Healthy Sexual Choices: A Guide for High School Freshmen

Question 1

Which behavior is a clear sign of unhealthy sexual behavior?

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Engaging in activities that cause physical or emotional harm

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Respecting personal boundaries

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Using protection against pregnancy and STIs

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Seeking consent from all partners

Question 2

Consent means:

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Agreeing to engage in sexual activity without pressure or coercion

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Saying yes to sex without fully understanding the implications

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Allowing a partner to touch you without your permission

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Accepting any sexual advances without question

Question 3

Is it ever acceptable to engage in sexual activity with someone under the age of consent?

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False

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True

Question 4

Sexual health is limited to preventing STIs and pregnancy.

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False

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True

Question 5

Which of the following is NOT a factor in making responsible sexual decisions?

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Ignoring peer pressure to engage in sexual activity

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Understanding the meaning of consent

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Communicating effectively with sexual partners

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Using protection to prevent sexually transmitted infections

Question 6

Which of the following is NOT a common misconception about STIs?

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STIs are always curable

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STIs can be spread through kissing

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Only people with multiple sexual partners can get STIs

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There are no tests to detect STIs

Question 7

Which of these is NOT a risk factor for HIV transmission?

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Touching someone who has HIV

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Sharing needles with someone who has HIV

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Having unprotected sex with someone who has HIV

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Receiving a blood transfusion from someone who has HIV

Question 8

The primary purpose of using condoms during sexual activity is to:

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Protect against sexually transmitted infections (STIs)

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Prevent pregnancy

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Enhance sexual pleasure

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Delay ejaculation

Question 9

A sign of an unhealthy relationship is:

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Physical or emotional abuse

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Respecting each other's limits

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Communicating openly and honestly

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Trust and support

Question 10

Peer pressure in sexual decision-making can:

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Influence people to engage in risky behaviors they might not otherwise consider

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Provide support and encouragement for making healthy choices

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Have no impact on sexual decision-making

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Always be positive and should be embraced

Question 11

A healthy way to manage stress related to sexual decision-making is:

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Talking to a trusted adult or friend

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Using alcohol or drugs

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Ignoring your feelings

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Acting impulsively without thinking

Question 12

What is the most effective method of preventing both pregnancy and STIs?

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Condoms

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Birth control pills

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Withdrawal

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Spermicide

Question 13

Which of the following is NOT a healthy way to communicate about sex with a partner?

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Ignoring the other person's feelings

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Openly and honestly

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Respectfully

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With consent

Question 14

What is the main way HIV is spread?

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Sexual intercourse

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Kissing

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Sharing food or drinks

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Mosquito bites

Question 15

What does the acronym STI stand for?

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Sexually Transmitted Infections

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Severe Transmissible Infections

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Sexually Transmitted Issues

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Sexually Transmitted Inflammatories

Question 16

When making an informed sexual decision, what should you do first?

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Identify your values and beliefs

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Talk to your parents or a trusted adult

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Consider the possible outcomes

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Get tested for STIs

Question 17

What is the acronym STI commonly used to refer to?

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Sexually Transmitted Infection

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Sexually Transmitted Illness

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Serious Transmitted Illness

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Syphilis, Tuberculosis, and Infections

Question 18

Which of the following is NOT a way to protect yourself from STIs?

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Sharing needles with others

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Using condoms during sexual activity

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Getting vaccinated against certain STIs

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Limiting the number of sexual partners

Question 19

What do we call the process of making decisions that align with our values and beliefs?

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Rational decision-making

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Informed consent

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Effective communication

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Healthy relationships

Question 20

What is the most effective method of preventing sexually transmitted infections (STIs)?

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Consistent condom use

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Vaccination for all STIs

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Limiting sexual partners

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Regular birth control use

Question 21

What is the most effective method of birth control?

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Intrauterine device (IUD)

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Condoms

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Birth control pills

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Withdrawal method

Question 22

Which of the following is NOT a recommended way to communicate effectively about sexual health?

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Ignoring others' boundaries

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Using vague or confusing language

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Actively listening and asking clarifying questions

Question 23

Which of the following statements about sexual orientation is accurate?

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Sexual orientation is influenced by a combination of genetic, biological, and environmental factors.

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Sexual orientation is a conscious decision.

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Sexual orientation is a mental illness.

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Sexual orientation can change over time

Question 24

What is the most appropriate response to a refusal of a sexual advance?

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Respect the refusal and move on

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Try to persuade or pressure the person to change their mind

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Get angry or upset

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Ignore the refusal and continue to pursue the person

Question 25

Which of the following is NOT an essential element of healthy sexual decision-making?

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Ignoring societal and peer pressure

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Understanding the legal age of consent

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Communicating effectively about boundaries

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Avoiding risky behaviors

Question 26

In the United States, the legal age of consent for sexual activity varies by state. True or False?

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True

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False

Question 27

Which of the following is NOT a risk factor for unplanned pregnancy?

