Wuhan suspends public transport amid virus outbreak

In Wuhan, China, public transport was shut down to prevent the spread of a new coronavirus strain. Residents were advised to avoid crowds, and large gatherings were canceled. Face masks became mandatory after over 500 cases were confirmed. The virus, originating from a local seafood market, can spread between humans. Symptoms include fever and breathing difficulties. The virus has spread to countries like Thailand, Japan, South Korea, Taiwan, and the USA.

What measures were taken in Wuhan to prevent the spread of the coronavirus?

• Promotion of tourism

• Increased public gatherings

• Shutdown of public transport

• Opening of new markets

What was made mandatory in Wuhan after confirming over 500 coronavirus cases?

• Wearing face masks

• Eating at seafood markets

• Traveling abroad

• Attending public events

Where is the coronavirus believed to have originated?

• A public park

• A local seafood market

• A hospital

• A school

Which of the following is a symptom of the coronavirus?

• High blood pressure

• Hair loss

• Skin rash

• Fever and difficulty breathing

To which countries has the coronavirus spread according to the transcript?

• Brazil and Argentina

• Thailand and Japan

• Russia and Canada

• India and Australia