CLEAN : Academic: China virus outbreak now on national scale

CLEAN : Academic: China virus outbreak now on national scale

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Biology, Science, Health

9th - 10th Grade

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The video discusses a nationwide outbreak of a virus that is easily transmitted between people. It highlights issues with the timely reporting of new cases and compares the virus to a similar one, noting an 80% genetic similarity. The outbreak coincides with the Chinese New Year travel period, emphasizing the importance of wearing surgical masks in confined spaces like planes and trains to prevent transmission.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What does the rapid increase in virus cases suggest about its transmission?

The virus is not transmissible between humans.

The virus is easily transmitted between humans.

The virus is only transmitted through animals.

The virus transmission is decreasing.

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What issue is highlighted regarding the reporting of new virus cases?

There are no new cases to report.

Cases are reported before they occur.

Some new cases might not be reported promptly.

All cases are reported promptly.

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How is the new virus genetically related to a previous virus?

It has no genetic similarity.

It is completely different.

It is about 80% similar.

It is 100% identical.

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the recommended precaution during travel to prevent virus transmission?

Avoid wearing any masks.

Wear a surgical mask.

Travel without any precautions.

Only wear masks at home.

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Why is the timing of the outbreak particularly concerning?

It coincides with the Chinese New Year travel.

It aligns with a major sporting event.

It occurs during the summer holidays.

It happens during a global festival.