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    What virus is the Hot Zone mainly talking about?

    • West Nile Virus
    • Hepatitus A
    • AIDS
    • Ebola
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The Hot Zone Quiz explores the narrative around the Ebola virus, focusing on its outbreak in Reston, Virginia, and key figures involved. This quiz assesses knowledge on the virus's origin, impact, and containment efforts, providing learners with insights into epidemiological challenges and responses.

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  • 2. 

    How is the ebola virus described in the book?

    • A long ropelike structure with a loop

    • A square

    • A wide, flat rectangle

    • A circle

    Correct Answer
    A. A long ropelike structure with a loop
    Explanation
    The correct answer describes the Ebola virus as a long ropelike structure with a loop. This suggests that the virus has a linear shape with a curved or looped section, resembling a rope. This description helps to visualize the physical structure of the virus, highlighting its unique shape and distinguishing it from other geometric shapes like a square, rectangle, or circle.

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  • 3. 

    What level of biosafety is ebola at?

    • 3

    • 4

    • 2

    • 0

    Correct Answer
    A. 4
    Explanation
    Ebola is classified as a biosafety level 4 (BSL-4) pathogen. BSL-4 is the highest level of biosafety containment, indicating that it requires the most stringent safety measures. This level is reserved for highly contagious and dangerous pathogens that have no known cure or treatment, such as Ebola. BSL-4 labs have specialized facilities and equipment to prevent any accidental exposure or release of the pathogen. Therefore, the correct answer is 4.

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  • 4. 

    From what cave in Africa did two alleged Ebola cases break out from?

    • Kookum Cave

    • The cave of Africa

    • Bat Cave

    • Kitum Cave

    Correct Answer
    A. Kitum Cave
    Explanation
    Kitum Cave is the correct answer because it is the only option that is a real cave located in Africa. The other options, such as Kookum Cave and Bat Cave, do not exist or are not located in Africa. Therefore, Kitum Cave is the most plausible answer for the origin of the alleged Ebola cases.

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  • 5. 

    What is the mortality rate of Ebola Zaire?

    • 90%

    • 40%

    • 10%

    • 1%

    Correct Answer
    A. 90%
    Explanation
    Ebola Zaire has a mortality rate of 90%. This means that out of every 100 people infected with Ebola Zaire, 90 of them will die from the disease. This high mortality rate is one of the reasons why Ebola Zaire is considered one of the most deadly strains of the Ebola virus. It is important to note that the mortality rate can vary depending on various factors such as access to healthcare, treatment options, and the overall health of the affected individuals.

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  • 6. 

    What is a symptom of Ebola?

    • Hemorrhaging

    • Sneezing

    • Coughing

    • Itchy arms

    Correct Answer
    A. Hemorrhaging
    Explanation
    Hemorrhaging is a symptom of Ebola. Ebola is a severe viral infection that can cause internal and external bleeding. This bleeding can occur in various parts of the body, such as the nose, gums, and digestive tract. Hemorrhaging is a distinct and significant symptom of Ebola, distinguishing it from other common respiratory symptoms like sneezing and coughing. Itchy arms are not typically associated with Ebola and are not a common symptom of the disease.

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  • 7. 

    Aids is mentioned a lot in the Hot Zone. Where is Aids believed to have originated in Africa?

    • It broke out of the rain forest

    • The lakes and swamps

    • Butterflies

    • Cony\taminated air

    Correct Answer
    A. It broke out of the rain forest
    Explanation
    The correct answer is "It broke out of the rain forest." In the book "The Hot Zone," it is mentioned that AIDS is believed to have originated from the rain forest in Africa. This is because the virus is thought to have been transmitted to humans through the hunting and consumption of infected primates, such as chimpanzees and monkeys, which are commonly found in the rain forest. The proximity and interaction between humans and these animals in the rain forest environment likely facilitated the transmission of the virus, leading to the outbreak of AIDS.

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  • 8. 

    What town in Virginia experiences an outbreak of Ebola?

    • Washington D.C

    • Reston

    • Salem

    • Trenton

    Correct Answer
    A. Reston
    Explanation
    Reston is the correct answer because it is the town in Virginia that experienced an outbreak of Ebola. The question asks specifically for the town in Virginia, and Reston fits this criteria. Washington D.C, Salem, and Trenton are not towns in Virginia and therefore cannot be the correct answer.

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    Who was the first documented case of Ebola?

    • Charles Monet

    • Nurse Mayinga

    • William Shakespeare

    • Nancy Jaax

    Correct Answer
    A. Charles Monet
    Explanation
    Charles Monet is considered the first documented case of Ebola because he was a French expatriate who contracted the virus in 1976 while working in Sudan. Monet's case was well-documented and provided crucial information about the symptoms and transmission of Ebola. His illness and subsequent death were instrumental in identifying the Ebola virus and understanding its impact on humans. Nurse Mayinga, William Shakespeare, and Nancy Jaax are not associated with being the first documented case of Ebola.

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  • 10. 

    How many strains of ebola are there?

    • 3

    • 11

    • 53

    • 7

    Correct Answer
    A. 3
    Explanation
    There are three strains of Ebola. Each strain is named after the location where it was first discovered: Zaire, Sudan, and Bundibugyo. These strains have slightly different genetic makeup and can cause varying degrees of illness in humans. The Zaire strain is the most common and deadliest, responsible for the majority of Ebola outbreaks. The Sudan strain is less common but still highly virulent, while the Bundibugyo strain is the least common and least severe. Understanding the different strains is important for developing effective treatments and vaccines for Ebola.

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  • 11. 

    What is the Kinshasha Highway?

    • It is the highway that Aids is said to travel along from person to person

    • It is the highway that links south africa to north africa

    • It is the longest highway in the world

    • It is the oldest highway in the world

    Correct Answer
    A. It is the highway that Aids is said to travel along from person to person
  • 12. 

    Who is Peter Cardinal?

    • He died from Ebola

    • He contracted and survived ebola

    • He is a minor character

    • He discovered Ebola

    Correct Answer
    A. He died from Ebola
    Explanation
    The correct answer is "He died from Ebola." This means that Peter Cardinal passed away due to the Ebola virus. This information implies that he contracted the disease and was unable to survive it.

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  • 13. 

    What breed of monkeys was sold to the monkeyhouse in Virginia?

    • Baboon

    • Chimpanzee

    • Crab Eaters

    • Gorilla

    Correct Answer
    A. Crab Eaters
    Explanation
    The breed of monkeys that was sold to the monkeyhouse in Virginia is Crab Eaters.

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  • 14. 

    What is the weakest strain of Ebola?

    • Ebola Zaire

    • Ebola Reston

    • Ebola Michel

    • Marburg

    Correct Answer
    A. Ebola Reston
    Explanation
    Ebola Reston is considered the weakest strain of Ebola because it is the only strain that does not cause severe illness or death in humans. While other strains like Ebola Zaire and Ebola Michel are highly virulent and have caused numerous outbreaks with high mortality rates, Ebola Reston has only been found to cause mild illness in non-human primates and has not been associated with any human deaths. Marburg, on the other hand, is a separate virus from the Ebola virus and is not included in the options provided.

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  • 15. 

    What was Nancy Jaax's rank in the army at the beginning of the book?

    • General

    • Colonel

    • Private First Class

    • Lieutenant Colonel

    Correct Answer
    A. Colonel
    Explanation
    At the beginning of the book, Nancy Jaax's rank in the army was Colonel.

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