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Scholastic ACTION: September 6, 2010

DIRECTIONS: You saw these words defined in "On Drugs at 13" and "Texting Can Kill." Do you remember what they mean? Click the bubble next to the best definition for each bold word in the sentences below.

TEACHERS: Download a printable version of this quiz.

1
Josh was injured when he fell off a ladder.
  1. arrested
  2. happy
  3. hurt or harmed
  4. hired
2
Music can be a distraction for drivers and cause accidents.
  1. something that relaxes you
  2. something that keeps you from paying attention to what you are doing
  3. something that affects an engine
  4. something difficult to figure out
3
The psychologist helped Jenny get over her fear of snakes.
  1. someone who studies exercise
  2. someone who studies music
  3. someone who studies people's minds
  4. someone who builds zoos
4
Driving while intoxicated is very dangerous.
  1. drunk
  2. outdoors
  3. alone
  4. uphill
5
Using marijuana can lead to using other drugs.
  1. shoelaces
  2. gasoline
  3. a drug made from the hemp plant
  4. candles
6
To perform in public, you need confidence.
  1. a strong belief in yourself
  2. a loud singing voice
  3. nice clothing
  4. friends
7
I knew Nancy was using drugs when I found a joint in her backpack.
  1. a test
  2. an item that was shoplifted
  3. a marijuana cigarette
  4. an award
8
Many people are addicted to cigarettes.
  1. friendly
  2. feeling a strong need to use a drug again and again
  3. showing an interest
  4. unwelcoming
9
The man died after using heroin.
  1. a medical instrument
  2. a tool that cuts metal
  3. an umbrella
  4. a very strong and dangerous drug made from a painkiller
10
At the drug rehabilitation center, Jared got better.
  1. a place that treats people for drug addiction
  2. a place where people plant trees
  3. a place where people use drugs
  4. a place where people help animals
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