Microorganisms and Pathogens Quiz

What is the first line of defense according to the "Course of Action"?

• Removing the bad stuff if it gets in

• Keeping the bad stuff out

• Ignoring the bad stuff

• Allowing the bad stuff in

What should be done if the bad stuff gets in?

• Ignore it

• Keep it out

• Remove it

• Allow it to stay

What is the primary characteristic of innate immunity?

• It is a specific, targeted response.

• It involves antibodies and memory cells.

• It is the body's immediate, non-specific first line of defense.

• It only involves T cells.

Which of the following is a component of adaptive immunity?

• Skin

• Mucus

• Antibodies

• Inflammation

What type of immunity develops a specific, targeted response against a pathogen?

• Innate immunity

• Adaptive immunity

• Non-specific immunity

• General immunity

What is a characteristic of the innate immune response?

• It targets specific pathogens.

• It is a delayed response.

• It is non-specific and immediate.

• It requires prior exposure to pathogens.

Which of the following is a physical barrier in innate immunity?

• Enzymes

• Stomach acid

• Skin

• Antibodies

What is a sign that your body is raising the temperature to fight back against germs?

• Coughing

• Fever

• Sneezing

• Headache

What basic hygiene measure helps disrupt the spread of germs?

• Wearing gloves

• Handwashing

• Using hand sanitizer

• Wearing a mask

What are phagocytes?

• Red blood cells that carry oxygen

• White blood cells that engulf and destroy pathogens

• Cells that produce antibodies

• Cells that form blood clots