1. Which measure helps prevent malaria by reducing mosquito breeding?
A.
Allowing water to collect in containers
B.
Removing stagnant water
C.
Keeping drains blocked
D.
Storing uncovered water
Correct Answer:
Removing stagnant water
Explanation:
Removing stagnant water prevents mosquitoes from finding suitable places to breed.
2. Which of the following is commonly used to prevent mosquito bites at night?
A.
Mosquito net
B.
Open windows without screens
C.
Uncovered water pots
D.
Wet clothing
Correct Answer:
Mosquito net
Explanation:
Sleeping under a mosquito net helps prevent bites from malaria-carrying mosquitoes.
3. Which type of clothing provides better protection from mosquito bites?
A.
Short and sleeveless clothing
B.
Wet clothing
C.
Long-sleeved clothing
D.
Transparent clothing
Correct Answer:
Long-sleeved clothing
Explanation:
Long-sleeved clothing covers more skin and reduces the chance of mosquito bites.
4. Which substance can be applied to the skin to help repel mosquitoes?
A.
Mosquito repellent
B.
Cooking salt
C.
Sugar syrup
D.
Plain water
Correct Answer:
Mosquito repellent
Explanation:
Mosquito repellents help keep mosquitoes away from the skin and reduce bites.
5. Why are window screens useful in preventing malaria?
A.
They increase mosquito breeding
B.
They prevent mosquitoes from entering homes
C.
They provide food for mosquitoes
D.
They make stagnant water clean
Correct Answer:
They prevent mosquitoes from entering homes
Explanation:
Window screens act as a barrier and reduce the entry of malaria-carrying mosquitoes.
6. Which action helps control mosquitoes around houses?
A.
Spraying insecticides where appropriate
B.
Leaving garbage uncovered
C.
Keeping bushes overgrown
D.
Collecting rainwater in open containers
Correct Answer:
Spraying insecticides where appropriate
Explanation:
Appropriate insecticide spraying helps kill mosquitoes and reduce their population near homes.
7. How can water storage containers help prevent malaria?
A.
By keeping them uncovered
B.
By keeping them covered
C.
By placing them near bushes
D.
By filling them with stagnant water
Correct Answer:
By keeping them covered
Explanation:
Covering water containers prevents mosquitoes from entering and laying eggs in the water.
8. Which environmental practice helps reduce malaria transmission?
A.
Proper disposal of waste and drainage of water
B.
Blocking all drainage channels
C.
Creating small pools near homes
D.
Keeping discarded containers outdoors
Correct Answer:
Proper disposal of waste and drainage of water
Explanation:
Good sanitation and drainage reduce stagnant water where mosquitoes can breed.
9. When are mosquito nets especially useful for malaria prevention?
A.
While sleeping at night
B.
Only while eating
C.
Only while studying outdoors at noon
D.
While washing clothes
Correct Answer:
While sleeping at night
Explanation:
Using a mosquito net during sleep protects against mosquito bites when malaria mosquitoes may be active.
10. Which habit helps prevent malaria in areas where mosquitoes are common?
A.
Leaving doors open at night
B.
Using mosquito repellents and protective clothing
C.
Keeping stagnant water near the house
D.
Sleeping outdoors without protection
Correct Answer:
Using mosquito repellents and protective clothing
Explanation:
Repellents and protective clothing reduce contact between people and malaria-carrying mosquitoes.
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