Modes of Disease Transmission and Immune System Functions Quiz

Explore modes of disease spread and immune system roles with this immunology quiz. Challenge yourself now!

#1

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

Common cold
Malaria
Influenza
Food poisoning
#2

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

Airborne
Waterborne
Vector-borne
Direct contact
#3

Which of the following is an example of a disease transmitted via the fecal-oral route?

Hepatitis B
Tuberculosis
Cholera
HIV/AIDS
#4

Which of the following is an example of an autoimmune disease?

HIV/AIDS
Type 1 diabetes
Malaria
Tuberculosis
#5

Which of the following is an example of a disease that can be transmitted through droplets?

Tuberculosis
Malaria
Hepatitis B
HIV/AIDS
#6

Which of the following is NOT a function of the immune system?

Identifying and eliminating pathogens
Maintaining homeostasis
Producing hormones
Recognizing self from non-self
#7

What type of immunity is acquired through vaccination?

Passive immunity
Innate immunity
Active immunity
Cellular immunity
#8

Which of the following is a characteristic of passive immunity?

It is long-lasting
It involves memory cells
It is acquired through vaccination
It provides immediate but temporary protection
#9

What is the primary function of memory cells in the immune system?

To produce antibodies
To recognize and respond to previously encountered pathogens
To initiate inflammatory responses
To regulate the activity of other immune cells
#10

Which of the following is a mechanism by which pathogens evade the immune system?

Opsonization
Antigen presentation
Antibody production
Antigenic variation
#11

Which cells are responsible for antibody production?

T cells
B cells
Natural killer cells
Macrophages
#12

What is the role of dendritic cells in the immune system?

Producing antibodies
Phagocytosis of pathogens
Activating T cells
Secreting cytokines
#13

Which type of immunity provides immediate protection against a wide range of pathogens but lacks immunological memory?

Active immunity
Innate immunity
Passive immunity
Cell-mediated immunity
#14

What is the primary function of the complement system in the immune response?

Producing antibodies
Phagocytosis of pathogens
Activating T cells
Enhancing the inflammatory response and promoting pathogen clearance
#15

What is the role of cytokines in the immune system?

Producing antibodies
Phagocytosis of pathogens
Cell signaling and regulation of immune responses
Activating T cells

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