-Copy and answer each of the following Chapter 10 Review Questions into a new Word document.

-You may use the powerpoint for the chapter.  Download it from the above “Powerpoints”  tab of the website.

-Upload your saved Word document to your Gaggle Locker.

-Email it to me AS AN ATTACHMENT (no copying and pasting in the the body of your email).

-Be sure to include your PERIOD #NAME, and ASSIGNMENT NAME in the Subject line of your email.

40 points.

1)  Why is alcohol classified as a drug?  (Section 1)

2)  What are the short term effects of alcohol on the body?  (Section 1)

3)  Compare the BAC (Blood Alcohol Concentration) that represents the legal limit for DUI with the BAC at which driving is first impaired.  (Section 1)

4)  Describe the dangers of binge drinking.   (Section 1)

5)  Distinguish between alcohol and alcoholism.  (Section 2)

6)  Describe each of the four (4) stages that lead to alcoholism.  (Section 2)

7)  Name six (6) warning signs of alcoholism.  (Section 2)

8)  Summarize the effects of alcoholism on the family.  (Section 2)

9)  Compare two (2) programs for treating alcoholism.  (Section 2)

10)  What is the number one cause of death among teenagers?  Explain possible reasons why this is true.  (Section 3)

11)  List the legal charges that a teen can face if he of she is caught drinking and driving.  (Section 3)

12)  Identify three (3) ways that alcohol use can harm a teen’s future.  (Section 3)

13)  Evaluate how alcohol use can affect a person’s behavior.  (Section 3)

14)  Identify two organizations that are involved in educating people about the dangers of alcohol.  (Section 3)

-Copy and answer each of the following Chapter 9 Review Questions into a new Word document.

-You may use the powerpoint for the chapter.  Download it from the above “Powerpoints”  tab of the website.

-Upload your saved Word document to your Gaggle Locker.

-Email it to me AS AN ATTACHMENT (no copying and pasting in the the body of your email).

-Be sure to include your PERIOD #NAME, and ASSIGNMENT NAME in the Subject line of your email.

40 points.

1)  List three characteristics that make a drug useful as a medicine.  (Section 1)

2)  Name four medicines and their effects of the human body.  (Section 1)

3)  State the reason why some drugs are considered drugs of abuse.  (Section 1)

4)  Summarize the role of the FDA in the drug approval process.  (Section 2)

5)  List three reasons you need a prescription to get certain medications.  (Section 2)

6)  List the important things to consider when choosing an OTC medicine.  (Section 2)

7)  Describe three problems that can occur when taking a medicine.  (Section 2)

8)  Describe how drugs can change the way the brain works.  (Section 3)

9)  Describe how drugs can affect your emotions.  (Section 3)

10)  State reasons why addiction can be difficult to overcome.  (Section 3)

11)  Describe the relationship between physical dependence and withdrawal.  (Section 3)

12)  Describe how messages are sent to the brain.  (Section 3)

13)  Identify four behaviors that could be warning signs of drug abuse and addiction.  (Section 3)

-Copy and answer each of the following Chapter 8 Review Questions into a new Word document.

-You may use the powerpoint for the chapter.  Download it from the above “Powerpoints”  tab of the website.

-Upload your saved Word document to your Gaggle Locker.

-Email it to me AS AN ATTACHMENT (no copying and pasting in the the body of your email).

-Be sure to include your PERIOD #, NAME, and ASSIGNMENT NAME in the Subject line of your email.

40 points.

Here are the Questions:  (13 Total Questions)

1)  Summarize why appetite is more likely to lead to overeating than hunger is.  (Section 1)

2)  State the advantages of eating breakfast.  (Section 1)

3)  Describe what happens when energy intake exceeds the body’s energy needs.  (Section 1)

4)  Describe how excess body fat affects health.  (Section 1)

5)  Name two reasons for the increase in the number of overweight or obese people.  (Section 1)

6)  Calculate your personal BMI.  (Section 2, Slide #20 has the formula)

7)  Compare the roles of heredity and lifestyle in determining your body shape and weight.  (Section 2)

8)  Describe how a negative body image can affect eating behavior.  (Section 3)

9)  Describe Anorexia Nervosa.  (Section 3)

10)  Describe Bulimia Nervosa.  (Section 3)

11)  Describe how excess gas is formed in the intestines.  (Section 4)

12)  Describe how diarrhea can cause dehydration.  (Section 4)

13)  How can you prevent food-borne illnesses?  (Section 4)

Thank you.

