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8th grade EOC Review - 1

Total questions: 54

Worksheet time: 27mins

Name
Class
Date
1.

Nicole is having issues with her complexion. She wants to get the best possible care for her skin. Where should she look for the most reliable skincare information?

a)

The family dermatologist

b)

The TV ad about skin care

c)

The skin care kiosk at the mall

d)

The skincare article in her favorite magazine

2.

Lisa and her mother have a personal health goal of walking one mile every day. Due to a work schedule change, her mother is unable to walk with her every day. What can Lisa do to maintain her cardiorespiratory health?

a)

Lift weights with her mother

b)

Find a new walking partner

c)

Stretch every morning with her mother

d)

Wait for her mother to become available

3.

Jordan is doing a research for a health project dealing with X-ray services and a cost comparison between providers. Which might provide the most valid information?

a)

Journal about x-rays

b)

Internet search on x-ray providers

c)

Advertisement from an x-ray provider

d)

Talking to a health teacher about x-rays

4.

Betsy wants to lose weight and stay healthy. What would be a good way for her to accomplish her goal?

a)

Stop eating

b)

Eat only protein

c)

Take a vitamin everyday

d)

Exercise and eat balanced meals

5.

Zach's grandmother lives with his family. She has a heart condition, and Zach sometimes stays with her when the rest of the family goes out.

What course of action should Zach take to make sure he is prepared in case of an emergency?

a)

Take a CPR course

b)

Take a biology class

c)

Read a book about the heart

d)

Watch a movie about the heart

6.

Kia wants to take a rock climbing class. What is a reason that her parents must sign a permission slip and waiver for this activity?

a)

So the staff will know Kia's cardiovascular fitness level.

b)

So the staff will know Kia's emergency contact information.

c)

So that her parents will know the amount of money it costs.

d)

So that her parents will know the amount of training the staff has.

7.

Sally's behavior has changed in the past few weeks. She has been sad, cries a lot, and has been missing soccer practice. Who would be the best person to contact to get help for Sally?

a)

Her soccer coach

b)

Her school teacher

c)

Her school counselor

d)

Her soccer teammate

8.

Billy feels stressed because he attends school full-time, works in the evening, and goes out with his friends very late at night. What is one action that he can take to reduce his stress level?

a)

Quit his part-time job

b)

Discontinue his classes

c)

Stop going out with friends

d)

Do not stay out late with friends

9.

Aisha told her new friend about some social networking sites teenagers use. Which information is appropriate for her to post on a social networking site?

a)

Her daily routine

b)

The address of her home

c)

The number of sports awards she won

d)

The places she typically hangs out each day

10.

Natalie went to her doctor because she was complaining of a severe sore throat. Her doctor informed her that she had a throat infection and should have her tonsils removed immediately. What should Natalie do at this time?

a)

She should consult with a family friend about their tonsil experience.

b)

She should do research online to find vitamins to treat her condition.

c)

She should be admitted to the hospital and have her tonsils removed.

d)

She should ignore her doctor's advice and treat herself with pain killers.

11.

Rosa injured her knee while she was playing a contact sport. What type of health professional should she see to address her knee injury?

a)

Massage therapist

b)

Physical therapist

c)

Respiratory therapist

d)

Occupational therapist

12.

Chuck has been complaining of abdominal pains for over a week. His doctor determines that his gall bladder needs to be removed. What is the first thing Chuck should do?

a)

Ignore the medical advice provided by the doctor

b)

Schedule the medical procedure as soon as possible

c)

Request to take medication for the pain instead of surgery

d)

Seek a second medical opinion prior to the surgical procedure

13.

Justin just transferred to a new school from Sweden and is having a difficult time adjusting to the new culture and language. What can Justin do to develop stronger social skills?

a)

Watch television

b)

Join a sports team

c)

Get a language tutor

d)

Read more English books

14.

Lisa is hiking in the woods. When she completes her hike Lisa notices a raised mark, redness, and itching on her leg. What can she do to discover the source of her skin condition?

a)

Read a water safety manual

b)

Read a wilderness first aid book

c)

Research prescription for itching online

d)

Research over the counter allergy medicine

15.

When Steven is sitting at his desk, his classmate Margaret frequently blows him kisses. This makes Steven uncomfortable. What should Steven do first to try to fix the situation?

a)

Ask her to stop blowing kisses at him

b)

Ask a lawyer for advice about the situation

c)

Scream at her to stop blowing kisses at him

d)

Encourage other students to make fun of her

16.

Jalen just found out that he will be moving to a new school and cannot join the track team until next year. What is a healthy way for him to remain athletic until he can try out for the team?

a)

Eat healthy foods

b)

Become a team manager

c)

Join a community running club

d)

Try out for the chess team instead

17.

