1. Alcohol
Chapter 22
Mr. Martin

2. Alcohol has the same chemical and physical effects on everyone who drinks
True
False

3. False
Females lack a special enzyme to break-down alcohol and become intoxicated faster than males.

4. Someone who doesn’t act drunk isn’t drunk.
True
False

5. False
You can be intoxicated without showing obvious signs of intoxication.

6. When someone is intoxicated, coffee, a cold shower, or fresh air will sober him or her up.
True
False

7. False
These activities do not speed up the livers ability to break down the alcohol.

8. Alcohol impairs judgment and social behaviors.
True
False

9. People can get in serious health, legal, and social problems anytime they use alcohol.
True
False

10. Drinking alcohol on weekends or once in a while is not harmful.
True
False

11. False
Alcohol consumption is illegal if you are under the age of 21.

12. No amount of alcohol is safe for a pregnant woman to drink.
True
False

13. Fact
If you’re pregnant don’t drink, use drugs, or smoke!

14. Binge drinking has no long term effects.
True
False

15. False
Binge Drinking can result in alcohol poisoning, which can be fatal.

16. Have you ever used alcohol?
Yes No

17. If you answered yes to the previous question, please answer this question. Have you ever stolen alcohol from your parents or your friends’ parents?
Yes No

18. If you have ever used alcohol please answer the following question
If you have ever used alcohol please answer the following question. Have you ever asked anyone to buy alcohol?
Yes No

19. Choosing to be Alcohol Free
Chapter 22
Lesson 1
Mr. Martin

20. You’ll Learn To
Identify factors, such as the media, that influence decisions about alcohol use and your health.
Analyze the physical, mental, social, and legal consequences of alcohol use.
Explain the relationship between alcohol use by adolescents and the role alcohol plays in unsafe situations.
Develop strategies for preventing the use of alcohol.
Demonstrate refusal strategies regarding alcohol use and the benefits of choosing to be alcohol free.

21. Vocabulary
Ethanol
Fermentation
Depressant
Intoxication
Alcohol abuse

22. Alcohol Facts
Ethanol is a type of alcohol found in alcoholic beverages. Ethanol is powerful and addictive.
Alcohol is made through the fermentation process using fruits, vegetables, and grains.
Fermentation is the chemical action of yeast on sugars.

23. Immediate Effects of Alcohol Consumption
Rush may be present.
Motor skills slow.
Reaction time slows.
Clear thinking and good judgment are diminished.

24. Alcohol is a Depressant
A depressant is a drug that slows the central nervous system.

25. Intoxication
Intoxication is when the body is poisoned by alcohol or another substance and the person’s physical and mental control is significantly reduced.

26. Factors That Influence Alcohol Use (Positive and Negative)
Peer Pressure
Family
Media Messages
Advertising Techniques

27. Alcohol and the Law
You must be 21 to purchase, possess or consume alcohol.
Breaking these laws can be very serious!
Teens can be arrested, fined, sentenced to a youth detention center.

28. Alcohol, Violence, and Sexual Activity
Teens who drink are more likely to be victims or perpetrators of violent crimes such as rape, aggravated assault, and robbery.
Teens who use alcohol are more likely to become sexually active at earlier ages. Such carless activity can lead to unwanted pregnancy, std’s and emotional scars.

29. Alcohol Abuse Alcohol Abuse is excessive use of alcohol.
Examples: Dewey, Police Captain

30. Being Alcohol Free Avoiding alcohol: Any other ideas?
Help keep the body and mind healthy.
Help you make smarter decisions.
Can help reduce risky behaviors.
Can help prevent illegal activities.
Any other ideas?

31. Refusing Alcohol