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How many underage drinkers succumb to alcohol related deaths per year? A)9,000 B)2,600 C)37,000 D4,300
D)4,300
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In which part of the body can one develop cancer from alcohol? A)The bloodstream B)The throat C)The kidney D)The brain
B) The throat. Alcohol clearly increases the risk of this cancer. Additionally cancers of the throat, liver, and esophagus can be obtained by alcohol abuse or addiction.
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What percent of all drug-related emergency room visits of people under the age of 20 were caused by alcohol abuse? A)10% B)20% C)35% D)40%
D)40%
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What gender is most likely to drunk drive?
Female
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Does drinking coffee actually help you to sober up?
No, time is the only thing that reverses the effects of alcohol which is something you may not have if you are suffering from an alcohol overdose.
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How many emergency room visits were there in 2010 as a result of alcohol related injuries? a.500,000 b.56,000 c.97,000 d.189,000
d.189,000
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True or False: Does drinking alcohol have any health benefits? If so, what part of the body does it effect?
True. Scientists have proved that drinking moderate amounts of alcohol may protect adults from developing coronary heart disease. Coronary heart disease is a condition in which arteries slowly clog due to the build up plaque.
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What are 5 symptoms of withdrawal?
Anxiety or jumpiness Depression Shakiness or trembling Irritability Sweating Fatigue Nausea and vomiting Loss of appetite Insomnia Headache
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How many people a day die from a drunk driving car crash? A)23 B)17 C)20 D)27
D)27
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Which gender is influenced by alcohol easier?
Because of differences in body chemistry, women can overdose after drinking lesser amounts than men.
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Teens who start to drink under the age of _____ are 6 times more likely to develop alcohol abuse than those who began drinking on or after 21. a.14 b.16 c.15 d.18
c.15
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Name 3 of the many parts of the body that are most influenced by alcohol directly
Brain, heart, liver, or pancreas. Alcohol affects the brain's communication pathways, can cause stroke and high blood pressure in the heart, can lead to liver problems including inflammation, and can produce toxic substances that can eventually lead to pancreatitis.
300
Mental Symptoms of being an alcoholic? List 3 Symptoms.
Drinking as a way to relax or de-stress Continuing to drink even though your alcohol use is causing problems in your relationships Experiencing repeated legal problems on account of your drinking Repeatedly neglecting your responsibilities at home, work, or school because of your drinking
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Each year, Americans take over 159 million alcohol-impaired driving trips. What percent are underage? A)15% B)7% C)10% D)25%
C)10%
300
What is considered ONE drink of wine? A)2 ounces B)5 ounces C)10 ounces D)11 ounces
B)5 ounces
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what percentage of high school students have had some amount (any amount) of alcohol in 2013? a.64% b.35% c.23% d.72% e.44% f.58%
b.35%
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Which bodily system can be weakened by alcohol?
The immune system. Drinking alcohol can weaken your immune system, making your body more accessible to diseases. The weakness can continue even 24 hours after being drunk.
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Finish this sentence, “binge drinkers are men who consume five or more alcoholic drinks or women who consume four or more over a ___-hour period.
two hour period
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How many people are arrested for drunk driving a day? 3,000 4,000 5,600 3,700
4,000
400
Which of the following are symptoms of alcohol overdose? A)Vomiting B)Seizures C)Slow breathing D)All of the above E)None of the above
D)All of the above
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What percentage of students chose to drive after drinking an alcoholic beverage in 2013? a.10% b.28% c.67% d.47% e.4.7% f.33% g.19% h.24.9%
a.10%
500
Which disease found in an organ is one of the leading causes of death in the United States?
Liver disease. Liver disease is normally found in people who heavily drink over many years. In fact, more than 2 million Americans suffer from liver disease caused by alcohol.
500
What's the difference between an alcoholic and an alcohol abuser?
Alcohol abuser: a person is not physically dependent on alcohol yet but still has a pretty serious drinking problem Alcoholic: a person suffering from alcoholism.
500
500. What is the annual cost of alcohol related crashes? 32 billion 58 billion 70 billion 44 billion
44 Billion
500
Finish the sentence. “If you are convicted for possessing, purchasing or consuming alcohol as a minor, you can be fined anywhere from $ ______ to $______. A)$100 to $200 B)$300 to $500 C)$500 to $700 D)$1,000+
B)$300 to $500