True or false. Good hygiene is an essential part of being healthy.
false
true
Poor hygiene has the most direct effect on which body system?
immune system
respiratory system
True or false. Teenagers should probably shower more often than younger kids because they have oilier skin.
true
false
Which of these should be washed most frequently?
hat
shirt
jacket
mittens
The number of germs on your hands is comparable to the number of ___________.
grains of sand on a beach.
cars in a parking lot.
True or false. Germs can make you sick.
true
false
True or false. You can use hand sanitizer if you can't get to a sink.
true
false
What happened to the classmate that was always dirty?
His friends always wanted to be around him.
His friends avoided him.
Good personal hygiene _____ harmful germs on your body.
likes
attacks
Which is the most likely reason for brushing your teeth in the morning and before bed?
It's easiest to remember to do at those times.
Bacteria continue to grow in your mouth at night.
What can you use to help with body odor?
toothpaste
deodorant
True or false. Germs can't live long on desks or doorknobs.
false
true
Bad breath and body odor are produced by:
skin glands secreting oils
bacteria digesting food
True or false. All germs are bad for us.
false
true
True or false. Bacteria love any hot sticky place like armpits, feet and private parts.
true
false
True or false. Water that is 100 degrees Fahrenheit is the best to wash your hands.
true
false
Why is it important to wash your hands before meals?
You might touch your mouth when you're eating.
You might not have enough napkins.
How can biting your nails be harmful to your health?
It transfers bacteria between your mouth and hands.
It hurt your teeth.