Washing Your Hands

What tool do you use to see germs?

• Telescope

• Magnifying Glass

• Microscope

• Glasses

What is a germ?

• A germ is something you can see on the ground.

• A germ is a large animal.

• A germ is something that makes us feel better.

• A germ is something that can make us sick.

How long do we need to wash our hands for?

• 20 Seconds

• 10 Seconds

• 30 Seconds

• 1 Minute

Can we see germs with our eyes?

• Yes, we can.

• No, we can't.

How long can germs live on a hard surface?

• 9 days

• 1 year

• 1 month

• 6 months

What is the ultimate defense for not catching a cold?

• Playing outside

• Not touching your face

• Staying up late at night

• Not washing your hands

How do germs enter your body?

• Through your mouth

• Through your nose

• Through your ears

• All of the above

You can catch a virus through your hands

• True

• False

Answer explanation

Germs only get inside our body once we touch our face with the germs on our hand.

All germs and viruses are bad for humans

• True

• False

Answer explanation

Only a small percentage of viruses have a harmful affect on humans.

What is the first step in washing your hands?

• Drying them off

• Putting soap on them

• Getting them wet with warm water