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Understanding Germs Quiz

Total questions: 10

Worksheet time: 13mins

Name
Class
Date
1.

What are germs?

a)

Tiny living things that can make us sick

b)

Dots you can see on your hands

c)

Food crumbs

d)

Dust in the air

2.

Which of these is not a type of germ?

a)

Bacteria

b)

Viruses

c)

Mushrooms

d)

Fungi

3.

How do germs most commonly spread?

a)

Through sneezes and coughs

b)

By staring at someone

c)

By thinking about germs

d)

Only through animals

4.

True or False: You can always see germs with your eyes.

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5.

What is the best way to get rid of germs on your hands?

a)

Shake your hands really fast

b)

Wash them with soap and water

c)

Wipe them on your clothes

d)

Blow on them

6.

How long should you wash your hands?

a)

5 seconds

b)

10 seconds

c)

20 seconds

d)

1 minute

7.

Why should you cover your mouth when you cough?

a)

To keep your teeth clean

b)

To stop germs from spreading

c)

To be quiet

d)

To warm your hands

8.

True or False: Germs can get on food if you don’t wash your hands.

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9.

What tool do scientists use to see germs?

a)

Telescope

b)

Microscope

c)

Sunglasses

d)

Magnifying glass

10.

Short Answer: Name one thing you can do every day to avoid getting sick.

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