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Access to comprehensive sexual education and contraception

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Inconsistent or incorrect condom use

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Multiple sexual partners

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Poor decision-making

Question 28

What is the most effective way to communicate your sexual boundaries with your partner?

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Directly and clearly

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Subtly and indirectly

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Avoiding the topic altogether

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Through actions and body language

Question 29

What is the first step in preventing sexually transmitted infections (STIs)?

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Educating yourself about STIs, their symptoms, and transmission

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Getting vaccinated against specific STIs

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Using condoms and other barrier methods during sexual activity

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Limiting your number of sexual partners

Question 30

What does the acronym STI stand for?

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Sexually Transmitted Infections

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Sexually Transmitted Illnesses

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Sexually Transmitted Issues

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Sexually Transmitted Diseases

Question 31

Which of the following is NOT a common symptom of an STI?

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Fever, chills, and fatigue

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Pain or burning during urination

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Abnormal discharge from the genitals

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Itching or irritation in the genital area

Question 32

Which of the following is NOT a key principle of effective communication in sexual relationships?

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Assuming the other person understands what you're thinking

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Using clear and direct language

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Respecting each other's boundaries

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Being open and honest

Question 33

What is the most effective method to prevent sexually transmitted infections (STIs)?

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Using condoms consistently

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Getting vaccinated against all STIs

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Practicing abstinence

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Taking antibiotics regularly

Question 34

What is the definition of consent in a sexual relationship?

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Verbal or physical agreement to engage in sexual activity

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Assuming consent based on past behavior

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Feeling pressured or coerced

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Consuming alcohol or drugs, which can impair judgment

Question 35

What is the most reliable source of accurate information about sexual health?

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Healthcare professionals

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Peers

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Parents or guardians

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Social media

Question 36

What is the initial step in effective sexual communication?

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Clearly expressing your needs and desires

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Actively listening to your partner

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Setting boundaries and limits

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Respecting your partner's choices

Question 37

Which behavior is considered risky in terms of sexual health?

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Having unprotected sex with multiple partners

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Using condoms consistently

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Getting tested for STIs regularly

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Communicating openly with your partner

Question 38

What is the primary goal of abstinence-only education programs?

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To advocate for sexual abstinence as the only means of preventing unplanned pregnancy and STIs

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To provide comprehensive sexual health information

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To teach students how to make responsible sexual decisions

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To minimize the number of sexual partners an individual has

Question 39

When making informed sexual decisions, which factor should NOT be taken into account?

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Social media trends

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Personal age

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Values and beliefs

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Personal preferences

Question 40

To effectively communicate your sexual boundaries and preferences with a partner, the most appropriate approach is:

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Open and honest communication

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Nonverbal cues

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Waiting for pressure from your partner

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Avoiding the subject entirely

Question 41

Which sexually transmitted infection (STI) is caused by a virus and can lead to cervical cancer?

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HPV

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Chlamydia

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Gonorrhea

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Syphilis

Question 42

Which method is considered the most reliable for preventing pregnancy?

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Birth control pills

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Withdrawal method

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Condoms

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Emergency contraception

Question 43

Who can serve as a trusted adult to provide support and guidance on sexual health matters?

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Any of the above

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Parents or guardians

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School counselors

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Healthcare providers

Question 44

Abstinence in the context of sexual health refers to:

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Avoiding all sexual activity

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Engaging in sexual activity only within marriage

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Using protection during sexual activity

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Delaying sexual activity until a later age

Question 45

Which of the following is a key principle of informed consent in sexual activity?

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Voluntary, uncoerced, and informed decision-making

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Legal age

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Mutual desire

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Absence of legal consequences

Question 46

What is considered the most reliable method of preventing sexually transmitted infections (STIs)?

Accepted Answer

Condoms

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Birth control pills

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Regular STI testing

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Abstinence

Question 47

In the United States, the age of consent for sexual activity varies by state. True or False?

Accepted Answer

True

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False

Question 48

What is the recommended approach for dealing with unwanted sexual advances?

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Communicating boundaries clearly and assertively

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Ignoring them

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Giving in to them

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Threatening to end the relationship

Question 49

What is the first step you should take if you have been sexually assaulted?

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Seek medical attention

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Call the police

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Talk to a trusted adult

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Keep it a secret

Question 50

What is the key difference between birth control and emergency contraception?

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Birth control prevents pregnancy before sex, while emergency contraception reduces the risk of pregnancy after unprotected sex

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Birth control is used before sex, while emergency contraception is taken after sex

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Birth control is more effective than emergency contraception

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Emergency contraception is more widely available over-the-counter

Question 51

How should you respond to peer pressure to engage in risky sexual behaviors?

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Explain your reasons for declining and set boundaries

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Give in to the pressure

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Walk away and ignore the pressure

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Report the peer pressure to a trusted adult

Question 52

What role does abstinence play in making responsible sexual decisions?

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It is a valid choice for delaying sexual activity

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It is the only way to prevent STIs

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It is the only way to prevent unplanned pregnancies

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It is not a viable option for making informed sexual choices