How Gross is Your Bathroom? Comprehension & Skills Assessment

What are the most common types of germs found in your bathroom?

• fungus and viruses

• protozoa and bacteria

• spores and fungus

• viruses and bacteria

What is a germ?

• a nasty smell

• a small particle that can make people sick

• an insect that feeds off of human blood

• a small particle that can heal a wound

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CCSS.RI.7.4

CCSS.RI.8.4

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CCSS.RL.8.4

How can a bacteria infection be treated?

• with immunizations

• with antibiotics

• with exercise

• It cannot be treated.

Germs can enter the body in many ways. Which option below is NOT one of them?

• through your skin

• through your fingernails and toenails

• through your nose

• through your mouth

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CCSS.RI.7.5

CCSS.RI.7.3

CCSS.RI.8.3

CCSS.RI.6.3

Are all forms of bacteria dangerous?

• yes

• no

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CCSS.RI.7.5

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CCSS.RI.9-10.5

How do viruses spread throughout the human body?

• they attack your organs

• they invade your brain

• they trick your cells into replicating its genetic material

• they cause a rash

According to the article, which area below is probably the dirtiest part of the bathroom?

• the faucet

• the countertop

• the floor

• the toilet

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CCSS.RI.6.5

CCSS.RI.7.5

CCSS.RI.8.5

CCSS.RI.5.5

CCSS.RI.9-10.5

What suggestion does the article give for avoiding the germs on the countertop and faucet?

• Leave the faucet running constantly.

• Replace your bathroom faucet every 30 days.

• Avoid washing your hands after you use the bathroom.

• Use a paper towel to turn off the faucet.

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CCSS.RI.6.5

CCSS.RI.7.5

CCSS.RI.8.5

CCSS.RI.7.3

CCSS.RI.8.3

Which TWO statements below are CENTRAL IDEAS in the article, "How Gross is Your Bathroom"?

• What you can't see might hurt you.

• Different numbers of bacteria are hiding on various surfaces around your bathroom.

• Your bathroom is filled with germs that you might not know anything about, including viruses and bacteria.

• Most bacteria are harmless, and some are even good for you.

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CCSS.RL.6.2

CCSS.RI.8.2

CCSS.RI.7.2

CCSS.RI.6.2

CCSS.RL.8.2

Which of the following details could be added to the FIFTH PARAGRAPH of the article?

• Fungus is another type of germ that probably lives in your bathroom.

• Vitamins C and D can help to support your immune system.

• Your bathtub drain contains 120,000 bacteria per square inch.

• Some viruses can be treated with antiviral medication.

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CCSS.RL.7.2

CCSS.RL.6.1

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