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Stress and Its Effects Quiz

Total questions: 15

Worksheet time: 8mins

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Class
Date
1.

What is stress?

a)

A physical response only

b)

A psychological response only

c)

The body's physical and psychological response to demands

d)

A condition that only affects adults

2.

Which of the following is an example of a physical stressor?

a)

Receiving a poor grade

b)

Extreme temperatures

c)

Relationship conflicts

d)

Financial worries

3.

Eustress is best described as:

a)

Stress that causes damage to the body

b)

Stress that has a positive effect

c)

The complete absence of stress

d)

Stress that lasts for years

4.

The fight-or-flight response:

a)

Is a learned behavior

b)

Only occurs in dangerous situations

c)

Is the body's automatic physiological reaction to perceived threats

d)

Is a modern phenomenon

5.

Technostress refers to:

a)

Stress caused by natural disasters

b)

Stress experienced by technology professionals only

c)

Stress related to the use of digital technologies

d)

Stress from watching too much television

6.

The relaxation response:

a)

Is an automatic reaction to threats

b)

Increases heart rate and blood pressure

c)

Is the physiological opposite of the fight-or-flight response

d)

Can only be achieved through medication

7.

Toxic stress is characterized by:

a)

Short-term, manageable stress

b)

Prolonged activation of the stress response without adequate support

c)

Positive stress that motivates performance

d)

Stress that only affects the digestive system

8.

Which of the following is a common physical symptom of stress?

a)

Increased energy

b)

Improved memory

c)

Headaches

d)

Enhanced immune function

9.

Trauma can be defined as:

a)

Any mildly unpleasant experience

b)

A deeply distressing or disturbing experience

c)

A positive challenge that promotes growth

d)

A temporary feeling of discomfort

10.

Which of the following is NOT a healthy way to manage stress?

a)

Regular exercise

b)

Isolating yourself from others

c)

Practicing mindfulness

d)

Maintaining a balanced diet

11.

The term 'stressors' refers to:

a)

People who are always stressed

b)

Factors or situations that trigger a stress response

c)

Medications that reduce stress

d)

Techniques to manage stress

12.

How might eustress differ from distress?

a)

Eustress is always harmful while distress is beneficial

b)

Eustress is associated with positive feelings while distress is associated with negative feelings

c)

Eustress affects only adults while distress affects only children

d)

Eustress lasts longer than distress

13.

Which of the following activities is most likely to trigger the relaxation response?

a)

Playing competitive video games

b)

Watching a horror movie

c)

Deep breathing exercises

d)

Studying for an exam the night before

14.

Distress is characterized by:

a)

Feelings of excitement and anticipation

b)

Negative feelings and harmful effects

c)

Short duration with no lasting impact

d)

Being beneficial to personal growth

15.

A person experiencing technostress might report:

a)

Feeling anxious when separated from their digital devices

b)

Complete comfort with all forms of technology

c)

Increased productivity when using technology

d)

Preference for using technology over face-to-face interaction