Miguel makes good grades in school, showers daily, eats well and has been voted by his peers as "Most likely to succeed." Which dimension of health is impacted most by being elected "Most likely to succeed"?

a)

Intellectual because Miguel will feel smarter

b)

Mental because Miguel will feel pressured to do well

c)

Physical because Miguel will become more attractive

d)

Social because Miguel will feel accepted by his classmates

18.

Brianna makes good grades in school but she sometimes forgets to shower or brush her teeth. Her peers have decided not to hang out with her anymore because of her poor hygiene.

Which aspect of Brianna's health is being affected by her friend's behavior?

a)

intellectual

b)

Mental

c)

physical

d)

Social

19.

Tim's family adopted a dog. Tim and the dog spend a lot of time playing together inside the house. Tim recently has started to sneeze and have itchy eyes. Which environmental factor is causing this health issue?

a)

Indoor air quality

b)

Outdoor air quality

c)

Increased physical activity

d)

Decreased physical activity

20.

A group of friends wants to start a recycling program after learning that 80 percent of household waste can be recycled. How would a recycling program have a positive impact on their health?

a)

It saves time

b)

It saves trees

c)

It saves money

d)

It saves printer ink

21.

Sandra has been having panic attacks due to an increased amount of schoolwork. How can a school counselor help Sandra ease her anxiety?

a)

A counselor can prescribe medications

b)

A counselor can listen to her concerns

c)

A counselor can help with her homework

d)

A counselor can suggest she ignore her issue

22.

Kayla's skin has started to become oily. How can Kayla find a solution to help address her skin issue?

a)

She can talk to a dermatologist

b)

She can spend more time outdoors

c)

She can apply rubbing alcohol to her face

d)

She can begin a new aerobic exercise regimen

23.

How does your personal health benefit from visiting a medical doctor annually for a physical exam?

a)

It can help you prevent cavities

b)

It can help you stay diseases free

c)

It can help you cure oral diseases

d)

It can help you prevent depression

24.

Which disease is characterized by shortness of breath, blocked arteries, and poor blood circulation?

a)

Cancer

b)

Asthma

c)

Diabetes

d)

Heart disease

25.

Francis is training for the state track meet. The temperature on the day of the meet is expected to be in the 80's with high humidity. What can he do to help keep his muscles from cramping due to the heat?

a)

Bring the first aid kit to the meet

b)

Use sunscreen the day of the meet

c)

Eat a variety of fruit before the meet

d)

Drink fluids before and during the meet

26.

Mike hit his head while playing football. He went to see a doctor who determined that he had a concussion. Why was it important for Mike to see a doctor after hitting his head?

a)

So that the team wouldn't be responsible for his injuries

b)

So that his injury could be treated properly

c)

Because he is the best player on the team

d)

Because he has insurance

27.

The Food and Drug Administration recently changed the nutritional standard from the Food Pyramid to ChooseMyPlate. How will this change affect an individual's diet?

a)

They will focus on exercise more than food

b)

They will pay more attention to portion size

c)

They will eat more meals throughout the day

d)

They will eat more proteins than carbohydrates

28.

In the 1950's, smoking was a socially accepted behavior. What impact did this behavior have on people's health?

a)

People exercised more

b)

More people ate balanced diets

c)

Decreased number of hearing impairments

d)

Increased number of people with lung disease

29.

Dana is often late for important activities. This has caused Dana a lot of stress and anxiety. What can Dana do to fix the situation?

a)

Write a note

b)

Take a break

c)

Use a planner

d)

Keep a journal

30.

Chad has not been wearing skateboard safety gear to impress his friends. Chad realizes this is unsafe, so he decides that he should improve his routine and start wearing safety gear. How can Chad achieve his goal of regularly wearing safety gear while skateboarding?

a)

Buy new safety equipment

b)

Perform a safety check on the equipment

c)

Encourage friends to wear safety equipment

d)

Develop a tracking log of how often he wears the equipment

31.

One of Yamila's family routines is to take a summer vacation to a different country in Europe every year. What is an important health benefit of this family ritual?

a)

They will learn another language

b)

They will learn about other cultures

c)

They will learn how to shop in open markets

d)

They will learn how to convert foreign currency

32.

One of the community businesses donated money to install a Lightning Alert System at the school. What type of protection will this provide the school and community?

a)

Fire safety

b)

Crime safety

c)

Weather safety

d)

Neighborhood safey

33.

Which poster would be placed in the school cafeteria to make students aware of healthy meals and portion sizes?

a)

"MyPlate"

b)

"Sports safety"

c)

"Save lives with CPR"

d)

"Stay flu-free with citrus"

34.

Martin lives in a big city, and his parents can't afford transportation to the local health department for his yearly physical exam. How can Martin make sure he has a visit with a doctor this year?

a)

He can visit a school nurse

b)

He can go to a mobile clinic

c)

He can ask a doctor to make a home visit

d)

He can move closer to the health department

35.

