Answers To The Questions About Peer Pressure Among Youth

Read the following passage about peer pressure among students and mark the letter A, B, C,
or D on your answer sheet to indicate the best answer to each of the following questions
from 23 to 30.
Peer Pressure Among Youth
Peer pressure can be particularly prevalent among teenagers, who are at a vulnerable stage of
development and seeking their identity. It is a powerful force that can significantly impact the
thoughts, actions, and behaviors of teenagers. During adolescence, individuals strive for acceptance
and belonging, making them particularly susceptible to the influence of their peers. Understanding
the nature of peer pressure and its effects is essential for supporting teenagers in navigating this
challenging aspect of their social lives.
One aspect of peer pressure is the pressure to conform to the norms and expectations of a
social group. Teenagers may feel compelled to adopt certain behaviors, preferences, or attitudes to
fit in and avoid social rejection. This conformity can range from relatively harmless choices, such
as fashion trends, to more concerning behaviors, such as substance abuse or risky activities.
Peer pressure can manifest in both explicit and implicit ways. Direct peer pressure involves
explicit requests, invitations, or demands from peers to engage in specific actions or behaviors.
Indirect or implicit peer pressure, on the other hand, is more subtle and involves observing
others' behaviors and feeling pressured to conform without any explicit requests. This type
of pressure can be equally influential and difficult for teenagers to navigate.
It is important to note that peer pressure can have positive or negative implications. Positive
peer pressure can motivate teenagers to engage in healthy behaviors, such as participating in
sports, pursuing academic goals, or engaging in community service. However, it can lead to risky or
harmful behaviors, such as substance abuse, delinquency, or academic underachievement.
Parents, educators, and mentors play a crucial role in helping teenagers navigate peer
pressure. By fostering open and supportive relationships, adults can provide a safe space for
teenagers to discuss their experiences and concerns. Promoting critical thinking, assertiveness
skills, and self-confidence can empower teenagers to resist negative peer
pressure and make independent, healthy choices.
[Adapted from "Peer Pressure: Its Influence on Teens and Decision Making”]
Question 23: The word "conform" in paragraph 2 is opposite in meaning to:
A. resist B. adapt C. follow D. imitate
Question 24: Which of the following is NOT mentioned as a potential outcome of peer pressure?
A. Participating in sports B. Using harmful substances
C. Poor academic performance D. Developing unique personal interests
Question 25: The phrase "social rejection" in paragraph 2 could be best replaced by:
A. social approval B. social exclusion C. social interaction D. social
engagement
Question 26: Which of the following best paraphrases the underlined sentence in paragraph 3?
A. Peer pressure can be seen directly through demands made by friends.
B. Friends can influence each other by their actions and behaviors without direct communication.
C. Indirect peer pressure is easier to recognize and avoid than direct requests from peers.
D. Observing the behaviors of those around us to conform in order to avoid being different.
Question 27: The word "it" in paragraph 4 refers to:
A. academic performance B. negative behavior C. peer pressure D. social
group
Question 28: Which of the following is TRUE according to the passage?
A. Peer pressure has only negative effects on teenagers.
B. Positive peer pressure can lead to healthy behaviors.
C. All peer pressure is easy to identify.
D. Teenagers do not seek social acceptance.
Question 29: In which paragraph does the writer discuss the role of adults in addressing peer
pressure?
A. Paragraph 2 B. Paragraph 3 C. Paragraph 4 D.
Paragraph 5
Question 30: In which paragraph does the writer explain the different forms of peer pressure?
A. Paragraph 1 B. Paragraph 2 C. Paragraph 3 D.
Paragraph 4

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