Red Ribbon Iowa

Test your Knowledge with the Red Ribbon Quiz

Try your hand at this Red Ribbon quiz, then check your answers below. (Hint: Read the Red Ribbon History page first)

  1. Whose death triggered the Red Ribbon Campaign?
  2. When is Red Ribbon Week celebrated?
  3. Which city in Mexico was known as the center of a drug trafficking empire?
  4. What is the theme this year for Iowa's Red Ribbon Week?
  5. How can I show my commitment to being drug free?
  6. What was Enrique's nickname?
  7. For what agency did Enrique work?
  8. What belief did Enrique have that inspired the Red Ribbon Campaign?
  9. Where can I get more information or help about alcohol or drugs?
  10. What are 10 things you can do or say if someone offers you drugs?

Answers

  1. Enrique Camarena
  2. From October 23 - 31 every year
  3. Guadalajara, Mexico
  4. Ask Me, See Me, Be Me... I’m Drug Free
  5. By wearing a red ribbon during Red Ribbon Week and being drug free all year long
  6. Kiki
  7. Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA)
  8. One person can make a difference
  9. Call the toll-free Alcohol and Drug Hotline - 1-866-242-4111 or visit the DrugFreeIowa.org Web site.
  10. Give a reason: I don't drink
    Broken record: No thanks, no thanks, no thanks.
    Change the subject: I have to go to practice.
    Use humor: Sorry, I have a date with a super model.
    Suggest something different to do: Hey, let's go to a movie.
    Give them a compliment: I like your jacket. Where did you get it?
    State the facts: I don't like being out of control.
    Cold shoulder: Ignore the person.
    Avoid the situation: If you know they use, find other friends.
    Walk away.
    (Bet you can come up with some different ideas. Make a list and share it with your classmates.)