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COVID-19 QUIZ

Created on April 04, 2020 By

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COVID-19 The Quiz

A quick quiz to test your knowledge base about the current global pandemic crisis.

1 / 10

What is COVID-19?

A brand of face mask

Acute Rhinopharyngitis

A novel coronavirus

A version of the common cold

2 / 10

How can you reduce the rate of COVID-19 infection between humans?

Avoid close physical contact, wash hands with soap regularly, & avoid touching your face.

Don't share stuff on social media.

Do not watch too much television.

3 / 10

Why is washing your hands in soapy water for 20 seconds effective in killing COVID-19 from your hands?

The virus needs dirt & grime to survive in.

Cleanliness is next to godliness.

The soap dissolves the fat membrane within the virus nanoparticle & it then falls apart.

4 / 10

What age group is most vulnerable to developing a serious illness from COVID-19 infection?

0-10

60+

21-30

5 / 10

What is social distancing?

Limiting your time on Facebook.

Keeping a 2 metre distance from other people & avoiding gatherings of more than 2 people.

Having lots of friends who live a long way away.

6 / 10

What do you do if you think that you have contracted COVID-19?

Avoid fatty foods & fizzy drinks.

Don't play loud music & don't go clogging.

Contact your GP about getting tested for the virus & self-isolate.

7 / 10

What are the main symptoms of the COVID-19 coronavirus?

A rash, yellow eyes & manic laugh.

A limp, vomiting & sensitivity to light.

Fever, coughing, sore throat, & shortness of breath.

8 / 10

How long is the current recommended self-isolation period?

14 days

30 days

12 months

9 / 10

Why can't I visit my aged relatives in their old age facility during this COVID-19 lockdown?

To protect them from the chances of being infected with this virus, which is life threatening for their demographic.

To help the facility save money on staffing levels during this crisis.

Because the carers are too busy.

10 / 10

Why should we stay at home as much as possible?

To save money on travel & hospitality.

To reduce the risk of community transfer of the COVID-19 coronavirus.

To watch more stuff on Netflix.

Your score is

The average score is 54%

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