Understanding Epidemics and Pandemics

Understanding Epidemics and Pandemics

Assessment

Interactive Video

Biology

9th - 10th Grade

Hard

Created by

Nancy Jackson

FREE Resource

5 questions

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the primary difference between an epidemic and a pandemic?

An epidemic is more severe than a pandemic.

An epidemic is a regional outbreak, while a pandemic spreads globally.

An epidemic affects a global population, while a pandemic is regional.

An epidemic is declared by WHO, while a pandemic is not.

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which organization is responsible for declaring a pandemic?

International Red Cross

Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC)

World Health Organization (WHO)

United Nations (UN)

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which of the following was a pandemic that occurred in 2009?

Ebola

Zika Virus

H1N1 (Swine Flu)

SARS

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is one criticism faced by the WHO regarding its handling of health emergencies?

Lack of international collaboration

Overemphasis on non-communicable diseases

Inadequate budget management

Insufficient preparedness for outbreaks

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How can individuals contribute to minimizing the impact of epidemics and pandemics?

By avoiding all forms of media

By prioritizing personal health and hygiene

By ignoring health guidelines

By traveling frequently to affected areas