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Scholastic Choices Quiz - 9/22/17
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Question 1
1.
"They Changed Their School. Could You?"
The student who inspired Peyton to start Global Minds Initiative was a refugee from __________________.
A) Canada
B) Mexico
C) France
D) Syria
Question 2
2.
"They Changed Their School. Could You?"
There are over ____________ schools signed up to start their own chapters of We Dine Together.
A) 12
B) 2,000
C) 150
D) 75
Question 3
3.
"They Changed Their School. Could You?"
According to the article, how can you make your school a kinder place on your own?
A) make eye contact in the halls
B) start a conversation with your locker neighbor
C) say hi to a friend you've drifted apart from
D) all of the above
Question 4
4.
"They Changed Their School. Could You?"
If you want to start a club or chapter at your school, who should you reach out to first?
A) a teacher or principal
B) the PTA
C) your classmates
D) the school newsletter
Question 5
5.
"They Changed Their School. Could You?"
Jeremy and Kenny bonded and connected over their love of
A) sports
B) cooking
C) cars
D) school
Question 6
6.
"They Changed Their School. Could You?"
What are Jeremy's thoughts on labels and labeling other individuals?
A) labels help to group people according to commonalities
B) labels distract others and cause segregation
C) labels do not affect how other people view those around them
D) none of the above are correct
Question 7
7.
"Is This the Perfect Power Snack?"
Which of the following are electrolytes?
A) vitamin D and niacin
B) magnesium and calcium
C) vitamin C and tryptophan
D) sodium and potassium
Question 8
8.
"Is This the Perfect Power Snack?"
Oats are packed with _______________, which slows down digestion and keeps you full for hours.
A) protein
B) vitamins
C) fiber
D) minerals
Question 9
9.
"Is This the Perfect Power Snack?"
What do NBA players credit for helping with their performance?
A) smoothies with protein powder
B) energy drinks
C) bananas
D) peanut butter and jelly sandwiches
Question 10
10.
"Is This the Perfect Power Snack?"
According to the article, why are donuts and pastries bad choices for breakfast?
A) They are filled with carbohydrates, which cause your body to become overwhelmed in the morning hours
B) They are filled with sugar, so they spike your energy quickly
C) They are more costly than other potential breakfast alternatives
D) Donuts and pastries contain tryptophan, a protein building block that naturally makes you sleepy
Question 11
11.
"Is This the Perfect Power Snack?"
According to the article, why are protein powders not worth the money?
A) Most people get enough protein through their diet already
B) The affects of protein powders do not tend to work on teens and young adults
C) Protein powders have sugar in them, which can lead to obesity in teens and young adults
D) None of the above are correct
Question 12
12.
"Do Teens Need Recess?"
According to the article, how many minutes of exercise can improve a student's attention span and test scores?
A) 30-60
B) 15-30
C) 5-20
D) 45-60
Question 13
13.
"Do Teens Need Recess?"
Which of these is an example of a healthy method of coping with stress?
A) avoiding the problem altogether
B) socializing with friends
C) eating
D) yelling at friends and family members
Question 14
14.
"Do Teens Need Recess?"
According to the article, people who play action video games improved their ______________ skills by 25%.
A) decision-making
B) memory
C) relationship
D) communication
Question 15
15.
"Do Teens Need Recess?"
What percentage of high schoolers get 60 minutes of daily physical activity?
A) 73%
B) 27%
C) 15%
D) 54%
Question 16
16.
"Do Teens Need Recess?"
According to the article, how can recess benefit a teen's mental health?
A) Students would be able to have their social and emotional needs better met
B) Students' anxiety and stress levels would likely drop
C) Students' brains would be able to regroup for a bit, and they'd go back to class feeling refreshed and ready to learn again
D) All of the choices above are correct
Question 17
17.
"Do Teens Need Recess?"
Which of the following is NOT a potential drawback, or negative, of teens having recess, according to Reagan?
A) the potential of having shorter class periods, in which teachers cannot teach the necessary material
B) the potential of lengthening the school day, causing teens to have less time for extracurricular activities
C) the potential of teens causing trouble and problems because they are bored and want to stir the pot
D) the potential of kids graduating from high school early and entering college at a younger age than the norm
Question 18
18.
"Generation Zzzzzzzz"
According to the article, what is the sleep hormone that causes drowsiness?
A) testosterone
B) dopamine
C) melatonin
D) seratonin
Question 19
19.
"Generation Zzzzzzzz"
How many hours do teens need of sleep per night?
A) 6-8
B) 9-11
C) 7-9
D) 8-10
Question 20
20.
"Generation Zzzzzzzz"
Experts state that teen sleep crisis is becoming a public health ___________.
A) story
B) phenomenon
C) situation
D) epidemic
Question 21
21.
"Generation Zzzzzzzz"
In a study, _________ less of sleep made sixth graders perform like fourth graders on tests.
A) one hour
B) three hours
C) 15 minutes
D) two hours
Question 22
22.
"Generation Zzzzzzzz"
According to the article, which of the following is NOT a long term effect of sleep deprivation?
A) higher risk for depression and suicide
B) slower response times and less power
C) greater risks for injury
D) higher risk for obesity, diabetes, and heart disease
Question 23
23.
"Dear Younger Me"
How did Terence focus on his goal?
A) completing extra credit
B) hanging out with motivated friends
C) asking for help from teachers
D) all of the above are correct
Question 24
24.
"Dear Younger Me"
__________________ is the ability to bounce back and learn from your mistakes.
A) resilience
B) stubborness
C) apathy
D) deprivation
Question 25
25.
"Dear Younger Me"
If you play video games, you should try treating them as a reward, rather than a __________________.
A) prize
B) distraction
C) hobby
D) side project
Question 26
26.
"Dear Younger Me"
When you're setting goals, it's important to _________________, so you tackle the things that matter the most right away.
A) delegate
B) empathize
C) prioritize
D) apologize
Question 27
27.
"Dear Younger Me"
What advice does Angie give for channeling your feelings?
A) spend time doing something creative, like writing, music or painting
B) approach those who are upsetting you and have a conversation with them
C) create a vision poster to help you stay motivated
D) use video games as a reward