Mosquito Behavior and Prevention Quiz

What is the main question scientists are trying to answer about mosquitoes?

• Why mosquitoes are attracted to light

• Why some people get bitten more than others

• How mosquitoes reproduce

• How mosquitoes fly

What do female mosquitoes primarily seek from humans?

• Water

• Blood

• Nectar

• Shelter

Which of the following is NOT a factor that attracts mosquitoes to certain individuals?

• Alcohol consumption

• Wearing bright colors

• Excessive sweating

• Pregnancy

What type of acids on the skin are mosquitoes most attracted to?

• Carboxylic acids

• Amino acids

• Fatty acids

• Nucleic acids

How can understanding mosquito attraction help in public health?

• By developing new mosquito species

• By improving mosquito repellents and vaccines

• By creating new habitats for mosquitoes

• By increasing mosquito populations

What is one method to reduce mosquito breeding grounds?

• Increasing urban lighting

• Using more fertilizers

• Planting more trees

• Emptying containers that collect water

What is the primary reason mosquitoes are considered dangerous?

• They damage crops

• They cause skin irritation

• They spread diseases

• They are noisy

Why is it not advisable to exterminate all mosquitoes?

• They help in pollination

• They play a role in ecological balance

• They are a food source for many animals

• They are harmless

Approximately how many species of mosquitoes exist?

• 500

• 1,500

• 3,500

• 5,000

Out of the total mosquito species, how many are known to bite humans?

• 200

• 500

• 100

• 50