Online Quiz

1. My friends know everything there is to know about diseases, relationships, peer pressure, and health.
• Correct Answer is: False. Friends help us out during happy and hard times, but sometimes we need to talk to an expert.
• Incorrect Answer is: True. Our friends are great, but sometimes we need to talk to other people. Get the real scoop on health, disease, and other stuff from Alex.



2. Shots (immunizations) help you stay healthy so you can keep doing the things you love - instead of being sick.
• Correct Answer is: True. Way to go! Getting shots is one of the best ways to stay healthy and avoid catching serious disease.
• Incorrect Answer is: False. You've been tackled. If you don't get your shots, you increase your chances of catching disease and getting really sick.



3. You can get chickenpox from a chicken.
• Correct Answer is: False. Great shot! You get chickenpox from other people that have the disease, not from chickens. It's called chickenpox because some people said the itchy spots looked like chickpeas on the skin.
• Incorrect Answer is: True. Slammed! You get chickenpox from other people that have the disease, not from chickens. It's called chickenpox because some people said the itchy spots looked like chickpeas on the skin.



4. All of the important shots I need were given to me when I was a baby.
• Correct Answer is: False. Home Run! There are new shots that preteens need when they turn 11 and 12 years old to help them stay healthy. Learn about it during your preteen doctor visit.
• Incorrect Answer is: True. Shut Out! Baby shots are great, but you still need more shots when you turn 11 or 12 years old. Have your parents take you for a preteen check-up to find out more.

Congratulations! You did a great job!!! Be sure to tell your parents and friends what you've learned.
Talk to your parents about your preteen doctor visit. The shots that your doctor recommends will protect you from serious disease.