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    _______ was the name of the Doctor who found that Cholera was a waterbased disease in 1854.

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Explore the historical breakthrough in public health with 'The Ghost Map Quiz'. This quiz assesses knowledge of Dr. John Snow's discovery of the waterborne nature of cholera in 1854, urban housing impacts, and key figures' contributions and theories. Ideal for learners interested in history and epidemiology.

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  • 2. 

    T/F: The book is ultimately about how a large group of people focused on correlative effects of a disease, and the only true innovation happened when John Snow looked for the cause of the disease.

    • True

    • False

    Correct Answer
    A. True
    Explanation
    The book is primarily focused on how a large group of people were primarily concerned with the correlative effects of a disease. However, the only true innovation occurred when John Snow decided to investigate the cause of the disease. This suggests that the book emphasizes the importance of looking beyond correlations and searching for underlying causes, making the statement true.

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    At the time of the 1854 Cholera outbreak the population of London was what?

    Correct Answer
    3 million
    Explanation
    During the 1854 Cholera outbreak in London, the population was estimated to be around 3 million. This information is crucial to understand the scale and impact of the outbreak, as a larger population would mean a higher risk of transmission and a greater challenge in containing the disease. By knowing the population size, health authorities and researchers can better analyze the spread of the disease, identify potential hotspots, and implement appropriate measures to control the outbreak.

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    T/F: SoHo, like many modern urban places was populated by people who actually appreciated the older, more run down housing options.

    • True

    • False

    Correct Answer
    A. True
    Explanation
    The statement suggests that SoHo, like other modern urban places, was inhabited by individuals who genuinely valued the older, dilapidated housing choices. This implies that these people saw the charm or historical significance in these buildings and preferred them over newer, more modern options.

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    Before convincing the Vestry Committee to accept John Snow's waterborne theory, he actually convinced the Board of Governors to do what?

    Correct Answer
    remove the pump handle
    Explanation
    John Snow convinced the Board of Governors to remove the pump handle. This action was taken before he could convince the Vestry Committee to accept his waterborne theory. By removing the pump handle, Snow effectively stopped the spread of cholera in the area. This action demonstrated the direct link between contaminated water and the outbreak, supporting Snow's theory. The removal of the pump handle was a crucial step in convincing others of the validity of his waterborne theory.

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    T/F: Henry Whitehead possessed a theory of his own about the spread of cholera.  He didn't just knock down the theories of others.

    • True

    • False

    Correct Answer
    A. False
    Explanation
    The statement says that Henry Whitehead possessed his own theory about the spread of cholera and didn't just refute others' theories. The correct answer is false because the statement contradicts itself. It implies that Henry Whitehead did not just knock down others' theories, but it also states that he possessed his own theory. Thus, the statement suggests that Henry Whitehead did not only refute others' theories but also had his own theory about the spread of cholera.

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