Antibody Production & Vaccination Intro Quiz

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What is the role of the immune system in the body?

Defending against infection (correct)

Causing diseases

Triggering allergic reactions

Producing antigens

What are pathogens?

Proteins and saccharides on cell surfaces

Unique molecules on the surface of cells

Foreign molecules triggering immune response

Cells that cause diseases (correct)

What do antigens do in the immune system?

Recognize foreign cells (correct)

Trigger allergic reactions

Protect the body from infections

Produce foreign molecules

How does the immune system distinguish between foreign cells and 'self' cells?

Based on molecules found on cell surfaces Signup and view all the answers

What is the general vulnerability of pathogens?

They only infect humans Signup and view all the answers

What is the main function of antibodies in the immune system?

To defend against infection Signup and view all the answers

What is a zoonosis?

A pathogen that has evolved to cross the species barrier Signup and view all the answers

What is the significance of knowing one's blood group?

It is important for identifying potential blood donors Signup and view all the answers

What stimulates antibody production in a person with a different blood group during a blood transfusion?

Antigens on the surface of red blood cells Signup and view all the answers

What can occur if the wrong blood type is given during a transfusion?

Agglutination Signup and view all the answers

What is done to prevent mismatches during blood transfusions?

Testing for the presence of specific antigens using antibodies Signup and view all the answers

Which statement accurately describes a zoonosis?

It has evolved to cross the species barrier and infect different species Signup and view all the answers

What causes agglutination during a mismatched blood transfusion?

Reaction between donor antibodies and recipient's antigens Signup and view all the answers

Why are zoonotic diseases of global health concern?

They can spread rapidly due to increased contact between humans and animals Signup and view all the answers

What determines a person's blood group?

The antigens found on the surface of their red blood cells Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary function of antigens on the surface of red blood cells?

To trigger antibody production in response to foreign substances Signup and view all the answers

What method did Mohandas Gandhi champion to resist colonial rule in India?

Soul force Signup and view all the answers

What is the basis of satyagraha, or 'soul force'?

Sacrificing oneself for justice Signup and view all the answers

Why did the Indian National Congress need to expand its appeal?

To challenge British rule Signup and view all the answers

What did Gandhi emphasize in his approach to resisting colonial rule?

Infliction of suffering on the opponent Signup and view all the answers

What does 'soul force' involve according to Gandhi's philosophy?

Sacrificing oneself for justice Signup and view all the answers

What concept did Gandhi's non-violent resistance stem from?

'Soul force' Signup and view all the answers

What was the purpose of the hartal in the context of Satyagraha?

To protest against British goods Signup and view all the answers

Why did Gandhi consciously reject Western values?

To connect with the mass of the Indian peasantry Signup and view all the answers

What did non-violent resistance exploit as Britain's greatest weakness in India?

British economy's reliance on the subcontinent Signup and view all the answers

What prompted Gandhi to change Congress into a mass nationalist movement?

Inclusiveness based on class, ethnic, and religious lines Signup and view all the answers

What earned Gandhi respect and support from tenant farmers, industrial workers, and poor farmers?

Identification with their problems Signup and view all the answers

Why did non-violent resistance suit the Indian élite?

They feared destabilization from armed struggle Signup and view all the answers

What was the Khalifat movement's impact on Gandhi's support base?

One of his strongest sources of support Signup and view all the answers

What allowed Gandhi to connect with the mass of the Indian peasantry?

Appeal to traditional cultural values Signup and view all the answers

What was the effect of simply boycotting British goods?

It would have a massive effect on the colonial power's ability to trade successfully Signup and view all the answers

What was the main reason for Gandhi to establish an ashram committed to non-violence and self-sufficiency?

To connect with the Indian peasantry Signup and view all the answers

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