Smoking rates among teens have dropped sharply in recent years. What factor contributes to this ongoing trend?

a)

Availability of products

b)

Pressure from parents

c)

Pressure from society

d)

Legal purchasing age

36.

Why is it important for a student whose parents and other immediate family members have had heart attacks to be tested for cardiovascular disease more frequently than someone whose parents do not have such conditions?

a)

Certain diseases are more likely to be present in the children due to genetics.

b)

Heredity can influence people's body structure

c)

Diseases are always passed from the parents to their children

d)

Genetic diseases can often be spread through close physical contact.

37.

Cassandra is interested in creating a healthier eating plan. How can she use media to help her achieve her goal?

a)

Watch a cooking show about her favorite food on television

b)

Use coupons form a newspaper or magazine to go to a favorite restaurant

c)

Search the Internet to find a reputable website with vital information on nutrition

d)

Read an article about a famous doctor from her favorite magazine, newspaper or Internet

38.

Owen's family has a rule that everyone must exercise at least 30 minutes a day. What is the main benefit of this family rule?

a)

The family will eat a nutritious diet

b)

The family will improve their health

c)

The family will learn how to communicate

d)

The family will improve their grades in school

39.

Cameron thinks he would like to join the chess team to socialize with his friends. What should Cameron do to help decide if he would enjoy playing chess on the team?

a)

Read a book about chess

b)

Research chess on the internet

c)

Watch a chess show on television

d)

Play a game of chess with a team member

40.

What is one long-term unhealthy consequence of obesity?

a)

Osteoporosis

b)

Heart Disease

c)

Low Blood Pressure

d)

neuromuscular paralysis

41.

Jack's family has a rule that homework must be completed each day before any other activity of his choice. What long term benefit will Jack receive from this practice?

a)

He will learn more about academics

b)

He will have more time to play video games

c)

He will learn to schedule his time to accomplish goals

d)

He will have more opportunity to play organized sports

42.

Thad's parents are buying him new football cleats. Which media strategy aims to influence Thad on his choice of new football cleats?

a)

An online coupon for football cleats

b)

A TV ad by his favorite player for football cleats

c)

An Internet search for the best buy on football cleats

d)

An ad for the sale prices on a variety of football cleats

43.

Laura's friends ask her to try out for the school play. What social benefit will Laura gain from being in the school play?

a)

She will learn how to act

b)

She will meet new friends

c)

She will eat healthy snacks

d)

She will get physical exercise

44.

What is a positive way that people can use social media to influence healthy behavior?

a)

Sharing cooking recipes with friends

b)

Posting pictures of new exercise clothes

c)

Subscribing to a restaurant's coupon updates

d)

Inviting friends to join an online weight management group

45.

Jonas is addicted to alcohol and wants to quit drinking. What action should he take to quit drinking alcohol?

a)

Inform his family and friends

b)

Seek treatment from an astrologer

c)

Reduce alcohol consumption by half

d)

Join an organization for group counseling

46.

Many of Carlo's family members complain of lower back pain. What can Carlo do to prevent lower back pain?

a)

He can limit his physical activity

b)

He can buy new exercise clothing

c)

He can drink a lot of sports drinks

d)

He can stretch immediately after exercising

47.

Ramon's parents donate the clothes he has outgrown to a local charity. How does this practice improve health?

a)

It lowers self-esteem

b)

It keeps landfills clearer

c)

It decreases indoor air quality

d)

It provides recreational opportunities

48.

Which statement describes a reason why it can be beneficial to practice sexual abstinence?

a)

It helps you stay physically fit

b)

It helps you feel more important

c)

It helps you to maintain good grades in school

d)

It helps you prevent sexually transmitted infections

49.

Which illness impacts the respiratory system?

a)

Diabetes

b)

Emphysema

c)

Hypertension

d)

Breast cancer

50.

After practice many athletes consume sports drinks and do not properly dispose of the bottles. What can the athletes do to improve environmental health?

a)

Fill the bottles with grass

b)

Cover the bottles with dirt

c)

Put the bottles in the sewer

d)

Clean and reuse the bottles

51.

Why is it important to warm up before any vigorous physical activity?

a)

enlarge muscles

b)

strength muscles

c)

improve skills

d)

reduce the chance of injury

52.

Inorganic substances that the body cannot manufacture on its own are called _____.

a)

proteins

b)

vitamins

c)

minerals

d)

nutrients

53.

Weighing 20% above the recommended weight is called ______.

a)

obesity

b)

fat

c)

anorexia

d)

overweight

54.

_____ is the ability to do daily activities without becoming overly tired.

a)

being healthy

b)

being physically fit

c)

being overweight

d)

aerobics