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TAM Card Final Exam Complete Questions
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1.
Q: Alcohol (ethanol) is classified physiologically as a:
A. Stimulant
B. Depressant
C. Hallucinogen
D. Narcotic
Answer: B. Depressant
Rationale: Alcohol slows down the central nervous system, reducing
responsiveness, coordination and judgment; thus it's a depressant.
2.
Q: One of the first physical/behavioural signs of intoxication in a patron is:
A. Slurred speech
B. Loss of consciousness
C. Lowered inhibitions
D. Seizures
Answer: C. Lowered inhibitions
Rationale: Lowered inhibitions (less restraint, more talkative, riskier behaviour) is
often an early sign before severe symptoms appear.
3.
Q: Which of the following is not a standard drink in the U.S. context?
A. 12 oz beer (~5% ABV)
B. 5 oz wine (~12% ABV)
C. 1.5 oz spirits (~40% ABV)
D. 8 oz wine (~12% ABV)
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Answer: D. 8 oz wine (~12% ABV)
Rationale: The standard drink measures are roughly A, B and C. An 8 oz wine pour is
larger than the standard 5 oz for wine, thus not a standard drink measure.
4.
Q: Which part of the body absorbs the most alcohol into the bloodstream?
A. Stomach
B. Small intestine
C. Large intestine
D. Lungs
Answer: B. Small intestine
Rationale: The small intestine has a large surface area and thin wall allowing rapid
alcohol absorption; the stomach absorbs some but far less.
5.
Q: The acronym S.I.R. (for on-premises service strategy) stands for:
A. Serve, Inspect, Record
B. Size up, Interview, Rate
C. Scan ID, Invite, Refuse
D. Serve Intoxicated, Record, Report
Answer: B. Size up, Interview, Rate
Rationale: The training module outlines that S.I.R. means Size up the customer,
Interview before serving, and Rate their consumption risk.
6.
Q: When verifying a patron’s ID, you should:
A. Only ask for ID if they look under 21
B. Automatically accept student ID cards
C. Check for expiry date, photo match, signs of tampering
D. Rely solely on the patron’s statement of age
Answer: C. Check for expiry date, photo match, signs of tampering
Rationale: Responsible service requires diligent inquiry and checking that ID is
valid, unaltered, and matches the person before serving alcohol.
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7.
Q: Which of the following is a legal risk to the establishment for serving an
obviously intoxicated patron who later drives and causes an accident?
A. Dram shop liability
B. Trademark infringement
C. Noise violation
D. Fire code violation
Answer: A. Dram shop liability
Rationale: Dram shop laws permit civil liability on alcohol vendors who serve
alcohol to visibly intoxicated persons who cause harm to others or themselves.
8.
Q: A server should refuse service when a guest:
A. Gives a valid ID and orders one drink
B. Orders water only
C. Exhibits slurred speech, impaired coordination, aggressive behaviour
D. Asks for information about drink specials
Answer: C. Exhibits slurred speech, impaired coordination, aggressive
behaviour
Rationale: Signs of intoxication require intervention/refusal of service to prevent
further risk to the guest and others.
G.
Q: Encouraging patrons to eat while consuming alcohol helps because:
A. Food doubles the alcohol absorption rate
B. Food slows the absorption of alcohol into the bloodstream
C. Food makes intoxication worse
D. Food has no effect on alcohol absorption
Answer: B. Food slows the absorption of alcohol into the bloodstream
Rationale: Having food in the stomach delays alcohol absorption, lowering peak
blood alcohol concentration and reducing rapid intoxication.
TAM Card Final Exam Complete Questions
And Correct Detailed Answers |Already
Graded A+
1.
Q: Alcohol (ethanol) is classified physiologically as a:
A. Stimulant
B. Depressant
C. Hallucinogen
D. Narcotic
Answer: B. Depressant
Rationale: Alcohol slows down the central nervous system, reducing
responsiveness, coordination and judgment; thus it's a depressant.
2.
Q: One of the first physical/behavioural signs of intoxication in a patron is:
A. Slurred speech
B. Loss of consciousness
C. Lowered inhibitions
D. Seizures
Answer: C. Lowered inhibitions
Rationale: Lowered inhibitions (less restraint, more talkative, riskier behaviour) is
often an early sign before severe symptoms appear.
3.
Q: Which of the following is not a standard drink in the U.S. context?
A. 12 oz beer (~5% ABV)
B. 5 oz wine (~12% ABV)
C. 1.5 oz spirits (~40% ABV)
D. 8 oz wine (~12% ABV)
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Answer: D. 8 oz wine (~12% ABV)
Rationale: The standard drink measures are roughly A, B and C. An 8 oz wine pour is
larger than the standard 5 oz for wine, thus not a standard drink measure.
4.
Q: Which part of the body absorbs the most alcohol into the bloodstream?
A. Stomach
B. Small intestine
C. Large intestine
D. Lungs
Answer: B. Small intestine
Rationale: The small intestine has a large surface area and thin wall allowing rapid
alcohol absorption; the stomach absorbs some but far less.
5.
Q: The acronym S.I.R. (for on-premises service strategy) stands for:
A. Serve, Inspect, Record
B. Size up, Interview, Rate
C. Scan ID, Invite, Refuse
D. Serve Intoxicated, Record, Report
Answer: B. Size up, Interview, Rate
Rationale: The training module outlines that S.I.R. means Size up the customer,
Interview before serving, and Rate their consumption risk.
6.
Q: When verifying a patron’s ID, you should:
A. Only ask for ID if they look under 21
B. Automatically accept student ID cards
C. Check for expiry date, photo match, signs of tampering
D. Rely solely on the patron’s statement of age
Answer: C. Check for expiry date, photo match, signs of tampering
Rationale: Responsible service requires diligent inquiry and checking that ID is
valid, unaltered, and matches the person before serving alcohol.
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7.
Q: Which of the following is a legal risk to the establishment for serving an
obviously intoxicated patron who later drives and causes an accident?
A. Dram shop liability
B. Trademark infringement
C. Noise violation
D. Fire code violation
Answer: A. Dram shop liability
Rationale: Dram shop laws permit civil liability on alcohol vendors who serve
alcohol to visibly intoxicated persons who cause harm to others or themselves.
8.
Q: A server should refuse service when a guest:
A. Gives a valid ID and orders one drink
B. Orders water only
C. Exhibits slurred speech, impaired coordination, aggressive behaviour
D. Asks for information about drink specials
Answer: C. Exhibits slurred speech, impaired coordination, aggressive
behaviour
Rationale: Signs of intoxication require intervention/refusal of service to prevent
further risk to the guest and others.
G.
Q: Encouraging patrons to eat while consuming alcohol helps because:
A. Food doubles the alcohol absorption rate
B. Food slows the absorption of alcohol into the bloodstream
C. Food makes intoxication worse
D. Food has no effect on alcohol absorption
Answer: B. Food slows the absorption of alcohol into the bloodstream
Rationale: Having food in the stomach delays alcohol absorption, lowering peak
blood alcohol concentration and reducing rapid intoxication.
