COVID Quiz: How much do you really know about the virus?

Many families still have a slew of questions about the COVID-19 pandemic, even though we know a lot more about the virus now than we did when it started in December. That’s in part because experts are learning about the virus in real time, while we’re trying to go about our lives as much as possible and scientists simultaneously race for a vaccine that can catapult us back to normal (or some new version of normal). 

Think you know everything you need to know to keep your family safe? Take our short COVID-19 quiz and find out (answers and additional info at the end):

Welcome to your COVID Quiz: How much do you really know about the virus?

Most coronavirus infections have what kind of symptoms?

Mild

Moderate

Severe

Asymptomatic (they show no symptoms)

None

What are the symptoms of COVID-19?

Fever

Cough

Sore throat

All of the above

None

The virus mostly impacts:

The elderly

Those with compromised immune systems and other underlying conditions, such as asthma

Everyone

People who don’t wear masks

None

Which of these measures is your best defense against catching and spreading the virus?

Washing your hands often

Wearing a face covering when in public

Staying at least six feet away from others

All of the above

None

Which of these statements is true?

A face covering works best when it covers your mouth and nose

Covering your mouth is most important when wearing a face covering

Children should only wear face coverings around grandparents living in a nursing home

Those high-grade N45 face coverings are the only kind that can truly protect you

None

Who should wear a face covering in public?

Everyone

Anyone over the age of 2

The elderly and those with compromised immune systems

No one is legally required to wear a face covering

None

When should children over 2 wear a face covering?

Only when it’s mandatory in my area

When we’re out in public

When we’re outside

When we’re within six feet of anyone who is not a direct family member living with us

None

What are some ways to help children wear a face covering?

Practice putting one on a stuffed animal or toy

Show them pictures of other kids wearing them

Look in the mirror with the face coverings on and talk about them

All of the above

None

The best way to keep your family’s hands clean is to:

Wash hands thoroughly with soap and water

Use a hand sanitizer with at least 60 percent alcohol

Clean surfaces throughout your home from time to time

Don’t touch anything

None

The most reliable source of information about the virus is:

Social media

Friends and family

The Centers For Disease Control (CDC) and the World Health Organization (WHO)

News organizations

None

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