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0013: Understanding Influence of Social Norms on Health Behavior

Total questions: 100

Worksheet time: 50mins

Name
Class
Date
1.

What is the definition of social norms? Social norms are ________ rules or expectations about how people should behave within a group or society.

a)

unwritten

b)

written

c)

scientific

d)

legal

2.

Which of the following best describes descriptive norms?

a)

What people approve or disapprove of

b)

What people actually do

c)

What people believe is acceptable

d)

What people desire

3.

Which of the following best describes injunctive norms?

a)

What people actually do

b)

What people approve or disapprove of

c)

What people desire

d)

What people ignore

4.

Social norms strongly influence attitudes, perceptions, and behaviors through social pressure and the desire to conform.

a)

True

b)

False

5.

Social norms shape beliefs about what is ________ or desirable.

a)

acceptable

b)

expensive

c)

unusual

d)

dangerous

6.

Which of the following best illustrates the effect of accurate social norms on health behavior?

a)

Highlighting that only a small percentage of peers smoke reduces smoking initiation

b)

Emphasizing that “everyone smokes” encourages smoking

c)

Ignoring statistics about peer behavior

7.

Which of the following is most likely to reduce risky actions among adolescents?

a)

Accurate information about peer behavior

b)

Ignoring peer behavior

c)

Encouraging risky behavior

d)

Promoting myths about risky behavior prevalence

8.

Traditional nuclear families (two parents and children) are ________ common.

a)

less

b)

more

c)

always

d)

never

9.

Name two types of diverse family forms mentioned in the text.

a)

Single-parent families, blended families, extended families, cohabiting partners, same-sex parents

b)

Nuclear families, joint families, foster families, adopted families, communal families

c)

Royal families, business families, sports families, artistic families, political families

d)

Traditional families, modern families, digital families, virtual families, imaginary families

10.

Who has increased roles in families besides parents, according to the text?

a)

Grandparents, foster parents, and other caregivers

b)

Teachers and school staff

c)

Neighbors and community leaders

d)

Doctors and nurses

11.

Which of the following is a shift in family roles?

a)

Less shared parenting

b)

More shared parenting and household responsibilities

c)

Decreased participation in childcare

d)

Less decision-making by parents

12.

Families today balance work, education, and ________ responsibilities in complex ways.

a)

caregiving

b)

financial

c)

recreational

d)

technological

13.

Economic pressures, mobility, technology, and cultural shifts shape ______ roles.

a)

family

b)

weather

c)

sports

d)

animal

14.

What is one impact of policies like parental leave and childcare availability?

a)

They impact family roles.

b)

They increase pollution levels.

c)

They reduce internet usage.

d)

They cause traffic congestion.

15.

Families serve as primary role models for behaviors such as nutrition, physical activity, substance use, and ______.

a)

hygiene

b)

finance

c)

architecture

d)

astronomy

16.

Children learn habits, attitudes, and values about health from ______ members.

a)

family

b)

school

c)

community

d)

media

17.

Emotional support affects which aspects of health?

a)

Physical health only

b)

Mental and emotional health

c)

Financial health

d)

None of the above

18.

Family communication influences health knowledge and ______.

a)

attitudes

b)

temperature

c)

height

d)

weather

19.

Encouragement and reinforcement from family promote ______ choices.

a)

healthy

b)

unwise

c)

random

d)

unhealthy

20.

Families influence healthcare access, medical appointments, and adherence to ______.

a)

treatments

b)

holidays

c)

sports

d)

weather

21.

Family norms shape perspectives on which of the following?

a)

Smoking

b)

Alcohol

c)

Sexual behavior

d)

Stress management

e)

All of the above

22.

Family culture impacts diet, health practices, and responses to ______.

a)

illness

b)

weather

c)

technology

d)

fashion

23.

Economic status affects access to resources, healthy foods, and safe ______.

a)

environments

b)

habits

c)

vehicles

d)

clothes

24.