Mr. Yamato

Chapter 8 Vocabulary Activity

Posted: March 20, 2012 in General

1)  Create a Word document with the vocabulary words we learned yesterday.

2)  In this document, write a complete sentence for each of these words.

3)  Save your Word document to your Gaggle Digital Locker.

4)  Attach and send this document from your Gaggle account to me by the end of class today.

Simple.  30 points.

Thank you.

Mr. Yamato

Objective:  Today, you will complete an activity chart related to vitamins and minerals.  This will be submitted using Gaggle.

Health Expectation 1:  Students will demonstrate ways in which they can enhance and maintain their health and well-being.

-Download the Vitamins and Minerals Activity Chart to your desktop.

-Fill in the blanks with information from various sources.  These sources may include (but are not limited to) the Chapter 7 Powerpoint, Choose My Plate Website, the Centers for Disease Control, the National Institute of Health.

-Once the chart is completed (with your name/date/period), save it to your Digital Locker and email it to me.

-Be sure to include the class period, your name and assignment name in the subject line of your email.

If you have any questions, please politely raise your hand and I will make my way to you as quickly as possible.

Mr. Yamato

In Gaggle, copy and answer these additional questions.  If needed, use the powerpoint from yesterday to assist in your answering.  (Refer to yesterday’s assignment.)

1)  Whole-grain products are high in what indigestible carbohydrate?  (Section 1)

2)  Why are saturated fats considered “bad”?  (Section 1)

3)  Name the “building blocks” that make up protein.  (Section 1)

4)  Name three fat-soluble and three water-soluble vitamins and the foods in which they are found.  (Section 2)

5)  Name two mineral deficiencies and identify the minerals involved.  (Section 2)

6)  Are the RDA’s exact requirements?  Explain.  (Section 3)

7)  List five foods from each of the six Food Guide Pyramid groups.  (Section 3)

8)  Give an example of a healthful snack and explain why it’s healthful.  (Section 4)

9)  Why do pregnant women need more energy and protein than nonpregnant women do?  (Section 4)

Download and open the Chapter 7 Powerpoint.  (The answers to these questions can be found between slides 8-52.)

Using the Firefox browser, submit both the questions and your answers via Gaggle.   (If you need help in logging into Gaggle, here are the instructions.)

You must type your answers (DO NOT COPY AND PASTE YOUR ANSWERS).

Remember to include in the Subject line of your email:  Your Period #Name and the Title of the assignment, “Chapter 7 Questions”.

Here are the questions:

1)  List the six classes of nutrients.  (Section 1)
2)  State two functions of complex carbohydrates.  Section 1)
3)  Describe the benefits of a diet high in fiber.  (Section 1)
4)  List the functions of vitamin A, vitamin C and vitamin D.  (Section 2)
5)  Name the nutrient that may be related to each of the following:  (Section 2)
  • Iron-deficiency anemia
  • Osteoporosis
  • Dehydration
  • High blood pressure

6)  Identify why the following people are at risk of dehydration:  (Section 2)

  • Sara, who just ran a marathon.
  • Jeff, who has been vomiting.

7)  State the purpose of RDAs.  (Section 3)

8)  State the function of food labels. (Section 3)

9)  Identify the purpose of the Food Guide Pyramid.  (Section 3)

10)  Name the food group that each of these foods belongs to on the Food Guide Pyramid:  (Section 3)

  • Rice
  • Peanut butter
  • Bean sprouts
  • Salmon
11)  Describe how the Dietary Guidelines for Americans can fit into your daily life.  (Section 3)
12)  Explain what is meant by “junk food.”  (Section 4)
13)  Give reasons why a pizza can be a healthier fast food than a burger and fries are.  (Section 4)
14)  Compare the energy needs of adults with those of teens.  (Section 4)
15)  Identify foods that are lower in fat or sugar than the choices below.  (Section 4)
  • French fries
  • Soda
  • Creamy chip dip
  • Fried chicken
Thank you,
Mr. Yamato