Come up with five basic multiple-choice questions about the novel Covid_19 disease and SARS-CoV-2 that test the Science Literacy of the public.

What does 19 stand for in COVID-19?

1. First virus was and the disease was identified in 2019
2. There are 19 variants
3. There are 19 symptoms of this disease.
4. None of above.

The “Corona” in Coronavirus stand for:

1. Moon
2. Star
3. Crown
4. Water

Which symptom isn’t common if you get infected by COVID-19?

1. Fever
2. Losing taste and smell
3. Blurred vision
4. Fatigue

Can SARS-CoV-2 variants be reliably detected by available diagnostic assays?

1. Yes
2. No
3. May be
4. Non or these

How is COVID-19 passed on?

1. Through drops that come from mouth and nose when we cough or breath.
2. By drinking unclean water
3. By air
4. All above these.

Answers:

1. First virus was and the disease was identified in 2019 in China city Wuhan.
2. Crown, Spike proteins on these viruses’ outer coating give them the appearance of a crown or halo.
3. Blurred Vision
4. Yes, thus so far, COVID is detectable with available diagnostic assays.
5. Through drops that come from mouth and nose when we cough or breath