by walker.adrien
Feeling under the weather but unsure whether it’s the flu or just a common cold? This quiz will help you distinguish between the two by testing your knowledge on symptoms, treatments, and prevention strategies. Get ready to sharpen your understanding and feel more confident in identifying and managing these common illnesses. Good luck!
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Flu or Cold Quiz Questions Overview
1. Which symptom is more common with the flu than with a cold?
Runny nose
High fever
Sneezing
Mild headache
2. What is the typical duration of flu symptoms?
1-2 days
3-4 days
5-7 days
1-2 weeks
3. Which of the following is NOT a common symptom of the common cold?
Sore throat
Runny nose
Body aches
High fever
4. Which virus is primarily responsible for the flu?
Rhinovirus
Coronavirus
Influenza virus
Adenovirus
5. What is a common preventive measure for both the flu and the cold?
Antibiotics
Vaccination
Hand washing
Antiviral medication
6. Which symptom is more likely to be severe with the flu compared to a cold?
Cough
Fatigue
Sore throat
Congestion
7. Which of the following is a common complication of the flu?
Sinus infection
Pneumonia
Ear infection
Bronchitis
8. What is the best time of year to get a flu vaccine?
Spring
Summer
Fall
Winter
9. Which age group is at higher risk for severe flu complications?
Children under 5
Teenagers
Adults in their 30s
Adults in their 50s
10. Which of the following is a common over-the-counter treatment for cold symptoms?
Antibiotics
Antivirals
Decongestants
Steroids
11. What is a key difference between flu and cold symptoms?
Flu symptoms develop gradually
Cold symptoms are more severe
Flu symptoms appear suddenly
Cold symptoms include high fever
12. Which of the following is a common symptom of both the flu and the common cold?
Nausea
Diarrhea
Cough
Rash
13. Which of the following is NOT recommended for treating the flu?
Rest
Fluids
Antibiotics
Antiviral medication
14. What is a common way the flu virus spreads?
Mosquito bites
Contaminated food
Airborne droplets
Waterborne transmission
15. Which of the following symptoms is more characteristic of a cold than the flu?
High fever
Severe body aches
Runny nose
Sudden onset
16. Which of the following is a common way to prevent the spread of both the flu and the cold?
Avoiding exercise
Wearing a mask
Eating spicy food
Taking antibiotics
17. Which of the following is a common myth about the flu?
The flu shot can give you the flu
The flu can cause severe complications
The flu is more severe than a cold
The flu can spread through airborne droplets
18. Which of the following groups should get the flu vaccine annually?
Only elderly people
Only children
Everyone over 6 months old
Only healthcare workers
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