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This test consists of 15 multiple choice questions and 5 short answer questions.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Even in dysfunctional families strong girls are able to do what?
(a) They can provide a rationale for their problems
(b) They can find value in themselves when no one else can
(c) They can develop a bond with at least one family member
(d) They can survive the horrors they face daily

2. What does Dr. Pipher believe to be the cause of Monica's mild depression?
(a) Lack of contact with peers
(b) Stresses of adolescence
(c) Peer reactions
(d) Divorce

3. Which type of girl is clearly more rat isk of developing an addiction?
(a) Those with other problems
(b) Those who are unable to control their weight
(c) Those with no friends
(d) Those with strict parents

4. What percentage of teens believe that a man has the right to force his wife to have sex?
(a) 50%
(b) 65%
(c) 10%
(d) 80%

5. What school activities do many girls participate in which often makes them emotionally healthy?
(a) They can participate in contests
(b) They can participate in academics
(c) They can participate in sports
(d) They can participate in clubs

6. What is Cassie's world more driven by?
(a) Addictive forces
(b) Greed
(c) Materialism
(d) Sexual drive

7. According to Cassie, at what grade are students shunned and labeled a geek if they are not drinking?
(a) 8th
(b) 5th
(c) 9th
(d) 11th

8. Which type of girl does Dr. Pipher say usually lose her true self?
(a) Perfectionist
(b) Type A personality
(c) Bulimic
(d) Anorexic

9. Why does Kelli use chemicals?
(a) She wants to escape family obligations
(b) She wants to feel enlightend
(c) She wants to rebel
(d) She wants to experiment

10. What career was Dr. Pipher pushed toward by her teachers in school?
(a) Psychology
(b) Law
(c) Teacher
(d) Medicine

11. Which of the following isn't one of the things Dr. Pipher believes athletic skills give to girls?
(a) It gives them cooperative skills
(b) It gives them confidence
(c) It gives them limited growth
(d) It gives them peer groups

12. What does Gail do to harm herself?
(a) She cuts herself on the breasts
(b) She burns herself with cigarettes
(c) She attempts suicide
(d) She takes pills

13. Which of the following professions is not at high risk for developing bulimia?
(a) Teachers
(b) Gymnasts
(c) Dancers
(d) Models

14. Why does Dr. Pipher believe that girls turn to alcohol, drugs, food or self-mutilation?
(a) To surprise each other
(b) To numb themselves
(c) To rebel against authority
(d) To find peace

15. Which of the following is a technique in which girls reflect on their past or future when they are having a bad day?
(a) Rememberance theory
(b) Altruism
(c) Time travel
(d) Perspective theory

Short Answer Questions

1. How did families of Dr. Pipher's time handle their troubles?

2. What does Dr. Pipher note about many female leaders?

3. What does Dr. Pipher describe as being a compounding factor with society when it comes to sexual activity?

4. At what age did Dr. Pipher see her first television show?

5. Which type of father is June's?

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