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