Cold and Flu

What is a cold is caused by?

• a symptom
• a virus
• the weather

Why do you feel tired or sick when you have a cold or flu?

• Your immune system fights the virus
• you exercise a lot
• you feel cold
• it is cold outside

What is a symptom?

• when it is hot outside
• wearing many layers of clothes
• a change in the body caused by an illness
• when it is cold inside

What is the immune system?

• The parts of the body that kill germs and protect against illnesses
• Roads
• The parts of the body that help us breathe
• Buses, trains and subways

A cold and flu are different but they have things in common.

• TRUE
• FALSE

What is a fever?

• When it is hot outside
• When you feel tired
• A heat wave
• A rise in temperature of the body

Sneezing, coughing, runny nose, sore throat and headaches are _______

• Fevers
• Seasons
• Symptoms
• Holidays

Your body raises its temperature to help kill off the viruses or other germs in your body. It's a sign your immune system is working hard.

• TRUE
• FALSE

Tags

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How long does it take to feel better?

• A few days or a week
• Hours
• A month
• A year

How can you keep a cold or flu from spreading?

• Cover your mouth when you cough or sneeze
• Never wash your hands
• Touch everything
• Wear dirty clothes