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Infectious Diseases and Evolutionary Adaptations Quiz

#1

Which of the following is NOT a method of transmission for infectious diseases?

Lifestyle transmission
Explanation

Not transmitted through lifestyle choices.

#2

Which of the following is an example of a vector-borne disease?

Malaria
Explanation

Transmitted through vectors like mosquitoes.

#3

What is the purpose of a vaccine?

To prevent infectious diseases
Explanation

Stimulates immunity to prevent disease.

#4

Which of the following is a symptom of an infectious disease?

All of the above
Explanation

Various symptoms indicating infection.

#5

Which of the following is a method used to control the spread of infectious diseases?

All of the above
Explanation

Various measures to contain spread.

#6

Which of the following is an example of a bacterial infection?

Tuberculosis
Explanation

Infection caused by bacteria.

#7

What is the role of antibodies in the immune response?

To neutralize pathogens
Explanation

Antibodies bind to and neutralize pathogens.

#8

Which of the following is an example of a zoonotic disease?

COVID-19
Explanation

Disease transmitted from animals to humans.

#9

Which of the following is a characteristic of a pandemic?

Affects a large number of people
Explanation

Widespread occurrence affecting many.

#10

What is the primary mode of transmission for the Ebola virus?

Direct contact with bodily fluids
Explanation

Spread through direct fluid contact.

#11

Which of the following is a characteristic of acute infections?

Rapid onset
Explanation

Quick development of symptoms.

#12

What is the primary target of the HIV virus?

White blood cells
Explanation

Attacks cells crucial for immune function.

#13

What is antibiotic resistance?

The ability of bacteria to resist the effects of antibiotics
Explanation

Bacteria's ability to withstand antibiotics.

#14

What is antigenic drift?

A slow, continuous change in the virus over time
Explanation

Gradual mutation of the virus.

#15

Which of the following is an example of a prion disease?

Mad cow disease
Explanation

Disease caused by misfolded proteins.

#16

Which of the following is a common evolutionary adaptation of pathogens to evade the host immune response?

Antigenic drift
Explanation

Mutation to avoid immune detection.

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