Become a COVID-19 Know-It-All!

I know what you’re thinking. Being called a “know-it-all” is not always ideal. No one wants to be the Sheldon of the group. However, I think we all know that it is CRITICAL for us to know at least the basics of this deadly disease. Knowing all about Covid-19 is not “cringe”. It’s something I personally want to be called a Know-it-all for.

It has been the epicentre of our lives for almost three years. Humanity’s raison d’etre, since the start of the modern roaring twenties. The infamous COVID-19 disease. Since it is affecting each and every one of our lives, let’s test your knowledge on Covid-19 and what scientists currently know to date on this topic. Here are five important multiple choice questions that will help you get the basic knowledge of covid 19.

P.S. The answer key is below! Shh. Test your friends first before they see it! 

1. Covid-19 affects the human body in many different ways. Which example is NOT a symptom of Covid-19?

A. difficulty breathing/shortness of breath

B. loss of taste and/or smell

C.chest pain

D. loss of hearing

2. What is the most common form of Covid-19 transmission?

A. droplets/small airborne particles containing the virus (through coughing/sneezing from one person to another)

B. through animal transmission (pets, wild animals)

C. in water (swimming pools, lakes, oceans) 

3. What is the most accurate way to test whether you have COVID-19?

A. blood test

B. Rapid Antigen Test (RAT test)

C. PCR test (Reverse Transcriptase Polymerase Chain Reaction)

D. intuition

4. Which of the following is not an effective way of preventing the spread of COVID-19?

A. wearing proper PPE (Personal Protection Equipment) in the appropriate settings, most importantly wearing an N95 mask 

B. proper ventilation and air purification in indoor setting 

C. maintaining an effective social distance of 6 feet apart when in contact with another individual

D. shaking hands instead of hugging

5. To be considered fully vaccinated (as of February 2022), how many doses does one require?

A. one

B. two

C. two plus the booster shot is required

Answer Key:

1:D 2:A 3:C 4:D 5:B