Ascariasis and Ringworm - Unsolved Practice Set
Chapter: Human Health and Disease | Topic: Ascariasis and Ringworm
ASCARIASIS AND RINGWORM - UNSOLVED PRACTICE SET
Topic: Ascariasis and Ringworm
Multiple Choice Questions
Q1. Ascariasis is caused by the parasitic infection of:
- A bacterium
- A roundworm, Ascaris lumbricoides
- A fungus
- A protozoan
Q2. The eggs of Ascaris typically enter the human body mainly through:
- Mosquito bites
- Contaminated food, water, or soil
- Direct skin contact only
- Airborne transmission
Q3. Ringworm is caused by an infection of:
- Bacteria
- Fungi (such as Microsporum, Trichophyton, Epidermophyton)
- Roundworms
- Viruses
Q4. Ringworm infections typically appear on the skin as:
- Dry, scaly patches/lesions, often ring-shaped
- Deep internal ulcers
- Blood clots
- Swollen lymph nodes only
Q5. Ringworm infections are more common in:
- Cold, dry climates
- Warm, humid climates
- High-altitude regions
- Any climate equally, with no environmental influence
Short Answer Questions
Q6. Name the causative organism of ascariasis, and mention how it typically spreads to humans.
Q7. What symptoms are commonly associated with ascariasis infection?
Q8. Name any two fungal genera responsible for causing ringworm in humans.
Q9. Why is ringworm more commonly seen in humid climates, and how does it typically spread from person to person?
Long Answer Questions
Q10. Describe ascariasis, covering its causative organism, mode of transmission, symptoms, and preventive measures.
Q11. Explain ringworm as a fungal infection, describing its causes, symptoms, and how it can be prevented, especially in humid conditions.
APPLICATION / ANALYSIS
Q12. Children in a school where students frequently walk barefoot in unclean, muddy areas and don't wash hands before eating are found to have a higher incidence of ascariasis compared to children who follow strict hygiene practices. Explain, using your understanding of ascariasis transmission, why hygiene habits make such a difference.
Q13. During India's humid monsoon season, dermatology clinics often report an increase in ringworm cases, especially among people who share towels, clothes, or sports equipment. Explain the biological reasoning behind this seasonal and social pattern of ringworm spread.