Sanitation and Its Impact on Health and Society

What is the average amount of human waste produced by a person daily?

• 150 grams

• 200 grams

• 130 grams

• 100 grams

How many people globally lack access to proper sanitation facilities?

• 4 billion

• 2.4 billion

• 1 billion

• 3 billion

Which ancient civilization is known for having constructed the first known toilets?

• Greeks

• Neolithic villagers

• Romans

• Egyptians

Who is credited with inventing the flush toilet?

• Thomas Crapper

• John Harington

• Alexander Cummings

• John Snow

What innovation did Alexander Cummings introduce to the flush toilet?

• A foot pedal

• A porcelain bowl

• A water-filled S trap

• A flushing mechanism

What was the primary cause of cholera outbreaks in 19th century London?

• Contaminated air

• Lack of sunlight

• Poor diet

• Contaminated water

Who mapped cholera cases to identify the source of the outbreak in London?

• Alexander Cummings

• John Snow

• Thomas Crapper

• John Harington

What is the estimated annual economic cost of poor sanitation globally?

• $260 billion

• $200 billion

• $300 billion

• $100 billion

Which medical advancement was voted as the #1 since 1840 by BMJ readers?

• Surgery

• Modern sanitation

• Vaccines

• Antibiotics

What is the main message of Rose George's book 'The Big Necessity'?

• Sanitation is only for the wealthy

• Sanitation is unnecessary

• Sanitation reflects societal values

• Sanitation is a luxury