The 5-Second Rule Quiz

What dessert did Esther have at the party?

• Chocolate cake

• Key lime pie

• Ice cream

• Apple pie

What happened to Esther's dessert?

• It melted

• She gave it to a friend

• It slid off her plate

• She ate it all

What is the 5-second rule?

• You can eat food if it is not sticky

• You can eat food if it falls on a clean plate

• You can eat food after 5 minutes

• You can eat food if you pick it up within 5 seconds

What do scientists say about germs on food?

• Germs only stick to wet food

• Germs never stick

• Germs stick instantly

• Germs take a long time to stick

What should you do if your ice cream falls on the sidewalk?

• Cover it with whipped cream

• Throw it away

• Wash it with water

• Pick it up and eat it

What did scientists use to see germs?

• A telescope

• A magnifying glass

• A microscope

• A camera

What is a good way to get rid of harmful germs?

• Washing hands for 20 seconds

• Using a towel

• Blowing on your hands

• Wiping hands on clothes

What should you do before eating?

• Wash your hands

• Jump up and down

• Sing a song

• Clap your hands

What happens if food sits on the ground longer?

• It changes color

• It becomes tastier

• It picks up more germs

• It becomes cleaner

What did scientists test with food?

• How it tastes

• How fast it melts

• How high it bounces

• How many germs it picks up