Health and Hygiene

Personal hygiene, common diseases and preventive practices.

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Q1 · Health and Hygiene · EASY
Ravi noticed that his younger brother often falls sick with diarrhoea during the rainy season. Which of the following practices would MOST effectively help prevent diarrhoea?
Q2 · Health and Hygiene · MEDIUM
A teacher is explaining to Class 4 students about diseases spread by mosquitoes. Which TWO of the following diseases are caused by mosquito bites? 1. Malaria 2. Tuberculosis 3. Dengue 4. Chickenpox
Q3 · Health and Hygiene · MEDIUM
During a health awareness programme in a village school, the teacher demonstrates the correct method of brushing teeth. She tells students to brush their teeth twice daily — morning and before sleeping. What is the PRIMARY reason for brushing teeth before sleeping at night?
Q4 · Health and Hygiene · MEDIUM
A school conducts a health check-up and finds that many students have anaemia (low haemoglobin in blood). The doctor advises students to eat iron-rich food. Which of the following food items is RICHEST in iron and should be included regularly in the diet?
Q5 · Health and Hygiene · HARD
A teacher wants to explain to students how diseases like tuberculosis (TB) spread and how they can be prevented. Consider the following statements about TB: 1. TB spreads through air when an infected person coughs or sneezes. 2. TB can be prevented by covering the mouth while coughing and ensuring good ventilation in rooms. 3. TB spreads through sharing food and water with an infected person. 4. BCG vaccine given to infants provides protection against severe forms of TB. Which of the above statements are CORRECT?