Potpourri Multiple Choice
Which planet is known as the Red Planet?
a) Earth
b) Mars
c) Jupiter
d) Venus
b. Mars
True or False:
"Zodiac" comes from a Greek term for sculpted animal figures.
True
1. How are prescription medicines different from over-the-counter medicines?
A. They need medical supervision
B. They have more active ingredients
C. They may have a higher risk for abuse and dependence
D. All of the above
D. All of the Above
True or False:
In Japan single women who own black cats are believed to attract more suitors.
True
In which city and country is The Louvre art museum located?
Paris, France
In which year did the Titanic sink?
a) 1905
b) 1910
c) 1912
d) 1915
c. 1912
What is the fifth sign of the zodiac? (hint: Lion)
Leo
2. Which government agency decides if a medicine is prescription or nonprescription?
A. FDA
B. CDC
C. U.S. Department of Health and Human Services
D. National Institutes of Health
A. FDA
True or False: Historically, sailors brought cats aboard ships to control rodents that could destroy food stores or damage the ship itself. But British sailors believed a black cat would bring the ship bad luck and ensure a dangerous trip
False, they believed they brought good luck and safe travels
Who painted the “Mona Lisa”?
Leonardo Da Vinci
What was the name of the ancient trade route connecting the East and West?
a) The Spice Road
b) The Silk Road
c) The Gold Road
d) The Iron Path
b. the Silk Road
Which three zodiac signs are water signs?
Aries, Taurus, Gemini, Cancer, Leo, Virgo, Libra, Scorpio, Sagittarius, Capricorn, Aquarius, Pisces
Cancer, Pisces and Scorpio
4. What should you do if you miss a dose of a prescription medicine?
A. Take the missed dose right away
B. Skip the dose and get back on schedule
C. Take 2 doses the next time
D. Ask your healthcare provider or pharmacist what to do
D. Ask your healthcare provider or pharmacist what to do
Black cats rich black coats can turn to the color rust when they do what?
Lay in the sun a lot
Which artist is famous for Pop Art
Andy Warhol
What is the hardest natural substance on Earth?
a) Gold
b) Diamond
c) Iron
d) Quartz
b. Diamond
Which sign is known as the Archer?
5. How much liquid should you take with a pill or tablet?
A. Several sips
B. 2 ounces
C. 4 ounces
D. 8 ounces or more
D. 8 ounces or more
Most black cats have what color eyes?
Yellow or golden eyes
Which famous painter cut off a part of his ear?
Which country has won the most FIFA World Cup titles?
a) Brazil
b) Germany
c) Italy
d) Argentina
a. Brazil
In astrology, what does the Moon symbolize?
B. Emotions
8. How does aging affect the way your body reacts to medicines?
A. Medicines aren't used by your body as effectively
B. Kidneys take longer to rid your body of medicines
C. Medicine stays in your body longer
D. All of the above
D. All of the above
"Black cat bias" refers to the lower rates of what?
adoption rates
Salvador Dalí is associated with which art movement?
Surrealism