Mosquito Quiz

What is the most commonly detested pest in the world?

• Horsefly

• Mosquito

What is the primary reason why humans hate mosquitos?

• Their itchy bites

• Their presence in large swarms

What is the purpose of a mosquito's saliva when it bites?

• To cause itching

• To numb the skin

How does a mosquito find a blood vessel?

• By sensing carbon dioxide

• By using its proboscis

How much blood can a mosquito suck?

• Twice its weight

• Half its weight

What diseases can mosquitos transmit?

• Malaria and yellow fever

• Malaria and dengue