Question

in the space, write the word(s) from the list that best completes each sentence. 1. stds are infections that are spread from person to person through ____________. 2. __________ are growths or bumps in the genital area. 3. a thick yellowish discharge from the genitals may be a sign of __________. 4. __________ are not available for most stds. 5. ____________ can damage the brain, nerves, eyes, heart, blood vessels, liver, bones, and joints. read each statement carefully. if the statement is true, place a plus (+) in the space provided. if the statement is false, cross out the italicized word(s) and write the correct word(s) in the space provided. 6. the std chlamydia is caused by bacteria. 7. stds can be cured by sexual abstinence. 8. a person who suspects that he or she is infected with an std should see a medical professional. 9. stds can make a person infertile or sterile. 10. sexual activity puts teens at risk for stds and unplanned pregnancy. score (number correct × 10 points):

Explanation:

1. STDs spread via sexual contact.
2. Genital warts are growths in the genital area.
3. A thick yellowish discharge can be a sign of gonorrhea.
4. Vaccines are not available for most STDs.
5. Syphilis can damage multiple organs.
6. Chlamydia is caused by bacteria (True).
7. Sexual abstinence doesn't cure STDs.
8. Suspected STD - see a medical professional (True).
9. STDs can cause infertility (True).
10. Sexual activity risks STDs and unplanned pregnancy (True).

Answer:

1. sexual contact
2. Genital warts
3. gonorrhea
4. Vaccines
5. Syphilis
6. +
7. cannot
8. +
9. +
10. +