How to build a latrine
  • 1. What is the primary reason for building a latrine?
A) To decorate the backyard
B) To attract tourists
C) To grow plants
D) To prevent the spread of disease
  • 2. What is a suitable location for a latrine?
A) Inside the house
B) Next to the well
C) Downhill from water sources
D) Upslope from water sources
  • 3. How far should a latrine be from a water source?
A) Less than 5 meters
B) At least 30 meters
C) Exactly 10 meters
D) No distance requirement
  • 4. What is a common type of latrine?
A) Rocket latrine
B) Pit latrine
C) Magic latrine
D) Floating latrine
  • 5. What is a key component of a latrine structure?
A) A trampoline
B) A swimming pool
C) A superstructure (shelter)
D) A disco ball
  • 6. What material is commonly used for the superstructure?
A) Gold
B) Glass
C) Ice
D) Bamboo or wood
  • 7. Why is a vent pipe important in some latrine designs?
A) To reduce odors and flies
B) To play music
C) To attract birds
D) To generate electricity
  • 8. What should be used to cover waste after each use?
A) Food scraps
B) Plastic bags
C) Soil or ash
D) Water
  • 9. Why is handwashing important after using a latrine?
A) To make hands sparkle
B) To prevent the spread of germs
C) To make hands smell better
D) To cool down hands
  • 10. What is the purpose of a latrine slab?
A) To provide a stable and clean surface
B) To hold water
C) To store food
D) To provide shade
  • 11. What is the minimum pit depth typically recommended?
A) 0.1 meters
B) 0.01 meters
C) 5 meters
D) 1.5 meters
  • 12. What happens when a pit latrine is full?
A) It will automatically disappear
B) It should be emptied or a new pit dug
C) It will produce valuable minerals
D) It will become a wishing well
  • 13. What is a pour-flush latrine?
A) A latrine that only uses air
B) A latrine that automatically cleans itself
C) A latrine where water is used to flush waste
D) A latrine that plays music while you use it
  • 14. What material is NOT suitable for cleaning a latrine?
A) Vinegar solution
B) Baking soda
C) Soap and water
D) Harsh chemicals that kill beneficial bacteria
  • 15. What is the purpose of a fly screen on a vent pipe?
A) To attract more flies
B) To prevent flies from entering and exiting the latrine
C) To decorate the vent pipe
D) To block the vent pipe
  • 16. What is composting toilet?
A) A toilet that cooks food
B) A toilet that decomposes waste into humus
C) A toilet made of compost
D) A toilet that flies away
  • 17. What is the proper method of disposal of sludge removed from latrine?
A) Properly treated or buried away from water sources
B) Using it as fertilizer without treatment
C) Burning it in the backyard
D) Dumping in a river
  • 18. Which of the following is the most important factor when selecting a latrine type?
A) Personal preference for aesthetics
B) How quickly it can be built
C) The cost of construction alone
D) The local environmental conditions and resources
  • 19. Why is it important to have a lid on a latrine?
A) To block sunlight
B) To make the latrine look more stylish
C) To provide a seat for people waiting in line
D) To control odors and prevent access by pests
  • 20. What is the first step when digging a pit latrine?
A) Plant flowers around the area
B) Mark the area and remove topsoil
C) Start digging without planning
D) Invite everyone to watch
  • 21. What is the role of a soakaway pit?
A) To filter wastewater after it leaves a septic tank
B) To provide drinking water
C) To grow crops
D) To store rainwater
  • 22. What should be done with used menstrual hygiene products in communities without proper disposal systems?
A) Flush them down the latrine
B) Leave them on the ground
C) Throw them in a nearby river
D) Incinerate them or bury them in a designated area.
  • 23. What is the main benefit of a double-vault composting toilet?
A) It flushes automatically
B) It creates electricity
C) It never needs emptying
D) Allows for continuous use while one vault composts
  • 24. Which of the following materials is best for a sanitary latrine slab?
A) Cloth
B) Mud
C) Cardboard
D) Concrete
  • 25. What is the benefit of using a urine-diverting dry toilet (UDDT)?
A) Reduces odor and volume of compost
B) It is cheaper to install
C) It automatically generates fertilizer
D) It never needs maintenance
  • 26. What is the primary risk of open defecation?
A) Causing a bad smell in a small area
B) Spread of pathogens and diseases
C) Making the grass grow taller
D) Attracting animals
  • 27. What's an important factor for accessibility to a latrine?
A) Building it too small to be comfortable
B) Building it only with steps
C) Consideration for elderly and disabled individuals
D) Making it as far as possible from houses
  • 28. What is the purpose of adding lime to a composting latrine?
A) To control odor and aid decomposition
B) To attract insects for pollination
C) To make the compost brighter
D) To make it smell like lemons
  • 29. Why is proper latrine maintenance important?
A) To make it look nice
B) To ensure hygiene and prevent disease transmission
C) To attract birds
D) To use as a garden
  • 30. Which of the following is NOT a sign of a failing latrine?
A) Overflowing pit
B) Strong odors
C) Visible flies and insects
D) Regular cleaning and maintenance
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