NGSA Health and Family Life Education

Question 1

Which of the following best describes a balanced diet?

Accepted Answer

Consuming foods from all the major food groups in appropriate amounts

Answer

Eating only fruits and vegetables every day

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Eating large portions of protein and carbohydrates only

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Drinking lots of water and skipping solid meals

Question 2

What is the primary function of the immune system in the human body?

Accepted Answer

To defend the body against diseases and infections

Answer

To pump blood throughout the body

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To digest food and absorb nutrients

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To produce hormones that regulate growth

Question 3

Which of the following is an example of a communicable disease?

Accepted Answer

Influenza (flu)

Answer

Diabetes

Answer

Asthma

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Hypertension

Question 4

Hand washing is most effective at preventing the spread of disease when done with:

Accepted Answer

Soap and water for at least 20 seconds

Answer

Cold water only

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Hand sanitizer alone at all times

Answer

A damp cloth and no soap

Question 5

Which nutrient is most important for building and repairing body tissues?

Accepted Answer

Protein

Answer

Carbohydrates

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Fats

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Vitamins

Question 6

Puberty is best described as:

Accepted Answer

The process by which children develop into adults physically and emotionally

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A disease that affects teenagers

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A period when children stop growing in height

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A stage of life that only affects girls

Question 7

Which of the following behaviors best promotes good mental health?

Accepted Answer

Talking to a trusted adult when feeling stressed or upset

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Spending all free time alone and avoiding others

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Suppressing all emotions and never discussing problems

Answer

Staying up very late and skipping meals to feel better