Text version of the "Know the Law" Quiz
Question 1
Which of the following are NOT considered tobacco products by state law?
- A. Pipes
- B. Smokeless tobacco
- C. Tobacco papers
- D. Cigars
- E. Snuff
- F. All of the above are considered tobacco products
Correct Answer: F. The state defines tobacco products as "any substance that contains tobacco, including, but not limited to, cigarettes, cigars, pipes, snuff, smoking tobacco, tobacco papers, or smokeless tobacco.
Question 2
Which of the following tobacco products are legal to sell to people under 18?
- A. None - all tobacco products are prohibited
- B. Smokeless tobacco
- C. Tobacco papers
- D. Both B and C
Correct Answer: A. State law prohibits selling ANY tobacco product to persons under age 18.
Question 3
According to state law, when someone approaches you to buy tobacco, what should you do?
- A. Ask how old they are
- B. Ask for photo ID to see how old they are
- C. Decide whether you think they are 18, and ask for ID if you're not sure
Correct Answer: B. Always check ID -- it's your only defense if an inspector catches you selling to a minor.
Question 4
What is the minimum amount the state will fine you personally if you sell tobacco products to someone younger than 18?
- A. $50
- B. $75
- C. $100
Correct Answer: C. Selling tobacco to a minor can result in a personal fine of at least $100 for the first offense!
Question 5
State law requires that tobacco product sales be "vendor assisted." What does this mean?
- A. Tobacco must be locked up or out of reach of all customers
- B. Tobacco must be sold in vending machines
- C. Tobacco must be within reach only for those over 18
Correct Answer: A. State law requires that ALL tobacco sales be vendor-assisted, which means no customers can access the products without assistance from an employee. The only exception is for stores that sell ONLY tobacco, meaning at least 75% of the items in the store are tobacco products.
Question 6
State law allows inspectors to make sure that stores comply with the law. When can these inspections occur?
- A. Within a week after the store receives a written notice
- B. Anytime, without prior notice
- C. Once a year on a date agreed upon with the store
Correct Answer: B. Inspections can occur at any time, with no warning.
Question 7
Which of the following is prohibited (not allowed) by law?
- A. Selling an open, partial pack of cigarettes
- B. Selling single cigarettes
- C. Giving away single cigarettes as a promotion
- D. All of the above are prohibited by law.
Correct Answer: D. State law says that cigarettes must be sold only in their original sealed package from the manufacturer.
