Understanding Health Basics Quiz

Which of the following is NOT a component of health?

• Physical health

• Social health

• Financial health

• Mental/emotional health

What is the definition of wellness?

• The absence of disease

• A state of complete physical, mental, and social well-being

• Having a strong body

• Being able to run fast

Which of the following is an example of a risk behavior?

• Wearing a seatbelt

• Smoking cigarettes

• Eating vegetables

• Exercising regularly

What is the term for the sum of your surroundings, including family, neighborhood, school, and culture?

• Heredity

• Environment

• Wellness

• Prevention

Which of the following is a way to prevent illness?

• Ignoring symptoms

• Practicing good hygiene

• Sharing drinks with others

• Avoiding exercise

What is heredity?

• The way you choose to live

• The traits passed down from parents to children

• The food you eat

• The friends you have

Which of the following is a sign of good mental/emotional health?

• Ignoring your feelings

• Being able to handle stress in healthy ways

• Never asking for help

• Blaming others for your problems

What is the first step in making a healthy decision?

• Act on your decision

• Identify the decision to be made

• Ignore the problem

• Ask a friend to decide for you

Which of the following is an example of a cumulative risk?

• Eating one unhealthy meal

• Riding a bike without a helmet every day

• Washing your hands

• Sleeping 8 hours a night

What is the health triangle?

• A type of food pyramid

• A model showing the balance of physical, mental/emotional, and social health

• A type of exercise

• A disease prevention method