Question 1

The most commonly reported symptom of withdrawal from caffeine is __________.

Accepted Answer

A) headaches 
B) depression 
C) sleepiness 
D) irritability

Question 2

Citizens of __________ are the world's top coffee consumers.

Accepted Answer

A) the U.S. 
B) Great Britain 
C) Scandinavian countries 
D) Brazil

Question 3

How does caffeine affect human task performance?

Accepted Answer

A) It increases performance. 
B) It decreases performance. 
C) It increases performance in some areas and decreases it in others. 
D) Caffeine does not affect performance.

Question 4

A(n)__________ is a compound that is of botanical origin,contains nitrogen,and is physiologically active.

Accepted Answer

A) theobromine 
B) methylxanthine 
C) theophylline 
D) alkaloid

Question 5

Peak levels of caffeine after taking a dose occur in __________.

Accepted Answer

A) 1 - 2 minutes 
B) 5 - 10 minutes 
C) 15 - 45 minutes 
D) 1 - 2 hours

Question 6

Tea contains ________ as well as caffeine.

Accepted Answer

A) theophylline 
B) theobromine 
C) nicotine 
D) all of these 
E) theophylline and theobromine

Question 7

Which of the following does not slow the process of caffeine metabolism and excretion?

Accepted Answer

A) cigarette smoking 
B) liver disease 
C) pregnancy 
D) use of oral contraceptives

Question 8

A recent study indicates that an ingredient in coffee appears to protect against ___________.

Accepted Answer

A) hypertension 
B) peptic ulcer 
C) liver cirrhosis 
D) osteoporosis

Question 9

The main source of caffeine for the citizens of Brazil is a type of tea.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 10

The United States' consumption of caffeine is __________ the world average.

Accepted Answer

A) half of 
B) the same as 
C) twice 
D) three times

Question 11

In the United States,caffeine is most often consumed in the form of __________.

Accepted Answer

A) chocolate 
B) tea 
C) colas 
D) coffee

Question 12

Combining Red Bull and alcohol reduces the harmful effects of alcohol on motor performance.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 13

Instant coffee contains more caffeine per serving than brewed coffee.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 14

Caffeine's primary action is __________.

Accepted Answer

A) contraction of the heart 
B) stimulation of CNS activity 
C) elevation of basal metabolism 
D) a stimulating effect on respiration

Question 15

___________ is the dominant source of caffeine in Ireland.

Accepted Answer

A) coffee 
B) tea 
C) chocolate 
D) coffee and tea are equal

Question 16

The U.S.Food and Drug Administration strictly monitors the caffeine content of energy drinks.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 17

What is the Federal Drug Administration's position on the use of caffeine by pregnant women?

Accepted Answer

A) pregnant women should not use caffeine 
B) pregnant women should only use caffeine in the first trimester 
C) moderate doses of caffeine do not have negative effects on reproduction 
D) the use of caffeine by pregnant women may have beneficial effects

Question 18

European explorers in the fifteenth century were responsible for the introduction of caffeine into North America.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 19

Individuals who suffer from ___________ should be careful when using caffeine.

Accepted Answer

A) schizophrenia 
B) alcohol dependence 
C) depression 
D) anxiety

Question 20

Caffeine metabolism and clearance is slower in people who have used caffeine over a longer period of time.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Exam 8: Caffeine

The most commonly reported symptom of withdrawal from caffeine is __________.

Citizens of __________ are the world's top coffee consumers.

How does caffeine affect human task performance?

A(n) __________ is a compound that is of botanical origin,contains nitrogen,and is physiologically active.

Peak levels of caffeine after taking a dose occur in __________.

Tea contains ________ as well as caffeine.

Which of the following does not slow the process of caffeine metabolism and excretion?

A recent study indicates that an ingredient in coffee appears to protect against ___________.

The main source of caffeine for the citizens of Brazil is a type of tea.

The United States' consumption of caffeine is __________ the world average.

In the United States,caffeine is most often consumed in the form of __________.

Combining Red Bull and alcohol reduces the harmful effects of alcohol on motor performance.

Instant coffee contains more caffeine per serving than brewed coffee.

Caffeine's primary action is __________.

___________ is the dominant source of caffeine in Ireland.

The U.S.Food and Drug Administration strictly monitors the caffeine content of energy drinks.

What is the Federal Drug Administration's position on the use of caffeine by pregnant women?

European explorers in the fifteenth century were responsible for the introduction of caffeine into North America.

Individuals who suffer from ___________ should be careful when using caffeine.

Caffeine metabolism and clearance is slower in people who have used caffeine over a longer period of time.