14 'Facts' About Drinking
TRUE OR FALSE: Men can drink more than women without getting drunk
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TRUE OR FALSE: It takes a lot to make someone legally drunk
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TRUE OR FALSE: Coffee can sober up someone who is drunk
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TRUE OR FALSE: Eating beforehand lets you drink more without becoming drunk
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TRUE OR FALSE: Some people are better at holding their alcohol
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TRUE OR FALSE: One drink doesn't affect driving ability
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TRUE OR FALSE: The "beer before liquor" saying has basis in fact
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TRUE OR FALSE: Letting kids drink helps them avoid alcoholism later on
TRUE OR FALSE: Dark beer contains more alcohol
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TRUE OR FALSE: The alcohol in hard liquor is more intoxicating
Just what is a standard drink, anyway? It's 12 ounces of beer, five ounces of wine, or a mixed drink containing one shot of 80-proof liquor. Each standard drink contains half an ounce of ethanol.
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TRUE OR FALSE: Alcohol destroys brain cells
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TRUE OR FALSE: Anyone who passes out from drinking should "sleep it off"
TRUE OR FALSE: Dark-hued beverages are more likely to cause a hangover
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TRUE OR FALSE: Alcoholism runs in families
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