A tapeworm lives in the intestines of its host. Which example best describes the relationship between the tapeworm and its host?

• The tapeworm benefits from its host; however, the host is not affected.

• The tapeworm does not benefit from its host, but the host does benefit.

• The tapeworm benefits from its host, and the host is negatively affected.

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Which is a distinguishing characteristic describing most parasitic diseases?

• They are often carried by insects or vectors.

• They are usually harmless diseases and seldom fatal.

• They are most often experienced in very dry climates.

• They are most often experienced in very wet climates.

Parasites are organisms that live on or in another organism.

• True

• False

Ectoprasites can be found......

• In the digestive system

• In the fur

• On the skin

• In the ear

Over time a parasite will weaken or sicken the host.

• True

• False

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Endoparasites live inside the body.......

• True

• False

This is the most common parasite of cats and dogs

• Flea
• Tick
• Lice
• Mite

This external parasite is known to cause Lyme Disease. 

• Lice
• Ticks
• Mites
• Fleas

These parasites can kill an animal's liver. 

• Flukes
• Mites
• Tapeworm
• Kidneyworm

This parasitic disease is caused my mites. 

• Mange
• Lyme Disease
• Ear Infection
• Malaria