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