Which statement best reflects the evolving nature of family roles?

a)

Fathers traditionally handle all health decisions alone

b)

Families today often include diverse structures and shared responsibilities

c)

Family roles have remained unchanged over the last 50 years

d)

Children do not learn health behaviors from family

25.

Dietary habits, physical activity norms, and attitudes toward medical care vary by _____

a)

culture

b)

weather

c)

height

d)

language

26.

Language barriers and health literacy affect _____ and access to care.

a)

communication

b)

transportation

c)

nutrition

d)

medication

27.

Social support systems can improve health behaviors and _____

a)

outcomes

b)

expenses

c)

symptoms

d)

medications

28.

Community values influence behaviors such as substance use, reproductive health, and _____?

a)

preventive care

b)

fast food consumption

c)

video game usage

d)

car maintenance

29.

High population density can increase exposure to _____ diseases.

a)

infectious

b)

genetic

c)

nutritional

d)

degenerative

30.

Urban vs. rural living affects access to healthcare, clean water, and _____?

a)

sanitation

b)

transportation

c)

education

d)

electricity

31.

Overcrowding can contribute to stress, violence, and environmental _____

a)

hazards

b)

benefits

c)

solutions

d)

improvements

32.

Limited financial resources restrict access to nutritious food, healthcare, safe housing, and _____

a)

education

b)

transportation

c)

entertainment

d)

technology

33.

Economic stress contributes to chronic disease risk factors such as poor diet and _____

a)

smoking

b)

exercise

c)

hydration

d)

sunlight

34.

Poverty is linked to higher rates of illness, injury, and _____

a)

mortality

b)

education

c)

employment

d)

wealth

35.

Job security, workplace hazards, and occupational stress affect _____

a)

health

b)

salary

c)

transportation

d)

technology

36.

Lack of insurance or benefits can limit _____ care.

a)

preventive

b)

emergency

c)

cosmetic

d)

palliative

37.

Availability of transportation, healthcare facilities, and community services impacts access to _____

a)

resources

b)

entertainment

c)

weather

d)

technology

38.

Which factor is an example of an economic influence on health?

a)

Traditional health beliefs

b)

Population density

c)

Poverty and income levels

d)

Cultural dietary practices

39.

Advances in medical imaging such as ______ and CT scans enable early and accurate diagnosis.

a)

MRI

b)

X-ray

c)

Ultrasound

d)

PET

40.

Development of ______ and antibiotics prevent and treat infectious diseases.

a)

vaccines

b)

hormones

c)

vitamins

d)

enzymes

41.

______ medicine and genetic testing tailor treatments to individuals.

a)

Personalized

b)

Generalized

c)

Traditional

d)

Alternative

42.

Which of the following devices help monitor physical activity, heart rate, sleep, and other vital signs?

a)

Fitness trackers and smartwatches

b)

Thermometers

c)

Blood pressure cuffs

d)

Stethoscopes

43.

Mobile health apps support medication adherence, mental health, and ______ disease management.

a)

chronic

b)

acute

c)

infectious

d)

seasonal

44.

Telemedicine connects families to healthcare providers remotely, especially in ______ or underserved areas.

a)

rural

b)

urban

c)

coastal

d)

industrial

45.

Electronic health records (EHRs) streamline care coordination among ______ members.

a)

family

b)

sports

c)

music

d)

travel

46.

Food engineering improves ________, fortification, and packaging to ensure safe, nutritious food.

a)

preservation

b)

fermentation

c)

distribution

d)

advertising

47.

Advances in genetic engineering produce crops with enhanced nutritional value and resistance to ________.

a)

pests

b)

sunlight

c)

water

d)

wind

48.

Technologies track disease outbreaks and ________ coverage to guide interventions.

a)

vaccination

b)

weather

c)

internet

d)

transport

49.

Geographic Information Systems (GIS) map health trends and ________ hazards.

a)

environmental

b)

financial

c)

technological

d)

cultural

50.

