Immunotherapy Quiz

Which of the following is an example of active immunotherapy?

• Rabies immunoglobulin injection

• Monoclonal antibody therapy

• Cancer vaccines

• Antivenom for snake bites

• Convalescent plasma therapy

Passive immunotherapy provides:

• Long-term immune memory

• Immediate but short-lived immunity

• Complete protection against all infections

• A response that takes weeks to develop

• A permanent cure for autoimmune diseases

Which of the following is NOT a form of passive immunotherapy?

• Convalescent plasma therapy

• Monoclonal antibody therapy

• Administration of antitoxins

• mRNA vaccines

• Intravenous immunoglobulin (IVIG)

Which statement about active immunotherapy is TRUE?

• It involves injecting pre-formed antibodies

• It provides instant immunity

• It includes vaccines

• It is only used for cancer treatment

• It does not generate immune memory

A key advantage of active immunotherapy is:

• Immediate immune protection

• Short-term effectiveness

• Generation of immune memory

• No need for the immune system to respond

• It is only useful against bacterial infections

Which of the following is an example of passive immunotherapy?

• BCG vaccine

• Diphtheria antitoxin

• Cancer peptide vaccine

• Tuberculosis screening test

• mRNA vaccine for COVID-19

How are monoclonal antibodies produced?

• By genetically modifying white blood cells

• By cloning specific immune cells in a lab

• By extracting plasma from vaccinated individuals

• By synthesizing proteins from viruses

• By using weakened bacteria

Which of the following is a disadvantage of passive immunotherapy?

• It takes weeks to develop an immune response

• It cannot be used for cancer treatment

• It does not generate long-term immunity

• It completely prevents infections

• It works only for bacterial infections

What is the main purpose of convalescent plasma therapy?

• To generate an immune memory

• To provide specific antibodies against an infection

• To stimulate T-cell production

• To suppress autoimmunity

• To deliver genetic material

What type of immunity is provided by a vaccine?

• Passive natural immunity

• Active artificial immunity

• Passive artificial immunity

• Active natural immunity

• Innate immunity