Sun Safety for Kids: Learn to Protect Yourself from the Sun

Question 1

Which of these is NOT a result of not protecting your skin from the sun?

Accepted Answer

Strong bones

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Wrinkles

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Skin cancer

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Eye problems

Question 2

What's the BEST way to keep your skin safe from the sun?

Accepted Answer

Wear sunscreen and stay in the shade.

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Wear a hat and sunglasses.

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Nothing, the sun is good for you.

Question 3

What is the difference between a baseball cap and a sun hat?

Accepted Answer

A sun hat has a wider brim that shades the face and neck

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A baseball cap has a wider brim that shades the face and neck

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There is no difference between a baseball cap and a sun hat

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A baseball cap is made of cotton and a sun hat is made of straw

Question 4

When are the sun's rays strongest?

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Noon

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Morning

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Evening

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Night

Question 5

What strength of sunscreen should you use?

Accepted Answer

SPF 30 or higher

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SPF 10

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SPF 20

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SPF 50

Question 6

Why is it important to wear sunglasses?

Accepted Answer

To protect your eyes from the sun

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To look cool

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To keep dust out of your eyes

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To help you see better at night

Question 7

When is the best time to wear sunscreen?

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Whenever you are outdoors

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Only when you go to the beach

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Only when it is sunny outside

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Only when you swim

Question 8

What time of day is the sun's rays strongest?

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Afternoon

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Morning

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Evening

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Night

Question 9

What does SPF stand for in sunscreen?

Accepted Answer

Sun Protection Factor

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Sun Protection Level

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Sun Protection Index

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Skin Protection Factor

Question 10

How do hats and sunglasses protect us from the sun?

Accepted Answer

They block the sun's rays from reaching our skin and eyes

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They cool us down on hot days

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They help us see better in bright light

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They make us look stylish

Question 11

What does SPF in sunscreen stand for?

Accepted Answer

Sun Protection Factor

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Sun Prevention Factor

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Sun Protection Formula

Question 12

When is the best time to play outside if you want to avoid the strongest sunlight?

Accepted Answer

5pm-7pm

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12pm-4pm

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9am-11am

Question 13

What kind of clothing provides the most sun protection?

Accepted Answer

Long sleeve, thick fabric shirt

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Thin cotton shirt

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Short sleeve, light-colored shirt

Question 14

Is it okay to stay in the sun for a long time if you're wearing sunscreen?

Accepted Answer

No

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Yes

Question 15

What should you do if you get sunburned?

Accepted Answer

Take a cool bath or shower

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Put on more sunscreen

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Go back out in the sun

Question 16

What does it mean to be sun-safe?

Accepted Answer

Taking steps to protect yourself from the sun

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Spending all day in the sun

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Ignoring sun protection advice

Question 17

What is the most important thing to consider when choosing sunscreen?

Accepted Answer

Sun Protection Factor (SPF) value

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Brand name

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Expiration date

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Price

Question 18

When is the sun's ultraviolet (UV) rays strongest?

Accepted Answer

Midday

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Morning

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Evening

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Night

Question 19

True or False: You should only wear sunscreen when you are at the beach or pool.

Accepted Answer

False

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True

Question 20

What is the proper way to apply sunscreen?

Accepted Answer

Rub it evenly onto dry skin until it is absorbed

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Leave it on your skin in a thick layer

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Apply it to wet skin

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Apply it only to exposed areas

Question 21

What is the leading cause of skin cancer?

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Sun exposure

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Smoking

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Air pollution

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Stress

Question 22

True or False: It is important to protect your skin from the sun even on cloudy days.

Accepted Answer

True

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False

Question 23

What should you wear to protect your eyes from the bright sun?

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Sunglasses

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Boots

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Gloves

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Scarf

Question 24

When are the sun's rays strongest?

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During the afternoon

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During the morning

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During the evening

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During the night

Question 25

What name is given to the rays from the sun that can cause sunburn, but we cannot see them?

Accepted Answer

UV rays

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X-rays

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Infrared rays

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Gamma rays

Question 26

What is the most common reason people get sunburn?

Accepted Answer

Spending too long in the sun without protection

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Touching hot objects

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Stepping on sharp objects

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Eating sugary snacks

Question 27

What should you do if you get a sunburn?

Accepted Answer

Apply cold water and aloe vera

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Take a hot bath

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Stay in the sun

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Ignore it

Question 28

Why is it essential to wear sunglasses?

Accepted Answer

To protect your eyes from the sun's harmful rays

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To look cool

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To hide your eyes

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To see better

Question 29

What does the UV Index measure?

Accepted Answer

The strength of the sun's rays

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The risk of skin cancer

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The amount of sunscreen needed

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Dangerous weather conditions

Question 30

What is the most important thing you can do to protect yourself from the harmful rays of the sun?

Accepted Answer

Wear sunscreen

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Stay in the shade

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Wear a hat

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Wear sunglasses

Question 31

When is the sun's rays most intense?

Accepted Answer

Between 10am and 4pm

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All day long

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Before 10am

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After 4pm

Question 32

Which of these is NOT a safe way to enjoy the sun?

Accepted Answer

Using tanning beds

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Applying sunscreen

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Wearing long sleeves and pants

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Seeking shade

Question 33

What do the letters 'SPF' in sunscreen stand for?

Accepted Answer

Sun Protection Factor

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Sun Protection Field

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Sun Protection Formula

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Sun Protection Filter

Question 34

Which of these hats provides the best protection from the sun?

Accepted Answer

A hat with a wide brim

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A cowboy hat

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A beanie

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A baseball cap

Question 35

Which of the following is NOT a good way to protect yourself from the sun's harmful rays?

Accepted Answer

Spending too much time in direct sunlight

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Wearing a hat

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Wearing sunglasses

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Wearing sunscreen

Question 36

When is the best time of day to play outside during the summer?

Accepted Answer

Early morning or late afternoon

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Noon

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Midnight

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Sunset

Question 37

What is the recommended strength of sunscreen you should use?

Accepted Answer

SPF 30 or higher

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SPF 5 or higher

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SPF 15 or higher

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Any SPF

Question 38

If you get a sunburn, what should you do?

Accepted Answer

Apply a cold compress and aloe vera

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Ignore it

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Take a hot bath

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Go outside and get more sun

Question 39

Which of the following is a symptom of heat exhaustion?

Accepted Answer

Nausea and dizziness

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Coughing and sneezing

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Sore throat and headache

Question 40

What should you do if you or someone else is experiencing heat exhaustion?

Accepted Answer

Move to a cool place and drink plenty of fluids

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Exercise vigorously

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Ignore it

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Take a hot bath

Question 41

What does the UV index measure?

Accepted Answer

The strength of the sun's ultraviolet rays

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The distance between the sun and the Earth

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The temperature of the sun's surface

Question 42

When is the UV index usually at its highest?

Accepted Answer

Midday

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Sunrise

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Sunset

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Midnight

Question 43

Why is it important to wear sunglasses?

Accepted Answer

To protect your eyes from harmful UV rays

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To make you look cool

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To improve your night vision

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To help you see in the dark