Dealing with Acne Quiz

Where do pimples usually appear?

• arms

• back and front

• legs

• face and neck

What is one of the worst things about being a teenager, according to the text?

• homework

• acne

• loud music

• classmates

What might happen if you pick at a pimple?

• It will clear up faster.

• It might leave a bad smell.

• It will turn green.

• It might leave a permanent mark.

What causes pores to become blocked?

• too much oil

• dry skin

• ghosts

• junk food

What should you do before taking medicine for acne?

• Talk to a doctor.

• Ask a friend.

• Eat a pizza.

• Squeeze your pimples.

How long does it usually take for acne treatments to work?

• immediately

• forever

• many years

• it can take a while

Why are teenagers more likely to get acne?

• They don't wash their face enough.

• Their bodies go through chemical changes.

• They eat too much junk food.

• They play video games.

What is one way to help prevent pimples?

• Wash your face with hot water and soap.

• Wash your face with warm water and soap a few times a day.

• Don't wash your face at all.

• Eat one bar of soap every day.

What are other names for acne used in the text?

• spots and blemishes

• zits and pimples

• rashes and welts

• fantastic and fun

What should you NOT do to a pimple?

• Leave it alone.

• Pop it with your fingers.

• Use a gentle cleanser.

• Let it go away by itself.