Health Awareness Quiz

What is a lifestyle disease?

• A disease caused by genetic factors

• A disease caused by unhealthy behaviors and other factors

• A disease that is contagious

• A disease that affects only the elderly

What does the term "sedentary" refer to?

• Engaging in regular physical activity

• Not taking part in physical activity on a regular basis

• Eating a balanced diet

• Sleeping for more than 8 hours a day

Which of the following best describes health literacy?

• The ability to read and write

• Knowledge of health information needed to make good choices about your health

• The ability to perform medical procedures

• Understanding complex scientific theories

What is the definition of public health?

• The practice of protecting and improving the health of people in a community

• The study of diseases in animals

• The development of new medical technologies

• The practice of individual health care

What is a public service announcement (PSA)?

• A message created to entertain people

• A message created to educate people about an issue

• A message created to advertise a product

• A message created to promote a political campaign

Which term is used to describe the practice of healthy behaviors to keep free of health problems?

• Self-actualization

• Personality

• Prevention

• Hereditary

A strong belief is considered to be a

• value

• health

• wellness

• risk factor

Give an example of a lifestyle disease:

List the 6 components of health

Define wellness