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Health and Wellness Worksheet Questions (Grade 9)

Total questions: 84

Worksheet time: 42mins

Name
Class
Date
1.

Which term best describes the process of identifying one’s state of health and taking steps to improve it?

a)

Illness

b)

Wellness

c)

Diagnosis

d)

Rehabilitation

2.

The three dimensions of health are:

a)

Physical, social, and mental/emotional

b)

Nutritional, financial, and spiritual

c)

Physical, academic, and occupational

d)

Mental/emotional, technological, and social media

3.

The health continuum describes health as either healthy or unhealthy with no middle ground.

a)

True

b)

False

4.

Which statement best defines well-being?

a)

Having perfect physical fitness

b)

The ability to function positively with overall satisfaction that current conditions are good

c)

Owning health insurance coverage

d)

Avoiding all medical treatment

5.

Which factor is considered a societal factor that affects community health?

a)

Education

b)

Eye color

c)

Birth month

d)

Favorite sport

6.

Which best defines public health?

a)

Individual medical treatment for one patient

b)

Organizing blood drives for a single hospital

c)

The science and practice of protecting and improving the health of populations and communities

d)

Selling health products directly to consumers

7.

Which best defines food desert?

a)

An area with abundant fresh produce and grocery stores

b)

A region where affordable, nutritious food is hard to access

c)

A city with many restaurants

d)

A place with limited internet access

8.

Which best defines environmental justice?

a)

The right to vote in local elections

b)

Fair treatment and meaningful involvement of all people in environmental laws and policies, regardless of race or income

c)

Maintaining clean household kitchens

d)

Reducing personal screen time

9.

Which best defines organ donation?

a)

Buying medical supplies online

b)

Voluntarily giving organs or tissues to help another person through transplantation

c)

Storing food safely in refrigerators

d)

Taking daily vitamin supplements

10.

Which organization promotes health worldwide and provides guidance to regions?

a)

Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC)

b)

World Health Organization (WHO)

c)

National Institutes of Health (NIH)

d)

U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA)

11.

Select the services that are typically provided during preventive healthcare.

a)

Vaccinations

b)

Annual physical or wellness exam

c)

Screenings

d)

Emergency surgery

e)

Elective cosmetic procedures

12.

Which insurance type typically allows more flexibility in choosing providers but tends to be more expensive?

a)

HMO

b)

PPO

c)

Medicaid

d)

Catastrophic plan

13.

A primary care physician (PCP) provides routine checkups, screenings, preventive services, and basic treatments.

a)

True

b)

False

14.

What does the DECIDE model begin with?

a)

Generate alternatives

b)

Define the decision or problem

c)

Evaluate outcomes

d)

Implement the plan

15.

SMART goals include all of the following EXCEPT:

a)

Specific

b)

Measurable

c)

Achievable

d)

Secret

e)

Relevant

16.

Which of the following is a measurable health goal?

a)

Get healthier this year

b)

Walk 30 minutes, 5 days per week for 8 weeks

c)

Think more positively

d)

Eat better sometimes

17.

Reliable online health sources commonly use which URL stems? Select all that apply.

a)

.gov

b)

.edu

c)

.org

d)

.com

e)

.net

18.

Pseudoscience refers to claims presented as scientific that do not meet scientific criteria.

a)

True

b)

False

19.

Which federal agency regulates the safety of food, health products, and medications in the U.S.?

a)

Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC)

b)

U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA)

c)

National Institutes of Health (NIH)

d)

U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA)

20.

Health literacy is best defined as the ability to:

a)

Memorize medical terminology

b)

Locate, evaluate, apply, and communicate health information

c)

Diagnose patients without training

d)

Follow only verbal instructions from doctors

21.

Which of the following is NOT listed as a consumer right/responsibility area in the materials?

a)

Access to accurate information

b)

Privacy of health records

c)

Choosing a healthcare brand for political reasons

d)

Understanding costs and coverage

22.

When evaluating online health information, .gov and .edu pages are generally less reliable than random blogs.

a)

True

b)

False

23.

Which is one practical step to make the most of a doctor visit?

a)

Avoid preparing questions

b)

Bring a written list of symptoms or questions

c)

Decline all screenings

d)

Leave early to save time

24.

Genes are made of which molecule?

a)

DNA

b)

RNA

c)

Protein

d)

Lipid

25.

Teens need at least eight to ten hours of sleep nightly for optimal health.

a)

True

b)

False

26.

Which of the following is a modifiable risk factor?

a)

Smoking behavior

b)

Age

c)

Family history

d)

Genetic mutations

27.

Define "protective factor" in one sentence.

a)

A condition or attribute that reduces the risk of negative health outcomes

b)

A behavior that always causes illness

c)

A genetic trait that cannot be changed

d)

An environmental hazard that increases risk

28.

Which environmental factor is described as the presence of waste in the environment?

a)

Pollution

b)

Climate

c)

Social norms

d)

Nutrition

29.

