Long Questions

Question 1

Physical & Behavioural symptoms of substance abuse

10 marks

Answer 1

Physical symptoms:
- dramatic weight loss or gain
- red or glassy eyes, or pupils bigger/smaller than usual.
- changes in eating habits (eating more or less)
- neglecting grooming habits and general appearance
- odd smells on breath, body or clothing
- unexplained needle marks, bruising or blisters on the skin
Behavioural symptoms:
- stopping activities such as sport, hobbies and homework
- declining academic results @ school
- mood swings, irritability or outbursts
- lying and other selfish behaviour
- stealing or borrowing money or items
- changes in sleeping patterns or sudden restlessness or laziness.

Question 2

Factors that influence choice of personal diet

6 marks

Answer 2

Ecological factors:
- this relates to people’s beliefs about the environment and its protection
- Some people refuse to eat food that has been transported from far away as the transport process has caused carbon emissions and other damage to the environment.
- People may choose an organic diet as organic farmers only use environmentally friendly methods to control pests and promote growth
- Vegetarians and vegans often choose this diet as they believe that eating animal products is detrimental to the environment.
Social factors:
- This relates to other people in a family, group of friends or any group of people.
- People often influence each other’s food choices
- social occasions such as parties also influence choices as there might be cake and other sweet foods to celebrate
- Parents food choices will also influence the families food choices

Question 3

Diabetes:

10 marks

Answer 3

Diabetes is a condition in which sugar is not used effectively to provide the body with the energy that it needs for living and growing. A diabetic person's body is not able to supply enough insulin or the insulin doesn't work properly. Insulin helps transport sugar from the bloodstream to the body cells. Diabetes is not contagious.
Signs of diabetes include:
- constant thirst
- always feeling tired
- frequent urination
- unexplained weight loss
- itchy skin
- blurry vision
- numbness in hands and feet
Depending on what type of diabetes and how serious it is, it can either be treated with insulin injections or managed with physical activities and meal planning. DSA supports people and provides information on diabetes.

Question 4

the role of oral traditions and scriptures

8 marks

Answer 4

• tells people where they come from
• gives the history of people
• builds identity
• encourages people to be good people
• comforts people in hard times
• offers good advice
• teaches people how to live their lives
• explains why things are the way they are

Question 5

Judaism

10 marks

Answer 5

The holy book of the Jews is the Hebrew Tanach. It is divided into three sections:
- The Torah (law books)
- Nebiim (prophetic books)
- Ketubim (poetic and other writings)
The most important section is the Torah, which is made up of the first 5 books of the Tanach. These books are also the first 5 books of the Cristian and Islam holy books. It is written on scrolls and contains the story of how the Jewish faith began. The Torah tells how a man called Moses led his people from slavery in Egypt to a land that God promised them. On the way, God called Moses and gave him a set of rules for the Jews to follow. Among these are the ten commandments. Jewish boys and men have to cover their heads with a yarmulke during prayer and worship.

Question 6

Food pyramid:

Answer 6

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Junk - no more than three servings a day
Protein - 2-3 servings
Dairy- 2-3 portions
Fruit and veg - 5 portions
Carbohydrates - 5-8 portions
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