Substance Abuse Quiz

What is the primary psychoactive component found in marijuana?

• Nicotine

• Alcohol

• Tetrahydrocannabinol (THC)

• Morphine

Which of the following is a common effect of alcohol consumption?

• Increased alertness

• Impaired judgment

• Decreased heart rate

• Improved coordination

Opioids are primarily used for what purpose in medicine?

• To reduce inflammation

• To treat anxiety

• To relieve pain

• To lower blood pressure

Which of the following substances is classified as a depressant?

• Heroin

• Alcohol

• Caffeine

• Cocaine

What is the term used to describe When someone continuously abuses a substance, their body becomes used to it, meaning the drug will stop having as much of an effect.

• Tolerance

• Withdrawal

• Addiction

• Overdose

Marijuana is legal for purchase in Massachusetts if you are 21 or older.

• True

• False

Which of the following is a long-term effect of heavy drinking?

• Improved liver function

• Increased bone density

• Liver cirrhosis

• Lowered cholesterol levels

What is the legal age for alcohol consumption in most of the United States?

• 16

• 18

• 21

• 25

How many deaths are there per day because of opiod overdoses?

• 100

• 1,000

• 130

• 500

Which of the following is a risk associated with marijuana use?

• Increased risk of diabetes

• Short-term memory impairment

• Decreased risk of heart disease

• Improved lung function