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Bed Bugs Quiz - Test Your IQ

Q:What are bed bugs?

ASmall winged insects that belong to the family Cimicidae BSmall wingless insects that belong to the order Acarina CThe larvae of a type of mite of the family Trombiculidae DNone of the above

Q:What are bed bugs?

The correct answer is: A Small winged insects that belong to the family Cimicidae

Explanation:

Bed bugs are small, oval winged insects that belong to the insect family Cimicidae, which includes three species that bite people.

Q:How big are adult bed bugs?

A1-2 mm B5-7 mm C½ inch D¾ inch

Q:How big are adult bed bugs?

The correct answer is: B 5-7 mm

Explanation:

Adult bed bugs reach 5-7 mm in length, while nymphs (juveniles) are as small as 1.5 mm.

Q:What color are adult bed bugs?

ALight gray BBlack CReddish brown DWhite

Q:What color are adult bed bugs?

The correct answer is: C Reddish brown

Explanation:

Adult bed bugs are reddish brown in color, appearing more reddish after feeding on a blood meal.

Q:What color are bed bug nymphs?

AWhite BBlack CBrown DClear

Q:What color are bed bug nymphs?

The correct answer is: D Clear

Explanation:

Nymphs are clear in color and appear bright red after feeding.

Q:Bed bugs can fly.

• True • False

Q:Bed bugs can fly.

The correct answer is: • False

Explanation:

The wings of bed bugs are vestigial, so they cannot fly.

Q:Which factors may have led to a recent increase in bed bug infestations?

ARestrictions on the use of stronger pesticides BIncreases in immigration and travel from the developing world CA and B DNone of the above

Q:Which factors may have led to a recent increase in bed bug infestations?

The correct answer is: C A and B

Explanation:

Bed bugs were common in the U.S. before World War II and became rare after widespread use of the pesticide DDT began in the 1940s and 1950s. They remained prevalent in other areas of the world and, in recent years, have been increasingly observed again in the U.S. Increases in immigration and travel from the developing world as well as restrictions on the use of stronger pesticides may be factors that have led to the relatively recent increase in bed bug infestations.

Q:Bed bugs need a blood meal at least once a week.

• True • False

Q:Bed bugs need a blood meal at least once a week.

The correct answer is: • False

Explanation:

Bed bugs can live for months without feeding.

Q:Bed bugs tend to be commonly found in�

AMattresses BBox springs CFurniture crevices DAll of the above

Q:Bed bugs tend to be commonly found in�

The correct answer is: D All of the above

Explanation:

Bed bugs tend to be most common in areas where people sleep and generally concentrate in beds, including mattresses, box springs, and bed frames. Other sites where bed bugs often reside include curtains, the corners inside dressers and other furniture, cracks in wallpaper (particularly near the bed), and inside the spaces of wicker furniture.

Q:What are symptoms and signs of bed bug bites?

ARaised bumps on the skin BBlisters on the skin CA spreading red rash DThere are no symptoms and signs associated with bed bug bites.

Q:What are symptoms and signs of bed bug bites?

The correct answer is: A Raised bumps on the skin

Explanation:

The bed bug bite itself is painless and is not noticed. Small, flat, or raised bumps on the skin are the most common sign; redness, swelling, and itching commonly occur.

Q:What is the treatment for bed bug bites?

ATypically, no treatment is required for bed bug bites. BApply a pediculicide to the bite. CPlace a cool compress over the bites. DAn antivenin must be administered.

Q:What is the treatment for bed bug bites?

The correct answer is: A Typically, no treatment is required for bed bug bites.

Explanation:

Typically, no treatment is required for bed bug bites. If itching is severe, steroid creams or oral antihistamines may be used for symptom relief. Secondary bacterial infections that develop over heavily scratched areas may require the use of antibiotics.

Q:How can people detect a bed bug infestation?

AIdentify fecal stains on the bed sheets. BLocate egg cases in crevices on or near the bed. CA and B DNone of the above

Q:How can people detect a bed bug infestation?

The correct answer is: C A and B

Explanation:

You can look to see if you can identify the bed bugs' fecal stains, egg cases, and exuviae (shed skins) in crevices and cracks on or near beds. You should also look at other areas such as under wallpaper, behind picture frames, in couches and other furniture, in bed springs and under mattresses, and even in articles of clothing.

Q:How can people get rid of bed bugs in their home?

APut double-sided tape on cracks and crevices to trap bed bugs. BScrub infested surfaces with a stiff brush to remove eggs. CA and B DNone of the above

Q:How can people get rid of bed bugs in their home?

The correct answer is: B Scrub infested surfaces with a stiff brush to remove eggs.

Explanation:

The pest-control expert may recommend certain forms of deep-cleaning such as scrubbing infested surfaces with a stiff brush to remove bed bug eggs, dismantling bed frames and furniture, filling cracks in floors, walls, and moldings, encasing mattresses within special bags, or using a powerful vacuum on cracks and crevices.

Q:What's the best way for people to prevent bed bug bites in hotels?

ASearch beds and mattresses for signs of a bed bug infestation. BWear insect repellant when sleeping in a hotel bed. CBring your own bedsheets. DNone of the above

Q:What's the best way for people to prevent bed bug bites in hotels?

The correct answer is: A Search beds and mattresses for signs of a bed bug infestation.

Explanation:

Those concerned about the potential for bed bugs bites in hotels should examine hotel beds and mattresses for signs of a bed bug infestation.

Q:Which of the following statements about bed bugs is false?

ABed bugs may infest many units in an apartment. BThey may be in suitcases that are moved from a hotel to home. CBed bugs or their eggs may be present in used clothing. DNone of the above

Q:Which of the following statements about bed bugs is false?

The correct answer is: D None of the above

Explanation:

Bed bugs live in any articles of furniture, clothing, or bedding, so they or their eggs may be present in used furniture or clothing. They spread by crawling and may contaminate multiple rooms in a home or even multiple dwellings in apartment buildings. They may also be present in boxes, suitcases, or other goods that are moved from residence to residence or from a hotel to home.

Q:Can you identify the bed bug?

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Bed Bugs Quiz - Test Your IQ

Q:What are bed bugs?

Q:What are bed bugs?

Q:How big are adult bed bugs?

Q:How big are adult bed bugs?

Q:What color are adult bed bugs?

Q:What color are adult bed bugs?

Q:What color are bed bug nymphs?

Q:What color are bed bug nymphs?

Q:Bed bugs can fly.

Q:Bed bugs can fly.

Q:Which factors may have led to a recent increase in bed bug infestations?

Q:Which factors may have led to a recent increase in bed bug infestations?

Q:Bed bugs need a blood meal at least once a week.

Q:Bed bugs need a blood meal at least once a week.

Q:Bed bugs tend to be commonly found in�

Q:Bed bugs tend to be commonly found in�

Q:What are symptoms and signs of bed bug bites?

Q:What are symptoms and signs of bed bug bites?

Q:What is the treatment for bed bug bites?

Q:What is the treatment for bed bug bites?

Q:How can people detect a bed bug infestation?

Q:How can people detect a bed bug infestation?

Q:How can people get rid of bed bugs in their home?

Q:How can people get rid of bed bugs in their home?

Q:What's the best way for people to prevent bed bug bites in hotels?

Q:What's the best way for people to prevent bed bug bites in hotels?

Q:Which of the following statements about bed bugs is false?

Q:Which of the following statements about bed bugs is false?

Q:Can you identify the bed bug?

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