The Drinking Game

Just the Facts

100

The drinking age in the United States is ___ .

21 years of age.

200

What percent of suicides are associated with alcohol misuse?

About 33%.

300

True or False: Alcohol relieves depression.

FALSE! Alcohol makes depression worse.

400

Alcohol consumption by college students is linked to at least ___ student deaths per year.

1,400

500

One drink is defined as 12 ounces of beer, 5 ounces of wine, or ___ ounces (1 shot) of 80-proof distilled spirits.

1.5 ounces

Shots Shots Shots

100

A fruity drink and also slang for someone who spills too much tea at brunch.

Mimosa 

200

This word means both a place to get drinks and the thing you might accidentally forget to leave with

What is a tab?

300

This term means extremely drunk and also what happens when your phone dies and your ride disappears.

What is blackout?

400

This three-letter term is short, chaotic, and often yelled before downing a shot.

What is “Lit”?

500

Binge drinking can lead to numerous health problems, other than death. Name 4.

Unintentional injuries, intentional injuries, alcohol poisoning, STDs, unintended pregnancy, high blood pressure, stroke, liver disease, neurological damage, sexual dysfunction, poor control of diabetes.

Feeling Fuzzy

100

Alcohol can affect and cause damage to your ____ A: Brain B: Heart C: Liver D: All of the above

D: All of the above!

200

True or False: Alcohol increases sexual performance.

FALSE! Alcohol depresses nerve centers in the hypothalamus that control sexual arousal and performance. While the urge may increase, performance decreases.

300

True or False: Excessive alcohol consumption can be life-threatening.

TRUE! Alcohol affects the area of the brain responsible for breathing and body temperature, and can induce sleepiness, slow your breathing and lower your body temperature, which can be fatal.

400

True or False: Alcohol does not affect the portion of the brain known as the Cerebellum?

FALSE! The Cerebellum is the area of the brain responsible for movement and balance. Excessive alcohol consumption can result in staggering, off-balance swagger.

500

Excessive alcohol use can increase your risk for several cancers. Name three.

Mouth, Esophagus, Throat, Liver, Breast

Crime- time

100

From courtroom dramas and ‘80s teen flicks to donning a high-tech suit in a billion-dollar franchise and solving crimes with a British twist, this once-troubled actor rebounded from multiple DUIs to become one of the highest-paid in the world.

Robert Downey Jr

200

After stealing scenes in a wild bachelorette comedy and voicing animated mischief, this former foster youth turned stand-up powerhouse brought her bold personality to bestselling books, award shows, and a few off-screen headlines—including a DUI or two.

Tiffany Haddish 

300

From schoolgirl uniforms and snake-charming performances to headline-making conservatorships and a memoir that shook the tabloids, this pop princess reminded the world she was never that innocent.

Brittney Spears

400

This Euro-born hoops phenom led his squad to the West’s top stage with crafty passes and deep threes—only to have a cold one snatched from his hand mid-celebration.

Luka Doncic

500

Multi-time “Sixth Man” awardee with a silky left hand, this veteran guard once made headlines for a detour to a famous Southern establishment—only to look noticeably off when he suited up shortly after.

Lou “Lemon Pepper” Williams 

University Policy

100

True or False: The ERAU alcohol policy can be found on page 2 of the Residence Life Policy Guide.

FALSE! IT'S ON PAGE 3! YOU ALL SHOULD READ IT!

200

DUI stands for ___. DWI stands for ___.

Driving Under the Influence / Driving While Intoxicated

300

I'm over 21, so does that mean I can have alcohol in my room?

Yes, however you are limited to beer and wine ONLY (no more than 12 bottles of beer and 2 bottles of wine).

400

True or False: alcohol is permitted in the public/common areas.

FALSE: Alcohol is permitted ONLY in bedrooms, suites, and living rooms, NOT in public or common areas (lounges, balconies, hallways, stairwells, etc)

500

I'm having some friends over for a few beers tonight. We're all over 21, but my bum roommate is only 19. Can we still drink?

NO! If ANYONE in the room/suite is under 21, NO alcohol may be stored or consumed in the room/suite.