The Impact of Covid-19: A Five-Year Reflection

What was declared by the World Health Organisation on 13 March 2020?

• Europe was the epicentre of the pandemic

• Lockdowns were unnecessary

• Vaccines were available

• Covid-19 was eradicated

Which of the following terms was commonly used during the pandemic?

• Global warming

• Quantum computing

• Artificial intelligence

• Social distancing

What happened to the consumption of takeaway food in Britain during the lockdown?

• It was banned

• It rose by 50%

• It stayed the same

• It decreased by 50%

According to the text, what happened to conspiracy theories during the pandemic?

• They were proven true

• They were ignored by everyone

• They moved from the fringes to the centers of power

• They disappeared completely

What is the term for the loss of memories, including facts and experiences?

• Collective amnesia

• Memory loss

• Amnesia

• Forgetfulness

What did many people gain a new appreciation for during the pandemic?

• Work

• Technology

• Money

• Friends, family, and time outdoors

What was one of the lasting impacts of Covid-19 on work habits in America?

• No change in work habits

• More people work from home

• Work hours increased

• Everyone returned to offices

What did some people question about the Covid-19 vaccines?

• Their cost

• Their effectiveness

• Their taste

• Their color

What did Devi Sridhar argue best describes the public response after the pandemic?

• Collective amnesia

• Joy

• Increased awareness

• Panic

What did the pandemic teach us for future global health crises?

• To ignore them

• To be better prepared

• To panic more

• To avoid technology