOT a part of your personal identity?

• Your likes and dislikes

• Your values and beliefs

• Your peers' opinions of you

• Your talents and abilities

Which statement is an expression of empathy?

• "What is wrong with you?"

• "I know how you feel."

• "I love you."

• "Don't talk to me right now.

Which aspect of your personality can teens make an effort to control?

• Their behavior

• Their brain chemistry

• Their day-to-day environment

• The behavior of their role models

Which is an example of the developmental asset of support?

• Family dinner hour

• School regulations

• Weekly soccer matches with friends

• matches with friends

Which is NOT an example of constructive criticism?

• "Good try. Next time, try aiming a little higher."

• "Your paper was well written, but you need to check your spelling."

• "Wrong!"

• "Good job. Try it again

Which statement about emotions is false?

• Fear can trigger a physical response.

• The feeling of happiness can affect your relationships.

• Emotions are caused only by hormones.

• Emotions affect all sides of your health triangle

Which is NOT an example of a defense mechanism?

• making excuses for your behavior

• pushing away bad feelings

• blaming someone else for your feelings

• accepting responsibility for yourself