Corona Virus Quiz

Each of the following statements is true, except:

• a. Viruses come in different types

• b. Viruses infect living cells

• c. Viruses can replicate without hosts

• d. Viruses can cause illnesses

A virus infects a host in order to:

• A.Take in nutrients

• B.Make the host sick

• C.Make copies of itself

• D.Destroy the host's cells

The distinguishing feature of a coronavirus is its:

• A.Size

• B.Mobility

• C.Shape

• D.Deadliness

Coronavirus infections are likely to be more serious for:

• A.Teens

• B.Active adults

• C.Frequent travelers

• D.People with weakened immune systems

An outbreak of a virus occurs when:

• A.Symptoms of the virus get worse

• B.The virus spreads to more than one organ

• C.Someone dies from the virus

• D.The virus spreads to more and more hosts

What does it mean when a city is quarantined during a virus outbreak?

• A.Everyone in the city is infected

• B.No one can enter or leave the city

• C.The city’s population is immune to the virus

• D.Doctors in the city are developing a cure

Which practice prevents the spread of germs?

• A.Washing your hands often

• B.Blowing your nose

• C.Reusing the same tissue

• D.Coughing into your hand

A typical coronavirus infection:

• A.Is extremely dangerous

• B.Has mild symptoms

• C.Cannot spread to humans

• D.Is resistant to hand washing

Covering your mouth when you cough or sneeze is recommended to:

• A.Prevent germs from entering your body

• B.Get rid of germs from inside your body

• C.Avoid getting other people sick

• D.Warn other people that you are sick

The most reliable source of information about virus

outbreaks is:

• A.News headlines

• B.Social media

• C.Your peers

• D.The World Health Organization