Bird Flu ARTICLE 1-18

What is the main topic of the article?

• The benefits of bird watching

• The discovery of new bird species

• The risks posed by bird flu in 2024

• The impact of climate change on bird migration

Which virus is responsible for the current bird flu outbreak?

• H5N1

• H3N2

• H1N1

• H7N9

What is a panzootic?

• A vaccine for bird flu

• A new species of bird

• An animal equivalent to a human pandemic

• A type of bird flu

Which animals have been unexpected casualties of the bird flu?

• Dogs, cats, and rabbits

• Sharks, dolphins, and whales

• Cows, elephant seals, and polar bears

• Lions, tigers, and bears

Where did the current bird flu variant first emerge?

• Asia

• Africa

• Europe

• South America

What is the main concern with the current bird flu variant?

• It is making birds more intelligent

• It is causing global warming

• It is spreading to a large number of mammal species

• It is resistant to all known vaccines

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What is the primary way bird flu spreads among birds?

• Through contaminated water

• Through direct contact with infected birds

• Through the air

• Through bird feed

What is the risk of getting bird flu from drinking pasteurized milk?

• No risk

• Moderate risk

• Low risk

• High risk

What should be done to poultry to ensure it is safe to eat?

• Cook it to the right temperature

• Marinate it in vinegar

• Freeze it for 24 hours

• Wash it with soap

How many human cases of bird flu have been reported worldwide?

• 500

• 100

• 29

• 14