Take Quiz: Measles Quiz

Question 1

Measles is caused by which virus?*

A. Paramyxovirus

B. Flavivirus

C. Orthomyxovirus

D. Retrovirus

Question 2

The classic triad of measles symptoms is:*

A. Cough, Coryza, Conjunctivitis

B. Rash, Fever, Diarrhea

C. Headache, Vomiting, Stiff neck

D. Malaise, Fever, Sweating

Question 3

Koplik spots are found in:*

A. Malaria

B. Measles

C. Typhoid

D. Leprosy

Question 4

The measles rash typically begins on:*

A. Legs

B. Arms

C. Face (behind ears)

D. Abdomen

Question 5

The incubation period of measles is:*

A. 1–2 days

B. 7–14 days

C. 2–4 weeks

D. 1–2 months

Question 6

The most serious complication of measles is:*

A. Pneumonia

B. Liver failure

C. Appendicitis

D. Arthritis

Question 7

Vitamin A supplementation in measles is important because it:*

A. Prevents blindness and reduces mortality

B. Cures the virus

C. Acts as antibiotic

D. Prevents fever

Question 8

Measles is preventable by:*

A. MMR vaccine

B. BCG vaccine

C. Yellow fever vaccine

D. None

Question 9

Which age group is most at risk for severe measles?*

A. Adults

B. Infants and malnourished children

C. Teenagers

D. Elderly

Question 10

Measles is transmitted by:*

A. Fecal-oral route

B. Airborne droplets

C. Vector-borne

D. Sexual contact