#1
Which of the following is NOT a method of transmission for infectious diseases?
Lifestyle transmission
ExplanationNot transmitted through lifestyle choices.
#2
Which of the following is an example of a vector-borne disease?
Malaria
ExplanationTransmitted through vectors like mosquitoes.
#3
What is the purpose of a vaccine?
To prevent infectious diseases
ExplanationStimulates immunity to prevent disease.
#4
Which of the following is a symptom of an infectious disease?
All of the above
ExplanationVarious symptoms indicating infection.
#5
Which of the following is a method used to control the spread of infectious diseases?
All of the above
ExplanationVarious measures to contain spread.
#6
Which of the following is an example of a bacterial infection?
Tuberculosis
ExplanationInfection caused by bacteria.
#7
What is the role of antibodies in the immune response?
To neutralize pathogens
ExplanationAntibodies bind to and neutralize pathogens.
#8
Which of the following is an example of a zoonotic disease?
COVID-19
ExplanationDisease transmitted from animals to humans.
#9
Which of the following is a characteristic of a pandemic?
Affects a large number of people
ExplanationWidespread occurrence affecting many.
#10
What is the primary mode of transmission for the Ebola virus?
Direct contact with bodily fluids
ExplanationSpread through direct fluid contact.
#11
Which of the following is a characteristic of acute infections?
Rapid onset
ExplanationQuick development of symptoms.
#12
What is the primary target of the HIV virus?
White blood cells
ExplanationAttacks cells crucial for immune function.
#13
What is antibiotic resistance?
The ability of bacteria to resist the effects of antibiotics
ExplanationBacteria's ability to withstand antibiotics.
#14
What is antigenic drift?
A slow, continuous change in the virus over time
ExplanationGradual mutation of the virus.
#15
Which of the following is an example of a prion disease?
Mad cow disease
ExplanationDisease caused by misfolded proteins.
#16
Which of the following is a common evolutionary adaptation of pathogens to evade the host immune response?
Antigenic drift
ExplanationMutation to avoid immune detection.