How to protect yourself from malaria
  • 1. What is the primary way malaria is transmitted?
A) Through the air
B) Through contaminated food
C) Through the bite of an infected mosquito
D) Through direct contact with an infected person
  • 2. What time of day are mosquitoes that transmit malaria most active?
A) Midnight
B) Midday
C) Dusk and dawn
D) Morning
  • 3. What type of clothing is best to wear in malaria-prone areas?
A) Long-sleeved shirts and long pants
B) Shorts and t-shirts
C) Light-colored clothing
D) Tight-fitting clothing
  • 4. What is the purpose of using mosquito repellent?
A) To deter mosquitoes from biting you
B) To make you immune to malaria
C) To kill mosquitoes in the area
D) To attract mosquitoes away from others
  • 5. Which ingredient is most effective in mosquito repellents?
A) Vinegar
B) Vitamin C
C) Citronella candles
D) DEET
  • 6. What is the best way to protect yourself while sleeping?
A) Sleeping with the lights on
B) Burning incense
C) Using a mosquito net
D) Sleeping with a fan on
  • 7. What type of mosquito net is most effective?
A) Insecticide-treated net (ITN)
B) Net made of synthetic fiber
C) Plain cotton net
D) Net with large holes
  • 8. What should you do if you suspect you have malaria?
A) Treat yourself with over-the-counter medications
B) Seek immediate medical attention
C) Wait to see if symptoms worsen
D) Increase fluid intake
  • 9. What is chemoprophylaxis?
A) Wearing protective clothing
B) Taking preventative antimalarial drugs
C) Using mosquito nets
D) Spraying insecticide
  • 10. When should you start taking antimalarial medication?
A) Only after you have been bitten by a mosquito
B) Before traveling to a malaria-prone area
C) Only if you start experiencing symptoms
D) Upon arrival in the malaria prone area
  • 11. How often should you apply mosquito repellent?
A) Only when you see mosquitoes
B) According to the product instructions, usually every few hours
C) Only at night
D) Once a day
  • 12. What is indoor residual spraying (IRS)?
A) Spraying insecticide outdoors
B) Spraying insecticide on clothing
C) Spraying insecticide on the walls and ceilings of houses
D) Spraying insecticide on mosquito nets
  • 13. What are common symptoms of malaria?
A) Diarrhea and vomiting only
B) Fever, chills, and headache
C) Cough and runny nose
D) Skin rash and itching
  • 14. Can malaria be treated?
A) Only if caught in the early stages.
B) No, it is always fatal
C) Yes, with prescription medication
D) Yes, with herbal remedies only
  • 15. Who is at higher risk of severe malaria?
A) Children and pregnant women
B) People who have previously had malaria
C) Healthy adults
D) Elderly individuals with strong immune systems
  • 16. Why is it important to empty standing water?
A) To conserve water
B) To prevent mosquitoes from breeding
C) To prevent algae growth
D) To keep the water clean
  • 17. What is the best way to protect your home from mosquitoes?
A) Burn mosquito coils inside the house.
B) Keep all windows and doors closed at all times
C) Use screens on windows and doors
D) Plant mosquito-repelling plants
  • 18. What is the role of the WHO in malaria prevention?
A) Distributing free mosquito nets directly to individuals
B) Developing new malaria vaccines
C) Managing local mosquito control programs
D) Providing guidance and support to countries
  • 19. Are there vaccines available for malaria?
A) Yes, but they are not effective.
B) Malaria vaccines are available, but only to infants
C) No, there are no malaria vaccines available
D) Yes, there are approved malaria vaccines
  • 20. Which of these is NOT a preventative measure against malaria?
A) Taking antibiotics
B) Using mosquito repellent
C) Taking antimalarial drugs
D) Sleeping under a mosquito net
  • 21. What does 'prophylaxis' mean in the context of malaria?
A) Symptomatic relief
B) Curative treatment
C) Diagnostic testing
D) Preventative treatment
  • 22. What is one way to modify your environment to reduce mosquito breeding grounds?
A) Clearing bushes and tall grass around your home
B) Creating artificial ponds
C) Fertilizing your lawn heavily
D) Planting trees
  • 23. How long can malaria parasites live in the human body?
A) Only a few days
B) Only a few weeks
C) Only during the acute illness
D) Malaria parasites can persist in the liver for many months
  • 24. Why is early diagnosis of malaria important?
A) To reduce mosquito bites
B) To avoid the need for treatment
C) To prevent severe complications and death
D) To prove that mosquitoes are responsible for the illness
  • 25. Where should you apply mosquito repellent?
A) To the air around you
B) To exposed skin
C) To clothing only
D) On any surface that is touched by a mosquito
  • 26. What should you do with clothing that might have been exposed to mosquitoes?
A) Wash them thoroughly
B) Throw them away
C) Dry clean only
D) Leave them outside to air out
  • 27. What is the relationship between deforestation and malaria?
A) There is no relationship between deforestation and malaria
B) Deforestation can increase mosquito breeding habitats
C) Deforestation reduces mosquito populations
D) Deforestation makes mosquito bites less dangerous
  • 28. What is one potential side effect of some antimalarial medications?
A) Increased appetite
B) Nausea and vomiting
C) Improved sleep
D) Increased energy
  • 29. Is it safe to use mosquito repellent on children?
A) Yes, use any type of repellent
B) Repellent is only for adults.
C) No, it is never safe to use mosquito repellent on children
D) Yes, use repellents with lower concentrations of DEET or other safe alternatives
  • 30. Which of the following is NOT a place where mosquitoes commonly breed?
A) Stagnant water in flower pots
B) Old tires filled with water
C) Dry, sunny areas
D) Uncovered water tanks
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