WorksheetsFears and Phobias
Total questions: 21
Worksheet time: 36mins
Read this sentence from paragraph 3: 'Fear helps protect us.' Which statement from the article supports the idea in this sentence?
Like all emotions, fear can be mild, medium, or intense, depending on the situation and the person. (paragraph 4)
Fear is the word we use to describe our emotional reaction to something that seems dangerous. (paragraph 8)
A fear can be healthy if it cautions a person to stay safe around something that could be dangerous. (paragraph 10)
Young kids often have fears of the dark, being alone, strangers, and monsters or other scary imaginary creatures. (paragraph 15)
The section 'How Fear Works' is organized to show the -
benefits of having fears
various reasons why we have fears
different types of fear that we have
way the brain and body respond to fear
Read this sentence from paragraph 6 of the selection. This response is known as "fight or flight" because that is exactly what the body is preparing itself to do: fight off the danger or run fast to get away. Which idea does the sentence help explain?
Why the brain reacts instantly when it senses danger
Why the brain cannot understand scary situations
Why people have different responses to fear
Why people learn to face their fears
Read this sentence from paragraph 9 of the selection: 'People fear things or situations that make them feel unsafe or unsure.' What does the word 'unsafe' mean as used in this sentence?
Not certain
In danger
Guarded
Misunderstood
What is the purpose of paragraph 13 in the selection?
To give hope to people who suffer from fears
To explain how overcoming fear is possible
To describe different ways to be calm and relax
To explain why people are afraid of flying in planes
Which subheading indicates that its subsection will focus on a specific population?
Fears During Childhood
Fears People Have
How Fear Works
What is Fear?
Read the following sentence about the selection.
I am afraid of two things-storms-and loud noises.
Which phrase correctly punctuates the underlined section in the sentence?
two things storms-and loud noises
two things storms-and-loud noises
two things-storms and loud noises
correct as is
Which two statements are the most likely reasons the author wrote this selection?
To inform readers about how fears and phobias work
To persuade readers to seek help if they have fears
To explain how fears and phobias can be overcome
To entertain readers with stories of how people overcame their fears
Paragraphs 26-32 of "Fears and Phobias" describe how to overcome phobias. Label the ideas in the order in which they appear in the passage. The first idea will be labeled 1, and the last will be labeled 4.
The brain adjusts to how it responds to fears in order to manage them.
People try to control situations involving the different fears they have.
People make a list of their fears from least to greatest.
People get control of their fears by gradually facing them.
What is the purpose of the boxed feature after paragraph 7?
To list different types of frightening activities
To describe why some people cannot feel fear
To explain how phobias are not the same as fear
To point out that some people react positively to fear
This question has two parts. First, answer Part A. Then, answer Part B. Part A What can the reader infer about people who enjoy risky or frightening experiences?
They still make careful choices.
They are probably very reckless.
They are not fearful of anything.
They like the physical feeling of fear.
Part B: Which sentence from the selection best supports the answer to Part A?
Fear is one of the most basic human emotions. (paragraph 2)
Fear can be like a warning, a signal that cautions us to be careful. (paragraph 3)
These physical sensations of fear can be mild or strong. (paragraph 5)
Some people find the rush of fear exciting. (boxed feature after paragraph 7)
Which sentence from the selection best supports the idea that fear is a basic human emotion?
Fear can be like a warning, a signal that cautions us to be careful. (paragraph 3)
These physical sensations of fear can be mild or strong. (paragraph 5)
Some people find the rush of fear exciting. (boxed feature after paragraph 7)
Like all emotions, fear can be mild, medium, or intense, depending on the situation and the person. (paragraph 4)
What is the purpose of the boxed feature after paragraph 7?
To list different types of frightening activities
To describe why some people cannot feel fear
To explain how phobias are not the same as fear
To point out that some people react positively to fear
What is the purpose of paragraph 13 in the selection?
To give hope to people who suffer from fears
To explain how overcoming fear is possible
To describe different ways to be calm and relax
To explain why people are afraid of flying in planes
Read this sentence from paragraph 9 of the selection: 'People fear things or situations that make them feel unsafe or unsure.' What does the word 'unsafe' mean as used in this sentence?
Not certain
In danger
Guarded
Misunderstood
The section 'How Fear Works' is organized to show the -
benefits of having fears
various reasons why we have fears
different types of fear that we have
way the brain and body respond to fear
Read this sentence from paragraph 6 of the selection. This response is known as "fight or flight" because that is exactly what the body is preparing itself to do: fight off the danger or run fast to get away. Which idea does the sentence help explain?
Why the brain reacts instantly when it senses danger
Why the brain cannot understand scary situations
Why people have different responses to fear
Why people learn to face their fears
Read this sentence from paragraph 3: 'Fear helps protect us.' Which statement from the article supports the idea in this sentence?
Like all emotions, fear can be mild, medium, or intense, depending on the situation and the person. (paragraph 4)
Fear is the word we use to describe our emotional reaction to something that seems dangerous. (paragraph 8)
A fear can be healthy if it cautions a person to stay safe around something that could be dangerous. (paragraph 10)
Young kids often have fears of the dark, being alone, strangers, and monsters or other scary imaginary creatures. (paragraph 15)
What is the purpose of paragraph 13 in the selection?
To give hope to people who suffer from fears
To explain how overcoming fear is possible
To describe different ways to be calm and relax
To explain why people are afraid of flying in planes
What is the purpose of paragraph 11 in the selection?
To explain why people are afraid of heights
To describe different ways to overcome fear
To give examples of common fears
To discuss the benefits of having fears