Innovations in water purification and sewage treatment reduce ________ diseases.

a)

infectious

b)

genetic

c)

nutritional

d)

degenerative

51.

Infrastructure improvements in housing and transportation promote ________ environments.

a)

healthier

b)

noisy

c)

crowded

d)

dangerous

52.

Communication technologies improve coordination during ________.

a)

disasters

b)

holidays

c)

meetings

d)

celebrations

53.

Medical technologies enhance trauma care and ________ rates.

a)

survival

b)

infection

c)

decline

d)

injury

54.

What is a major ethical concern with health data?

a)

Privacy concerns with health data.

b)

Increased healthcare costs.

c)

Improved patient outcomes.

d)

Faster data processing.

55.

Access disparities in ________ availability are an ethical and social consideration.

a)

technology

b)

food

c)

transportation

d)

entertainment

56.

Which technological development has most improved disease prevention at the community level?

a)

Social media apps

b)

Vaccination programs supported by surveillance technologies

c)

Personal fitness trackers

d)

Microwave ovens

57.

Diversity brings value to society by fostering innovation, understanding, and growth. Which of the following is an effective strategy for promoting respect and acceptance of diversity?

a)

Encouraging open dialogue and cultural exchange

b)

Ignoring differences among people

c)

Promoting stereotypes and biases

d)

Discouraging collaboration between groups

58.

Diversity introduces a variety of perspectives, traditions, languages, and arts, enriching ______ and cultural life.

a)

social

b)

economic

c)

technological

d)

political

59.

Inclusive societies promote understanding and reduce conflicts based on ______ or prejudice.

a)

stereotypes

b)

geography

c)

technology

d)

weather

60.

Diversity helps build ______ and tolerance among different groups.

a)

empathy

b)

conflict

c)

ignorance

d)

division

61.

Diverse workforces and communities improve ______-solving and decision-making.

a)

problem

b)

time

c)

money

d)

risk

62.

Exposure to diversity enhances learning outcomes and ______ thinking.

a)

critical

b)

linear

c)

passive

d)

random

63.

Awareness of diverse health beliefs improves healthcare ______ and outcomes.

a)

delivery

b)

costs

c)

regulation

d)

advertising

64.

Promotes equitable access to ______ and services for all groups.

a)

resources

b)

opinions

c)

locations

d)

colors

65.

Teach about different cultures, histories, and ______.

a)

contributions

b)

colors

c)

animals

d)

seasons

66.

Challenge ______ and misinformation.

a)

stereotypes

b)

facts

c)

opinions

d)

truths

67.

Demonstrate respectful ______ and actions.

a)

language

b)

furniture

c)

weather

d)

numbers

68.

Encourage empathy and active ______.

a)

listening

b)

reading

c)

drawing

d)

jumping

69.

Establish classroom norms that support respectful ______.

a)

dialogue

b)

competition

c)

silence

d)

conflict

70.

Address bullying, discrimination, and ______ promptly.

a)

exclusion

b)

promotion

c)

celebration

d)

acceptance

71.

Use cooperative learning and group projects that mix ______ students.

a)

diverse

b)

similar

c)

quiet

d)

older

72.

Which of the following best supports promoting respect for diversity in a classroom?

a)

Ignoring differences among students

b)

Encouraging students to share their cultural traditions

c)

Enforcing strict uniformity in opinions

d)

Avoiding discussions about cultural issues

73.

Which of the following is an example of traditional media?

a)

Social media platforms

b)

TV

c)

Websites

d)

Blogs

74.

Which of the following is NOT a form of digital media?

a)

Social media platforms

b)

Streaming services

c)

Newspapers

d)

Blogs

75.

Advertising and marketing include which of the following?

a)

Commercials

b)

Sponsorships

c)

Influencer content

d)

All of the above

76.

Media often portrays unrealistic beauty ideals, such as very thin or muscular bodies.

a)

True

b)

False

77.

