Red Ribbon Week History
Why was red chosen to be the representative color of Red Ribbon Week?
a. Because it represents the blood of the sacrifices made by law enforcement in fighting drugs.
b.The committee thought the color would raise the most awareness.
c.Red was the easiest and most recognizable color
What is the most commonly abused drug?
a. Nicotine
b. Alcohol
c.Heroin
True or False: Drug use needs to be continued for an extended period of time before the drug will cause fatal reactions in the body.
a. false
b. true
What is a stimulant?
a. Speeds up the central nervous system
b. Slows down the central nervous system
c. Causes hallucinations
What negative effect can cannabis have?
a.Can lead to increased anxiety
b. Increases the risk of heart disease
c. Reduces concentration if used on a regular basis
d.All of the above
What year did Red Ribbon Week start?
a. 1980
b. 1985
c.1976
Which age range is most susceptible to drug abuse?
a. 45-55
b.20-30
c.18-25
True or False: Someone who drinks less than two drinks can still operate a vehicle safely.
a. true
b. false
What is a depressant?
a. Speeds up the central nervous system.
b.Relieves pain
c. Slows down the central nervous system
What negative effect can cocaine have?
a.Makes you very tired and drowsy
b. Is easy to come off of and makes it easier to become addicted
c.Reduces your pain reception and can result in an increased risk of injury
What was the reason Red Ribbon Week started?
a. To gain money for drug awareness programs.
b. To promote the usage of drugs.
c.To honor Enrique Camarena, a fallen police officer who strived to control illegal drug abuse.
Why is using drugs at a young age very dangerous?
a. They can negatively affect development.
b.There is no harm in using drugs at an early age.
c.I do not know?
True or False: The effects of marijuana cease after 36 hours. So if you smoke pot on Saturday night, you'd be fine for school Monday morning.
a.False.
b. True
What are Hallucinogens?
a.Drugs that relieve pain
b. Drugs that alter perception and cause hallucinations
c.Drugs that slow down the central nervous system
What are the negative effects of amphetamine on the body?
a.Can make you aggressive
b.Can cause paranoia or psychosis
c.Can result in Hepatitis C and HIV
d. All of the above
Which congressman helped start Red Ribbon Week?
a. Michael Andrews
b. Don Bonker
c. Duncan Hunter
Are men or women more likely to abuse drugs?
a. Men
b. Women
True or False: When someone inhales chemicals from the smoke of a tobacco product, the body is affected immediately.
a. False
b. True
What is an opioid?
a. Relieves pain and produces euphoria
b. Speeds up the central nervous system
c.Slows down the central nervous system
What is the negative effect of crystal meth on the body?
a.Can make you extremely tired
b.Can cause the repetition of simple actions such as scratching, which can lead to damage
c.Can make you extremely nervous
What did Camarena's friends do to raise awareness of their friend's death?
a. Donated Red Ribbons across the town of Calexio, California.
b. Paint their driveways red.
c. Hang red flags on the outside of their houses.
What percentage of teenagers consistently use drugs?
a. 30%
b. 45%
c. 15%
True or False: If you smoke a lot of marijuana in your teens, you could lose IQ points.
a. True
b. False
What is a Dissociative Anesthetic?
a. Produce detachment and distorts perception.
b.Interact with brain receptors
c. Speeds up the central nervous system
Which Drug ages you the most?
a. Meth
b. Cocaine
b. Cannabis
c.Nicotine