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Fears & Phobias HMH pg 202 Comp Test Review
Fears & Phobias HMH pg 202 Comp Test Review
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What does it mean to
cite evidence
in nonfiction?
To summarize the main points of a text without specifics
To explain the meaning of a text
To rewrite the text in your own words
To use information from the text to support an answer or idea
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What does
text structure
refer to?
The visual appearance of a text, such as font and spacing
The number of paragraphs in a text
The creative use of language in poetry
The organization of ideas and information within a text
3
Which physical sensations might occur when a person feels fear?
Fast heart beat, sweating
Relaxed muscles and slower heartbeat
Decreased body temperature and lack of sweat
Tingling in the hands and complete calmness
4
How can observing others help someone overcome a fear?
Allows them to copy calming behaviors and realize the fear is manageable.
It teaches them how to avoid the fear.
It reduces the likelihood of ever experiencing fear again.
It makes them feel more isolated and different.
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Immaturity
A demonstration of advanced skills
A sign of being very experienced
State of not being fully developed emotionally, mentally, or behaviorally
The state of being fully developed emotionally, mentally, or behaviorally
6
Which of the following situations might someone who enjoys fear-inducing activities seek out?
Participating in group discussions
Engaging in extreme sports
Speaking in public
Learning to cook
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What differentiates people who enjoy fear-inducing activities from those who don’t?
Their ability to avoid fear-inducing situations entirely
Their physical ability to handle the fear response
Their perception of fear as exciting versus unpleasant
Their knowledge of relaxation techniques
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Why might someone enjoy scary activities like roller coasters or horror movies?
They are trying to overcome their fears.
They find the rush of fear exciting and thrilling.
They are naturally immune to fear.
They want to prove their bravery to others
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Turbulence
A smooth and quiet flow
A predictable and controlled motion
Calm and steady movement
Strong, irregular, and often sudden movements, such as in air or water
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Which of the following best describes a phobia?
An intense fear reaction out of proportion to the actual danger
A mild dislike of a particular situation or object
A fear that always has a known cause
A fear caused by only genetic traits
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Fear
A state of complete relaxation
A calm reaction to an event
A natural emotional response to something viewed dangerous or threatening
A strong dislike of an activity
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Which example illustrates how a phobia might interfere with daily life?
A person feels relieved after avoiding thunderstorms.
A person avoids dogs after being startled once.
A person feels nervous while walking through a park.
A person avoids swimming lessons because they fear deep water.
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What is the difference between a healthy fear and an unnecessary fear?
Healthy -make people cautious/real dangers; unnecessary -exaggerate risks.
Healthy - are always short-term, while unnecessary - last for years.
Healthy fears are only physical, whereas unnecessary fears are emotional.
Healthy- help people avoid social situations, but unnecessary fears don’t
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What triggers the physical “fight or flight” response in the body?
Sleep deprivation
Lack of oxygen in the body
The brain sensing danger and activating the nervous system
Sudden relaxation of muscles
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Why is fear sometimes triggered by something startling but not actually dangerous?
People are naturally conditioned to fear harmless things.
The amygdala fails to process emotions properly.
The body cannot differentiate between physical and emotional threats.
Fear reaction is activated faster than brain can evaluate the situation.
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What happens to the brain as a person becomes more used to a feared object or situation?
It permanently erases the fear from memory.
It adjusts its response and reduces the fear reaction.
It becomes unable to respond to similar situations.
It reinforces the phobia and increases fear sensitivity.
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How can adults help children overcome fears?
By ignoring the fears until they go away
By forcing them to face their fears quickly
By telling children their fears are not real
By supporting them and helping them gradually overcome fears
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Phobia
A temporary feeling of unease
Intense & often irrational fear of specific object, situation, or activity
A mild dislike or discomfort
A momentary hesitation before action
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What is a
genre
?
The tone and mood of a story
The perspective of the author
A detailed analysis of a text
A type or category of literature or writing
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What is fear primarily designed to do for humans?
Help us respond to danger and protect ourselves
Entertain us with thrilling experiences
Teach us about the brain’s functions
Make us avoid all unfamiliar situations
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Trigger
To calm a reaction
A warning sign that danger is present
Something that causes an event, action, or reaction to occur
To stop something from happening
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How does a therapist typically help someone with a phobia?
By exposing them to their worst fear immediately
By prescribing medications as the only solution
By avoiding discussions about the fear
By teaching relaxation techniques and gradually confronting fears
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What is a normal reaction to fear in young children?
Experiencing no fear of imaginary creatures
Developing phobias of school or routine activities
Avoiding social interactions altogether
Fear of storms, strangers, or being alone
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What role does the amygdala play in developing phobias?
It causes people to be constantly afraid.
It remembers experiences that trigger strong fear reactions.
It signals the body to calm down after fear.
It suppresses unnecessary fears from childhood.
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What is a
suffix
?
A descriptive phrase used in nonfiction writing
A word part added to the beginning of a word to change its meaning
The main idea or theme of a word
A word part added to the end of a word to change its meaning
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What is a
prefix
?
A synonym of a word
The root of a word that gives it its main meaning
A word part added to the beginning of a word to change its meaning
A word part added to the end of a word to change its meaning
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Why are some people more sensitive to fears than others?
Because they avoid scary experiences entirely
Because they lack the ability to feel excitement
Due to personality traits, inherited genes, or past experiences
Due to their reluctance to learn relaxation techniques
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How can fear become stronger instead of weaker?
By gradually confronting the fear with help
By avoiding the fear altogether
By learning more about the fear
By discussing the fear with supportive people
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How can people reduce unnecessary fears?
By seeking constant reassurance from others
By learning about and gradually confronting the fear
By pretending the fear doesn’t exist
By avoiding the situations they are afraid of
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Why might phobias be particularly exhausting for those who have them?
Because the person feels constant pressure to confront the phobia
Because phobias are seen as a sign of weakness
Because the physical sensations of fear are intense and frequent
Because others often refuse to acknowledge their fears
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What is a key benefit of gradually confronting fears under guidance?
The person no longer needs professional help after one session.
The fear completely disappears after the first attempt.
It reduces the need for relaxation practices.
The brain learns that the perceived danger is not as threatening as feared.
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What is a
root word
?
The smallest unit of meaning in a word, often from Greek or Latin
A category of writing style
A descriptive word in a sentence
A word part added to the end of a word to form a new word
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Why is the decision to confront a fear often the hardest part?
It requires bravery and a willingness to face discomfort.
Therapists force the process too quickly.
The brain discourages change and growth.
People often do not know they are afraid
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Activate
To avoid an action
To analyze something
To stop a process
To cause something to start working or to begin a process
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What is the first step in overcoming a phobia?
Facing the most intense fear directly
Avoiding all situations related to the fear
Listing fears from least to worst and gradually confronting them
Using medication to eliminate fear permanently