Exposure to media can lead to body dissatisfaction, low self-esteem, and eating disorders.

a)

True

b)

False

78.

Social media intensifies peer comparison through curated images and filters.

a)

True

b)

False

79.

Exposure to violent content in TV shows, movies, and video games can desensitize viewers to what?

a)

Aggression

b)

Happiness

c)

Curiosity

d)

Empathy

80.

May increase acceptance of violence as a way to solve problems or imitate risky behaviors.

a)

True

b)

False

81.

Media often glamorizes early or risky sexual activity without highlighting consequences.

a)

True

b)

False

82.

Stereotypes and myths about gender roles and relationships are reinforced by what?

a)

Media

b)

Weather

c)

Mathematics

d)

Geography

83.

Sexual health information in media may be incomplete or inaccurate.

a)

True

b)

False

84.

Which media influence is most likely to contribute to unhealthy body image among teens?

a)

News reports about health policies

b)

Advertisements featuring idealized, digitally altered bodies

c)

Documentaries about nutrition

d)

Educational videos on exercise

85.

Social Learning Theory states that people ______ behaviors they see rewarded in media.

a)

imitate

b)

ignore

c)

criticize

d)

punish

86.

Cultivation Theory suggests that long-term exposure to media shapes ______ of reality.

a)

perceptions

b)

colors

c)

sounds

d)

origins

87.

Priming refers to media cues that activate related ______ and behaviors.

a)

thoughts

b)

colors

c)

locations

d)

sounds

88.

Agenda Setting is the process by which media determines which ______ are perceived as important.

a)

issues

b)

people

c)

locations

d)

dates

89.

Alcohol and drug use is frequently portrayed as glamorous, normal, or necessary for social acceptance in media.

a)

True

b)

False

90.

Teaching students to critically evaluate media messages reduces negative effects.

a)

True

b)

False

91.

Skills for media literacy include identifying bias, recognizing persuasive intent, and differentiating ______ from opinion.

a)

fact

b)

story

c)

rumor

d)

belief

92.

Which advertising strategy uses emotions like happiness, excitement, fear, or belonging to connect products to positive feelings?

a)

Use of Popular Characters and Influencers

b)

Emotional Appeal

c)

Peer Pressure and Social Acceptance

d)

Repetition and Catchy Slogans

93.

What is an example of emotional appeal in advertising?

a)

Using cartoon characters to promote products

b)

Associating sugary drinks with fun and friendship

c)

Repeating catchy slogans

d)

Implying everyone is using the product

94.

Which advertising strategy involves cartoon characters, celebrities, athletes, and social media influencers promoting products to gain trust and appeal?

a)

Use of Popular Characters and Influencers

b)

Direct Price Comparison

c)

Technical Product Demonstration

d)

Limited-Time Discount Offers

95.

Influencers have strong peer-like credibility in advertising.

a)

True

b)

False

96.

Which advertising strategy implies that using a product will increase popularity or social status?

a)

Peer Pressure and Social Acceptance

b)

Emotional Appeal

c)

Scientific Evidence

d)

Price Comparison

97.

What type of advertising strategy uses the message 'Everyone is doing it' to encourage conformity?

a)

Peer Pressure and Social Acceptance

b)

Emotional Appeal

c)

Scarcity Principle

d)

Celebrity Endorsement

98.

Frequent exposure and memorable phrases in advertising are examples of which strategy?

a)

Emotional Appeal

b)

Peer Pressure and Social Acceptance

c)

Repetition and Catchy Slogans

d)

Use of Popular Characters and Influencers

99.

What is one way algorithms are used in targeted digital advertising?

a)

To create new products

b)

To track online behavior and personalize ads based on interests

c)

To reduce advertising costs

d)

To ban online ads

100.

Which of the following is used to engage children in digital advertising?

a)

Books

b)

Games, apps, and interactive content

c)

Newspapers

d)

Flyers