Which part of the environment includes family, peers, and culture?

a)

Social environment

b)

Physical environment

c)

Economic environment

d)

Natural environment

30.

Higher education often correlates with better health outcomes because people with more education typically have higher incomes.

a)

True

b)

False

31.

Blue light from electronic devices affects sleep by interfering with the production of which hormone?

a)

Melatonin

b)

Insulin

c)

Adrenaline

d)

Cortisol

32.

Give one example of a behavioral factor that contributes to injury risk.

a)

Not wearing a helmet

b)

Following safety rules

c)

Using seat belts

d)

Avoiding distractions while cycling

33.

Which of these is NOT an example of environmental factors affecting community health?

a)

Chromosomal mutations

b)

Air quality

c)

Access to clean water

d)

Availability of parks

34.

Active listening includes all EXCEPT:

a)

Interrupting to give advice immediately

b)

Maintaining eye contact

c)

Reflecting back what you heard

d)

Asking clarifying questions

35.

Which communication style is healthiest and most effective?

a)

Assertive

b)

Passive

c)

Aggressive

d)

Passive-aggressive

36.

Online communication reduces miscommunication because nonverbal cues are easily conveyed.

a)

True

b)

False

37.

Write an example I-statement for telling a friend their teasing bothered you.

a)

"I feel hurt when you tease me because it makes me feel singled out."

b)

"Stop teasing me right now."

c)

"You always tease everyone."

d)

"Why can't you just be nice?"

38.

Mediation involves:

a)

A neutral third party helping resolve conflict

b)

Ignoring the problem until it goes away

c)

Allowing the louder person to win

d)

Choosing sides based on friendships

39.

Which negotiation step is first when resolving a conflict?

a)

Identify cause of the conflict

b)

Brainstorm solutions

c)

Agree on a compromise

d)

Evaluate the outcome

40.

Compromise usually means both parties give in a little to reach an acceptable solution.

a)

True

b)

False

41.

Name two refusal skills strategies to resist negative peer pressure.

a)

Say "no" firmly

b)

Offer an alternative

c)

Stay silent

d)

Agree to participate to fit in

42.

Peer pressure that motivates positive behaviors (e.g., studying more) is called:

a)

Positive peer pressure

b)

Negative peer pressure

c)

Bullying

d)

Ostracism

43.

Expecting others to read your mind is an effective communication strategy.

a)

True

b)

False

44.

Which term describes ongoing patterns of thinking that decrease mental and emotional health?

a)

Cognitive flexibility

b)

Growth mindset

c)

Mental health conditions

d)

Problem-solving skills

45.

Maslow’s most basic level of needs is:

a)

Social belonging needs

b)

Physical needs

c)

Esteem needs

d)

Self-actualization needs

46.

Cognitive distortions are unhealthy thinking patterns often not grounded in reality.

a)

True

b)

False

47.

Which statement best defines self-compassion?

a)

Strict self-criticism to avoid future mistakes

b)

Showing kindness and understanding to oneself during setbacks or failures

c)

Ignoring emotions to stay focused

d)

Comparing oneself to others to stay motivated

48.

Which of the following is a sign that someone may need professional help for mental health?

a)

Occasional nervousness before tests

b)

Persistent inability to relax with a racing mind

c)

Feeling excited about new activities

d)

Sleeping slightly less on weekends

49.

Emotional intelligence (EI) includes all EXCEPT:

a)

Recognizing one’s own emotions

b)

Managing emotions effectively

c)

Empathy for others

d)

Hypertension

50.

People with healthy self-esteem generally have unrealistic views of themselves.

a)

True

b)

False

51.

Which strategy is recommended to improve self-esteem?

a)

Daily affirmations

b)

Avoid all feedback

c)

Constant self-comparison

d)

Ignoring achievements

52.

Body image refers to:

a)

Daily calorie intake

b)

Thoughts and feelings about one’s appearance

c)

Athletic performance metrics

d)

Fashion choices

53.

Which flawed belief states thinner bodies are always better and contributes to negative body image?

a)

Body neutrality

b)

Weight stigma

c)

Growth mindset

d)

Intuitive eating

54.

Which of the following are the three stress hormones listed in the materials?

a)

Insulin, glucagon, testosterone

b)

Epinephrine, norepinephrine, cortisol

c)

Serotonin, dopamine, melatonin

d)

Thyroxine, estrogen, progesterone

55.

The physiologic response that mobilizes the body to fight or flee is called:

a)

Rest-and-digest response

b)

Homeostasis

c)

Fight-or-flight response

d)

Conditioned reflex

56.

Technostress is stress caused by the constant presence of technology.

a)

True

b)

False

57.

Which pair lists one physical and one cognitive effect of chronic stress?

a)

Muscle growth; improved memory

b)

Headaches; trouble concentrating

c)

Lower heart rate; sharper focus

d)

Clear skin; faster decision-making

58.

Which disorder begins immediately after an extreme stressful event and lasts three days to one month?

a)

Generalized anxiety disorder

b)

Major depressive disorder

c)

Acute stress disorder

d)

Post-traumatic stress disorder

59.

