The Spanish Flu Quiz

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    When did the Spanish Influenza start.

    • 1914
    • 1918
    • 2009
    • 1924
    • None of the above
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The Spanish Flu quiz explores the historical pandemic of 1918, assessing knowledge on its timeline, global impact, and response strategies. It highlights the severity, the waves, and the role of various entities in managing the crisis, enhancing understanding of pandemic management.

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  • 2. 

    How many waves was there of the influenza?

    • There was no waves

    • 5 waves

    • 1 wave

    • 3 waves

    • 4 waves

    Correct Answer
    A. 3 waves
    Explanation
    The correct answer is 3 waves. This suggests that there were three distinct periods or outbreaks of influenza. Each wave likely refers to a surge in the number of cases or the spread of the virus within a certain timeframe. This answer implies that the influenza outbreak occurred in three separate phases or cycles, possibly indicating different strains or variations of the virus that caused multiple waves of infection.

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  • 3. 

    People with jobs such as carpenters, were employed to build as many what for the spanish influenza?

    • Wooden coffins

    • Beds for patients

    • Doors for the rooms

    • Camps for the sick people

    • All of the above

    Correct Answer
    A. Wooden coffins
    Explanation
    During the Spanish influenza, carpenters were employed to build wooden coffins. This was because the influenza pandemic resulted in a high number of deaths, and there was a need for an increased supply of coffins to accommodate the deceased.

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    The Spanish Influenza took place in ________

    Correct Answer
    the whole world only the U.S.A Afica
    Explanation
    The Spanish Influenza was a global pandemic that occurred from 1918 to 1919. It affected countries all over the world, including the U.S.A and Africa. The virus spread rapidly and caused significant illness and death on a global scale. Therefore, the correct answer is that the Spanish Influenza took place in the whole world, including the U.S.A and Africa.

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    It's estimated that about ______ people died the first week.

    Correct Answer
    6 milliion 5000 1000000
    Explanation
    The correct answer is 6 million. This means that approximately 6 million people died in the first week.

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    The ____ helped with getting suppies for the hospitals

    Correct Answer
    health department army towns people red cross
    Explanation
    The health department, army, townspeople, and Red Cross all played a role in helping to get supplies for the hospitals. The health department would be responsible for coordinating and ensuring the availability of necessary medical supplies. The army could assist in transporting and distributing these supplies in emergency situations. The townspeople might contribute by donating or fundraising for supplies. The Red Cross is a well-known organization that provides humanitarian aid, including medical supplies, during times of crisis.

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