WorksheetsPre-Test Mental and Emotional Health
Total questions: 13
Worksheet time: 9mins
Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of good mental/emotional health?
a. Having a sense of purpose
b. Being overwhelmed by everyday challenges
c. Having the ability to make safe, responsible decisions
d. Being positive and hopeful about life
The ability to manage the difficulties that are part of life is called
a. reliability
b. resilience
c. hostility
d. empathy
Learning the skills required to cook a meal for your family would most impact your sense of
competence
resiliency
integrity
character
Which of the following is an effective way to improve self-esteem?
Use negative self-talk whenever possible.
Remind yourself constantly of the poor choices you made in the past.
Focus on your shortcomings.
Accept your mistakes and think of them as learning opportunities.
According to Maslow’s hierarchy of needs, which of the following needs must be met first?
Need to have a group of friends
Need to feel safe from danger
Need to reach your potential
Need to have food and water
A(n) role model is an individual who serves as an example to others.
true
false
A person with integrity can be counted on to observe core ethical values.
true
false
Your identity is what sets you apart from other people and determines how you will react in certain situations.
true
false
Write a plus (+) in the space provided if the statement is true. If the statement is false, cross out the underlined word or phrase and write the correct word or phrase in the space provided. People of good character show respect for themselves and others.
Write a plus (+) in the space provided if the statement is true. If the statement is false, cross out the underlined word or phrase and write the correct word or phrase in the space provided. Negative self-talk is nonhostile comments that point out problems and encourage improvement.
true
false
Match each term in the left column with the best definition in the right column. Write the letter of your choice in the space provided. 19. empathy
empathy
the ability to understand and share the feelings of another
sympathy
feelings of pity and sorrow for someone else's misfortune
compassion
concern for the sufferings or misfortunes of others
apathy
lack of interest, enthusiasm, or concern
Explain the importance of healthy self-esteem to mental and emotional health. Then, describe two ways to improve self-esteem.
Healthy self-esteem is crucial for mental and emotional health because it helps individuals cope with challenges and build resilience. Two ways to improve self-esteem are practicing self-compassion and setting realistic goals.
Healthy self-esteem is important for physical health and can be improved by eating well and exercising regularly.
Self-esteem has no impact on mental health, and improving it is not necessary.
Improving self-esteem is only important for professional success and can be achieved by working harder.
Identify and describe three healthful ways to manage anger.
Deep breathing, exercise, and talking to a friend
Ignoring the feeling, shouting, and breaking things
Eating junk food, watching TV, and sleeping
Procrastinating, overworking, and avoiding people
