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Hey, check out this quiz below and get to test your bed bug knowledge. Bed bugs are nocturnal pests that are known for plaguing home and business spaces. How much do you know about bed bugs- their habits, treatment, and prevention? Take this quiz and find out today. Let's see how well you can score on this test. If you hit more than 70% marks, it means that you have a good understanding of bed bugs.

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1.

Where do bed bugs hide?
- A.
  
  Furniture and bedding
- B.
  
  Hotels
- C.
  
  Clothing
- D.
  
  All of the above
Correct Answer
D. All of the above

Explanation
Bed bugs are known to hide in various places, including furniture and bedding, hotels, and clothing. They can easily infest mattresses, sofas, and other furniture, as well as hide in the seams and crevices of bedding. Hotels are a common place for bed bug infestations, as they can easily hitch a ride on luggage or clothing and spread from room to room. Additionally, bed bugs can also hide in clothing, particularly in the seams and folds. Therefore, the correct answer is "All of the above."

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2.

Which of these factors is NOT a reason for the resurgence of bed bugs in the United States?
- A.
  
  Poor hygiene among tenants and homeowners
- B.
  
  Increased international travel
- C.
  
  Increased resistance of bugs to pesticides
- D.
  
  A lack of knowledge about effective pest control and management
Correct Answer
A. Poor hygiene among tenants and homeowners
3.

If you find or suspect an infestation in your home, you should:
- A.
  
  Throw out all your furniture.
- B.
  
  Go out and buy all the pesticides and chemicals you can get your hands on, and take care of the extermination process yourself.
- C.
  
  Stay calm and leave it to the professionals. Call a pest control company.
- D.
  
  Douse yourself in kerosene and sleep in the bathtub.
Correct Answer
C. Stay calm and leave it to the professionals. Call a pest control company.
4.

Bed bug infestations can cause all of the following, except:
- A.
  
  Allergic reactions from bites
- B.
  
  Anxiety and stress
- C.
  
  Infectious disease
- D.
  
  Insomnia
Correct Answer
C. Infectious disease
5.

At what time of day do bed bugs typically feed?
- A.
  
  Early morning
- B.
  
  Nighttime
- C.
  
  Afternoon
- D.
  
  Noon
Correct Answer
B. Nighttime
6.

What precautions should you take to prevent a bed bug infestation?
- A.
  
  Seal cracks and holes outside your home.
- B.
  
  Look for bugs whenever you travel, especially in hotel beds.
- C.
  
  Constantly monitor your home and look for signs of bugs.
- D.
  
  All of the above.
Correct Answer
D. All of the above.
7.

What physical traits can help you determine if an insect is a bed bug?
- A.
  
  About the size of a pencil eraser, black body and wings
- B.
  
  About the size of a pinhead, reddish-brown body and no wings
- C.
  
  About the size of a Matchbox car, black body with red dots
- D.
  
  They’re too small to see and impossible to detect with the naked eye.
Correct Answer
B. About the size of a pinhead, reddish-brown body and no wings
8.

Which group has been known to get bed bugs?
- A.
  
  A. The poor
- B.
  
  B. International travelers
- C.
  
  C. The wealthy
- D.
  
  D. All of the above
Correct Answer
D. D. All of the above
9.

How many treatments does it normally take to completely rid a home of an infestation?
- A.
  
  One treatment
- B.
  
  Two treatments
- C.
  
  Three or four treatments
- D.
  
  Five or six treatments
Correct Answer
C. Three or four treatments
10.

Bed bug eggs are _______ in shape and white in color.
- A.
  
  Round
- B.
  
  Square
- C.
  
  Oval
- D.
  
  None of the above
Correct Answer
C. Oval

Explanation
Bed bug eggs are oval in shape and white in color. The oval shape allows them to easily attach to surfaces and avoid being dislodged. This shape also provides them with stability and protection. The white color helps them blend in with their surroundings, making them harder to detect. Oval-shaped eggs are a characteristic feature of bed bugs and can be used to identify their presence.

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Test Your Bed Bug Knowledge!

Where do bed bugs hide?

Which of these factors is NOT a reason for the resurgence of bed bugs in the United States?

If you find or suspect an infestation in your home, you should:

Bed bug infestations can cause all of the following, except:

At what time of day do bed bugs typically feed?

What precautions should you take to prevent a bed bug infestation?

What physical traits can help you determine if an insect is a bed bug?

Which group has been known to get bed bugs?

How many treatments does it normally take to completely rid a home of an infestation?

Bed bug eggs are _______ in shape and white in color.