Which of these is NOT a common anxiety disorder symptom described?

a)

Excessive worry

b)

Restlessness

c)

Experiences of hallucinations as a main feature

d)

Difficulty concentrating

60.

Burnout is a state of emotional, physical, and mental exhaustion caused by prolonged stress.

a)

True

b)

False

61.

Which pair includes two healthy coping strategies for stress reduction mentioned in the lessons?

a)

Mindfulness and exercise

b)

Avoidance and denial

c)

Procrastination and isolation

d)

Rumination and multitasking

62.

Mindfulness-based stress reduction (MBSR) combines relaxation techniques with:

a)

Intense aerobic training

b)

Mindfulness

c)

Competitive sports

d)

Time management apps

63.

Positive reappraisal involves thinking about the good aspects of a stressful event.

a)

True

b)

False

64.

Nutrition is best defined as:

a)

Counting calories only

b)

Process of choosing foods and beverages to fuel your body

c)

Eating whatever is available

d)

Following popular diet trends

65.

Which nutrient is the body’s main source of energy?

a)

Glucose

b)

Fiber

c)

Sodium

d)

Vitamin D

66.

What is the body’s preferred source of energy for the brain and central nervous system?

a)

Glucose (carbohydrates)

b)

Protein

c)

Fatty acids

d)

Vitamins

67.

Which nutrient type does not provide energy but aids digestion and helps balance cholesterol?

a)

Carbohydrates

b)

Protein

c)

Dietary fiber

d)

Saturated fat

68.

Trans fats are generally recognized as safe.

a)

True

b)

False

69.

Which pair lists two fat-soluble vitamins?

a)

Vitamins A and D

b)

Vitamins B and C

c)

Vitamins B6 and B12

d)

Vitamin C and folate

70.

The Nutrition Facts label must include all of the following except which item?

a)

Serving size

b)

Calories per serving

c)

Percent Daily Value of nutrients

d)

Predicted weight after consumption

71.

Which food safety practice is recommended to help prevent foodborne illness?

a)

Washing hands for at least 20 seconds before cooking

b)

Thawing meat on the counter overnight

c)

Rinsing raw poultry to remove bacteria

d)

Cooling leftovers to room temperature before refrigerating

72.

A foodborne infection is caused by pathogens in food.

a)

True

b)

False

73.

Which statement about organic foods is correct according to the materials?

a)

Organic foods are always pesticide-free.

b)

95% must be grown without most artificial chemicals to carry the organic label.

c)

Organic means locally grown only.

d)

Organic foods are always more nutritious than nonorganic foods.

74.

Which statement correctly defines malnutrition and names its two broad forms?

a)

Poor nutrition from not getting or absorbing necessary nutrients; forms are undernutrition and overnutrition.

b)

Only a lack of calories; forms are dehydration and starvation.

c)

Eating too many fats; forms are obesity and diabetes.

d)

Deficiency of vitamins only; forms are kwashiorkor and marasmus.

75.

Which component of health-related fitness refers to the ability of the heart and lungs to deliver oxygen during sustained activity?

a)

Muscular strength

b)

Cardiorespiratory fitness

c)

Flexibility

d)

Body composition

76.

Exercise differs from other physical activity because it is:

a)

Spontaneous movement done for fun

b)

Planned, structured, and intended to increase physical fitness

c)

Work-related activity only

d)

Any movement that causes slight fatigue

77.

Endorphins are brain chemicals released during physical activity that can improve mood.

a)

True

b)

False

78.

Which formula is used in the materials to estimate maximum heart rate?

a)

220−age220 - \text{age}

b)

200+age200 + \text{age}

c)

180−2×age180 - 2\times\text{age}

d)

100+age100 + \text{age}

79.

For moderate-intensity activity, the target heart rate is what percent range of maximum heart rate?

a)

40–50%

b)

50–70%

c)

70–85%

d)

85–100%

80.

Which of the following is not a heat-related condition described?

a)

Heat exhaustion

b)

Heat stroke

c)

Dehydration

d)

Hypoglycemia

81.

Which precautions are recommended for exercising safely in cold weather? Select all that apply.

a)

Dress in layers

b)

Protect head, hands, and feet

c)

Wear only cotton so sweat stays close to the body

d)

Avoid hydration to limit bathroom breaks

82.

The Female Athlete Triad includes all of the following except:

a)

Low energy availability

b)

Menstrual disturbances

c)

Decreased bone mineral density

d)

Type 1 diabetes

83.

Proper lifting form includes bending at the knees, keeping the back straight, and lifting with the legs.

a)

True

b)

False

84.

Which set correctly lists the R.I.C.E. steps for treating a sprain?

a)

Rest, Immobilize, Cold, Elevate

b)

Rest, Ice, Compress, Elevate only after 24 hours

c)

Run, Ice, Contract, Exercise

d)

Rise, Immerse, Cool, Extend

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