Bacterial Infections and Their Effects

What is a common beneficial role of bacteria in the human body?

• Causing fever

• Breaking down food in intestines

• Producing toxins

• Damaging cells and tissues

Which statement accurately describes bacteria?

• They are multicellular organisms

• They are about 100 times larger than human cells

• They are single-celled organisms

• They cannot reproduce by themselves

Unlike viruses, bacteria are classified as:

• Non-living entities

• Obligate intracellular parasites

• Single-celled organisms that can reproduce independently

• Organisms that always require a host cell to replicate

How do harmful bacteria typically cause illness in humans?

• By consuming all available food supply

• By producing toxins that damage cells and tissues

• By increasing body temperature

• By directly attacking the immune system

How is Salmonella most commonly contracted?

• Through airborne particles

• By eating contaminated food, especially chicken

• Via direct contact with an infected person

• From contaminated water sources only

Which of the following are common symptoms of Salmonella infection?

• Skin rash and joint pain

• Fever, stomach cramps, vomiting, and diarrhea

• Sore throat and coughing

• Headaches and muscle aches

Which part of the human body is primarily affected by Salmonella bacteria?

• Lungs

• Brain

• Intestines

• Heart

How long does it typically take for Salmonella infection to pass by itself?

• A few days

• About a week

• Several weeks

• A few months

Gonorrhea is classified as what type of disease?

• A foodborne illness

• A respiratory infection

• A sexually transmitted disease

• A genetic disorder

How is Gonorrhea primarily transmitted between individuals?

• Through casual contact like shaking hands

• By sharing personal items

• Through sexual contact

• Via contaminated water