Understanding Germs and Health

Epidemiology

This set of questions explores basic concepts of epidemiology relevant to elementary school students, focusing on how illnesses spread and how we can stay healthy.

health germs disease prevention public health

15 Questions Medium Ages 5+ Aug 24, 2026

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This study set covers Epidemiology through 15 practice questions. This set of questions explores basic concepts of epidemiology relevant to elementary school students, focusing on how illnesses spread and how we can stay healthy. Every question includes the correct answer so you can learn as you go — pick any format above to get started.

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1 What is the name for tiny living things, like bacteria and viruses, that can make us sick?

A Vitamins
B Germs
C Minerals
D Proteins

2 When many people in a town or country get sick with the same disease at the same time, what is it called?

A A cure
B An epidemic
C A holiday
D A vacation

3 What is one of the best ways to stop germs from spreading on your hands?

A Rubbing your hands on your clothes
B Washing your hands with soap and water
C Blowing your nose loudly
D Shaking hands with others

4 What do doctors give people to help their bodies fight off certain diseases, like the flu?

A Candy
B Medicine
C Vaccines
D Water

5 If someone is coughing or sneezing, what should they do to help stop germs from spreading?

A Cough into their hands
B Sneeze into the air
C Cover their mouth and nose with a tissue or their elbow
D Keep coughing loudly

6 What do we call the study of how diseases spread among people and how to control them?

A Astronomy
B Geology
C Biology
D Epidemiology

7 What are some foods that can help keep your body strong and healthy to fight off germs?

A Sweets and lollies
B Fruits and vegetables
C Chips and crisps
D Sugary drinks

8 When you have a cold or the flu, it's important to get enough of what to help your body heal?

A Screen time
B Sleep
C Video games
D Running around

9 What is a place where germs can easily spread if people are not careful?

A A library
B A playground
C A swimming pool
D A quiet park

10 What is a disease that can be passed from one person to another?

A A broken bone
B A contagious disease
C A sunburn
D A bruise

11 What helps create a protective barrier around your body to fight off germs?

A Your skin
B Your hair
C Your fingernails
D Your shoes

12 Who are the people who study diseases and try to find ways to prevent them from spreading?

A Chefs
B Teachers
C Epidemiologists
D Librarians

13 What is it called when a disease spreads to many parts of the world?

A A local outbreak
B A pandemic
C A small cluster
D A forgotten illness

14 Which of these is a good habit to practice to help prevent the spread of germs?

A Sharing your toothbrush
B Not washing your hands after using the toilet
C Using a tissue when you sneeze
D Touching your eyes and nose often

15 What is the purpose of wearing a mask to cover your mouth and nose when you are sick?

A To look fashionable
B To prevent germs from spreading to others
C To keep your face warm
D To hide your smile

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