Study Guide for Semester Two

You may use one notecard during your test!  You can only use your own notecard.

Most of your test will come from two topics: drugs and violence - be sure to study from your past tests/quizzes from these subjects as many of the same questions may appear on this test. 
Other questions will include:

• identify three negative side effects of marijuana
• identify three diseases or medical conditions that can betreated using marijuana
• explain how body language can be used
• what is IQ and what is the scale of IQ scores?
• why is meth so addictive?

There are materials linked on this blog which will help you.

What is intelligence?

Answer these questions about intelligence and IQ:
Use internet research to find your answers.

1. What does the term "IQ" mean?
2. When, where and by whom was the concept of IQ developed?
3. What is the average IQ?
4. What is Mensa International?
5. Name at least two different IQ tests.

Test your IQ

http://www.funeducation.com/Tests/IQTest/TakeTest.aspx

Drugs and Behavior: Article Reviews

Read any two of the articles linked below and write a short assessment/review of each.  Each assessment should be at least 200 words long and be accompanied by at least one picture.  This assignment isdue by Sunday April 10th.

http://healthland.time.com/2011/04/06/why-pot-smokers-are-paranoid/

http://www.nytimes.com/2009/07/19/fashion/19pot.html

http://www.time.com/time/nation/article/0,8599,1889021,00.html

http://www.time.com/time/covers/1101021104/tgood.html

Marijuana - Legal or Illegal

Marijuana is illegal virtually everywhere on the planet, but why?  During the past week we have discussed the upsides and downsides of this controversial drug.  What do you think and why?  Write a 300 word minimum essay explaining your position on the legalization of marijuana.  Should it be legalized in Honduras or other places?  If so, why? If not, why?  It's ok to explain the good and the bad, just take a side and make your arguement.  Include one relevant picture and have it done and posted on your blog by Sunday, March 27th.

http://documentaryheaven.com/marijuana-nation/

The Truth About Smoking Dope

Meth: The World's Most Dangerous Drug

Methamphetamine is not a new drug - it has been around for over 100 years - it was first used to help soldiers fight better and avoid fatigue.  Over the past couple of decades it has grown into a worldwide problem and it's use continues to spread.  Meth's ease of addiction, lack of cost and extended "rush" have given it increasing popularity but it remains an incredibly dangerous drug, not only for it's users but for society in general. 

After watching the documentary: The World's Most Dangerous Drug, write a 200 word response including what you learned from the video as well as your ideas and opinions regarding this topic.  This assignment is due by Sunday March 6th.

http://topdocumentaryfilms.com/the-worlds-most-dangerous-drug/