1.4: Diseases

Which of the following is NOT a cause of an infectious disease?

• bacteria

• virus

• genetic mutation

• fungi

A _________ lives on or in the body of another living thing.

The living thing that a parasite infects is called the ______.

• host

• guest

• intruder

• invader

How do protect ourselves and others from germs?

• Wear a mask

• Avoid crowds

• Stay long in the crowded places

• Wash hands often

Washing your hands frequently is the ________ effective strategy in preventing spread of diseases.

• most

• least

Organise these diseases into the right categories.

Groups:

(a) Bacteria

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(b) Virus

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(c) Fungi

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On the outline of the human body, draw in the parts and write labels to describe the different ways the body defends itself from infectious diseases.

Which vector is responsible for spreading diseases like dengue fever and malaria?

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What word means "keeping yourself and the things around you clean"?

One way to keep insects away is to use a __________.

• flashlight

• repellent

• sunscreen

• hand sanitizer