Virus Cycle Mystery Reading

What was the main mystery the students at IDEA High School were trying to solve?

• Whether Jared's illness was caused by the lytic or lysogenic cycle

• The origin of the strange virus affecting Jared

• How to prevent the spread of the virus

• The symptoms of the virus affecting Jared

Which cycle involves the virus injecting its DNA into the host cell and quickly taking over?

• Lytic cycle

• Lysogenic cycle

• Dormant cycle

• Replication cycle

What did the students learn from the school nurse about Jared's symptoms?

• The symptoms appeared suddenly, indicating the lytic cycle

• The symptoms were mild, suggesting the lysogenic cycle

• The symptoms were unpredictable, making it hard to determine the cycle

• The symptoms were consistent with a bacterial infection

What did Layla suggest the group should research to help Jared?

• Treatments that target the lytic cycle

• Ways to boost the immune system

• Preventive measures for viral infections

• Symptoms of the lysogenic cycle

What was America's role in the group's investigation?

• Organizing notes and assigning tasks

• Researching the virus's origin

• Consulting with the school nurse

• Analyzing Jared's symptoms