Personal Hygiene

What do we mean when we say 'good personal hygiene'?

• keeping body free from dirt and germs

• Keeping your surroundings clean and tidy

• Doing something to improve our self-esteem

Why is it important to wash your hands before meals?

• Most food has germs in it

• You may not have enough napkins

• To prevent the spread of germs

• So you can eat with your hands

Which of the following are examples of good hygiene? Choose more than one answer.

• Play tennis once a week

• Wash hands before eating

• Eat lots of vegetables

• Go to bed every night at 9:00

• Keep cuts and scrapes clean

Why is it important to brush your teeth at least twice a day?

• To get rid of food particles that cause bacteria in your mouth.

• To make your mouth smell fresh

• To make your teeth whiter

What song should you sing as you wash your hands?

• "Happy Birthday" twice

• "If You're Happy and You Know It"

• "Row, Row, Row Your Boat"

Keeping your nails neat and trimmed will help prevent the spread of germs and bacteria.

• True

• False

Why should you use deodorant each day?

• To prevent you from sweating.

• So you don't have to take a shower.

• To prevent bad odours.

How often should you visit the dentist?

• Once a year

• Twice a year

• Only when there is a problem

Katrina is going to bake a cake she should avoid all the following EXCEPT

• coughing and sneezing over food

• wearing jewelry

• wearing long fingernails

• using paper hand towels

Which of the following is not used for good personal hygiene in the kitchen?

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