How do germs get inside of your body?

What are germs?

• Large, visible organisms

• Tiny living things that can make you sick

• Types of food found on the floor

• Parts of the human body

What scientific tool was essential for people to first discover the existence of germs?

• Telescope

• X-ray machine

• Microscope

• Thermometer

How do most germs, like those causing colds and flu, enter the human body?

• By simply being near a sick person

• Through the skin when touched

• Through openings like the mouth, nose, and eyes

• By eating food that has fallen on the floor

What is a key practice to prevent germs from entering your body, especially after touching shared surfaces or before eating?

• Avoiding all contact with other people

• Washing your hands thoroughly with soap and water

• Wearing gloves at all times

• Holding your breath when near sick individuals