Basics
True or False: Marijuana is not a drug
False, marijuana IS a drug
True or False: The higher the amount of THC in marijuana, the stronger the drug is.
TRUE
True or False: You can be addicted to hemp
FALSE: Hemp is not considered addictive according to the WHO, but marijuana is considered an addicted substance
True or False: You can get a DUI for driving while high
True: Just like how you can get a DUI for drinking and driving, you can get a DUI for being high and driving
What are the three primary colors?
Blue, red, and yellow
What is a drug?
A substance that physically or mentally affects you when taken (i.e. alcohol, nicotine, etc.)
Hemp has higher amounts of _______.
Hemp has higher amounts of CBD.
Explain what withdrawals are
Withdrawals are the physical and mental symptoms someone experiences when they stop using a substance
Explain the 911 Good Samaritan Law in Florida.
The 911 Good Samaritan Law says that a person acting in good faith who seeks medical help for an alcohol- or drug-related overdose may not be arrested, charged, or penalized for simple drug possession
Which planet is known as the "red planet?"
Mars
Marijuana and hemp are different species of ________.
Marijuana and hemp are different species of cannabis.
Marijuana has higher amounts of _______.
Marijuana has higher amounts of THC
What kind of withdrawals can you get if you stop using marijuana?
anger and aggression, restlessness, decreased appetite, depressed mood, insomnia, nervousness, anxiety, headaches, shakiness, nausea, vomiting, stomach pain, sweating
How many years in jail can you get for having marijuana illegally in Florida?
1 year for 20g or less, 5 years max for more than 20g
What is the name of the longest river in the world?
The Nile River
True or False: Hemp is not a drug
True, hemp is NOT considered a drug because it isn't psychoactive
Which chemical compound creates the "high" from using marijuana
THC causes a release of the chemical dopamine in the brain, which creates a feeling of pleasure or a "high."
What are three of the seven signs of marijuana addiction we covered?
1. Using more marijuana or using it for longer than planned
2. Losing interest in activities (hobbies, work, social, etc.)
3. Can't stop using it
4. Cravings
5. Decrease in work/life/school performance
6. Developing a high tolerance
7. Withdrawals
Is marijuana legal in Florida?
Marijuana is not legal recreationally in Florida, but it is legal medically.
What was the first animal to ever be cloned?
A sheep
What is the difference between hemp and marijuana?
-Marijuana has higher levels of THC, is psychoactive, is illegal in most countries, can be made into oils, tinctures, concentrates, and dried flower
-Hemp has higher levels of CBD, is NOT psychoactive, is legal in most countries, can be made into textiles, biofuels, wellness supplements, lotions, etc.
True or False: Marijuana has higher amounts of CBD today than it did a few decades ago.
FALSE: Marijuana has higher amounts of THC today than it did a few decades ago. The average strength of THC in marijuana is 15%, up from about 4% in the mid-1990s.
Is smoking marijuana better than smoking cigarettes? Why or why not?
-This is a loaded question and the answer isn't straightforward. It depends on what health issues are important to you
-Marijuana and tobacco smoke contain a lot of the same harmful chemicals and you inhale tar for both
-At the end of the day, what's better is to not smoke either. Marijuana is an addictive substance that can cause issues with your lung and brain, as well as psychiatric issues such as anxiety, depression, and psychosis.
What was the first U.S. state to legalize marijuana?
California
What is the name of the world's hottest pepper?
The Carolina Reaper