Germs such as sweat and dirt can make us sick. True or False.
False (Bacteria and viruses are types of germs)
Clothes do not need to be washed unless it is visibly soiled and stained. True or False.
False (germs are not visible to the eye; they mix with bacteria and cause odor)
It is ok not to use shampoo or soap when showering because the water is enough to clean. True or False.
False.
When are good times to brush your teeth during the day?
A. Before you eat, after you eat, and before bed.
B. Whenever you want to.
C. In the morning/after breakfast, after dinner/before bed and anytime in between
D. After you have a drink
C. In the morning/after breakfast, after dinner/before bed and anytime in between
What part of the hand is commonly missed when hands are being washed.
Fingernails
What causes body odor?
Dirt, Oil, and Sweat
It is ok to turn your underwear inside out to wear it again. True or False
False (Clothing that is worn next to the skin needs to be changed daily, i.e. underwear, socks & shirts)
What should be used every time you shower?
A. Bubble bath
B. Shaving Cream
C. Shampoo and Body Wash (maybe conditioner)
D. Soap
C. Shampoo and Body Wash (Maybe Conditioner)
For how long should you brush your teeth?
A. 30 seconds
B. 2 minutes
C. 3 seconds
D. Until they hurt
B. 2 Minutes
Using hand sanitizer does the same thing as washing your hands. True or False
False. You should wash your hands properly and use hand sanitizer afterward for more protection against germs.
What are three places on your body that can cause body odor?
Armpits, feet, and hair
What clothing items can you wear more than once before washing?
A. Coats and gloves
B. Socks
C. Hoodies
D. Underwear
A and C
How should you wash your feet & body?
A. With soap and a washcloth, making sure that you get into the nooks and crannies. Then, drying well with a towel
B. No need to use soap, just rinse off in the shower
C. Just spray with perfume and apply deodorant everywhere
D. Just wash with soap,
A. With soap and a washcloth, making sure that you get into the nooks and crannies. Then, drying well with a towel
Where does plaque stay the longest and cause bad breath?
A. Teeth
B. Tongue
C. Gums
D. Hair
B. Tongue
When are good times to wash your hands?
A. After touching something that isn’t yours.
B. After talking to someone who is sick, and after taking out the trash.
C. Before going to sleep and after you wake up.
D. After touching waste bins, being near someone who is sick, touching animals, before and after handling food; after using the bathroom and after using a tissue, coughing or sneezing.
D. After touching waste bins, being near someone who is sick, touching animals, before and after handling food; after using the bathroom and after using a tissue, coughing or sneezing.
What is personal hygiene?
A. Using soap to clean yourself.
B. Dental Check-ups
C. Taking care of your body, cleaning yourself, getting dental check-ups, and more
D. Taking showers
C. Taking care of your body, cleaning yourself, getting dental checkups, and more.
How many times can you wear clothes before washing them?
1 time
When are the best times to put on deodorant?
A. Before a party and at school during math
B. After a shower, in the morning, and when it has worn off.
C. After you go to the bathroom and before you eat
D. Before an outdoor sporting event and before a shower.
B. After a shower, in the morning, and when it has worn off.
Why should you floss your teeth?
Helps remove food particles and plaque between your teeth where your toothbrush can't quite reach.
Which has more germs?
A toilet seat or a dollar bill.
A dollar bill
What is personal hygiene a good prevention of?
A. Tooth Decay
B. Disease and sickness
C. Loosing hair
D. Looking ugly
B. Diseases and sickness
What causes clothing to smell?
A. Environment (smoke, cooking smells, etc.)
B. When bacteria mixes with skin cells, dirt & oils in the skin and hair
C. Food, dirt and stains on clothing
D. All of the above
D. All of the above
Why is it important to brush your hair everyday?
Cleans your scalp. Brushing your hair removes the dead skin cells and loose hair from your scalp. Also, prevent your hair from being tangled.
What two things can you do to greatly reduce bad breath?
A. Floss and brush your teeth
B. Exercise and eat healthy foods
C. Use mouthwash when it stinks, no need to brush
D. See your dentist every 6 years & only brush before your visit
Explain the steps of handwashing.