Quiz: University students – how much do you know about the coronavirus?

The novel coronavirus epidemic has been dominating headlines, creating much noise and anxiety about the disease.

The World Health Organization (WHO) has declared the outbreak a public health emergency, and countries across the world are bolstering efforts to prevent its spread.

As a university student, you’ll need to take all precautions to protect yourself from the disease, especially in campuses populated by people from all corners of the globe. 

But how much do you know about the virus? 

Put your knowledge to the test with our quiz:

1. Where is the coronavirus thought to have originated from?

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A live animal market in Wuhan, China.

The Amazon rainforest in Brazil.

From a dog meat market in Vietnam.

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2. How much do top Australian universities stand to lose from the pandemic?

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US$200 million

US$2 billion

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3. According to WHO, what are some of the best ways to guard yourself from the virus?

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Cover your nose and mouth when sneezing, either via a tissue or your elbow, and immediately put the tissue into a closed bin.

Incorporate more garlic into your diet.

See your doctor to start a course of antibiotics.

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4. Should students avoid all packages and letters from China?

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Yes, the virus can be transmitted via these modes.

No, the virus is unlikely to survive these surfaces.

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5. If you must travel between your studies, what are some of the steps you can take to protect yourself from the virus?

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Avoid travelling if you have a fever and cough.

Eat only well-cooked food.

Frequently clean your hands using soap and water, or alcohol-based sanitisers.

All of the above.

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6. Which of the following universities are among those racing to develop a vaccine?

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University of Queensland.

Hong Kong University.

Oxford University.

All of the above.

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7. True or false: Chinese outposts of British and US universities have been told to shut down until 1 May 2020.

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True

False

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8. True or false: According to the World Health Organization, face masks are highly effective in protecting you from the disease.

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True

False

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