About this Study Set
This study set covers Pharmacology through
18 practice questions.
Learn the basics of pharmacology, medicine safety, and health practices common across Sub-Saharan Africa. Every question includes the correct answer so you can learn as you go — pick any format above to get started.
Questions & Answers
Browse all 18 questions from the
Medicines and Health in Africa study set below.
Each question shows the correct answer — select a study format above to practice interactively.
1
Which plant-derived medicine is widely used today to treat malaria in many African countries?
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A
Artemisinin
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B
Aspirin
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C
Vitamin C
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D
Caffeine
2
What is the name of the professional trained to prepare and dispense medicines in a community?
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A
Engineer
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B
Pharmacist
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C
Architect
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D
Pilot
3
What is the special mixture of salt, sugar, and water used to treat dehydration called?
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A
Soda pop
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B
Oral Rehydration Salts (ORS)
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C
Fruit juice
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D
Vinegar
4
Which type of medicine helps the body's immune system recognize and fight germs before you get sick?
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A
Painkillers
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B
Vaccines
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C
Ointments
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D
Cough drops
5
Why should you always check the expiry date on a bottle of medicine?
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A
To see the price
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B
To know the flavor
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C
To make sure it is still safe to use
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D
To see who made it
6
Which common medicine is used to help reduce a high fever and treat mild pain?
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A
Paracetamol
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B
Antivenom
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C
Insulin
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D
Anesthesia
7
What type of medicine is used specifically to kill or stop the growth of harmful bacteria?
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A
Antivirals
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B
Antibiotics
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C
Vitamins
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D
Sunscreen
8
Where is the safest place to keep medicines at home?
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A
On the kitchen floor
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B
In a locked cupboard away from children
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C
Under a pillow
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D
In a toy box
9
Quinine, an early treatment for malaria, was originally discovered in the bark of which tree?
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A
Oak tree
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B
Cinchona tree
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C
Pine tree
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D
Palm tree
10
Which liquid form of medicine is often given to children who have trouble swallowing pills?
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A
Syrup
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B
Oil
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C
Ink
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D
Glue
11
What part of a medicine label tells you exactly how much of the medicine to take?
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A
The barcode
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B
The brand name
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C
The dose
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D
The weight of the bottle
12
In many African countries, what color is the cross often used to identify a pharmacy?
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A
Blue
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B
Purple
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C
Green
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D
Yellow
13
Which tree grown in Africa is known as the 'Miracle Tree' because its leaves are full of vitamins?
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A
Moringa
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B
Maple
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C
Baobab
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D
Cactus
14
What should you do before taking any medicine to ensure it is used correctly?
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A
Ask a trusted adult or doctor
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B
Guess the amount
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C
Mix it with soda
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D
Take it in the dark
15
Besides taking medicine, what is a key way to prevent the spread of malaria?
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A
Wearing sunglasses
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B
Using treated bed nets
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C
Eating more salt
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D
Running fast
16
What does a 'topical' medicine mean?
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A
It is swallowed
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B
It is applied to the skin
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C
It is inhaled
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D
It is injected
17
The Neem tree, found in many parts of Africa, is traditionally used for what type of care?
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A
Building cars
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B
Skin and dental care
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C
Making paper
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D
Cooking stews
18
What is the main reason we finish a full course of antibiotics as prescribed by a doctor?
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A
To save money
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B
To make the medicine taste better
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C
To make sure all harmful bacteria are gone
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D
To grow taller
