Quiz: Epstein-Barr Virus and Cancer

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1. Q1.How do health agencies classify epstein-barr virus?

   AA probable (likely) human carcinogenBA possible human carcinogen (weaker evidence)CA known human carcinogen (strongest evidence)DNot classifiable — evidence is inconclusive

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2. Q2.According to this article, how are people most often exposed to epstein-barr virus?

   AContact with saliva; infection is very common and usually harmlessBThere is no known way for people to be exposed to itCOnly by taking a prescription medicine for itDOnly through contact with the eyes

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3. Q3.Epstein-Barr virus is most strongly linked to which cancer?

   Abrain tumorsBCertain lymphomas and nasopharyngeal cancerCchildhood leukemiaDmelanoma of the skin

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4. Q4.What does it mean that epstein-barr virus is classified as a carcinogen?

   AThat everyone exposed to it is certain to get cancerBThat it has been banned in every countryCThat there is no way to reduce exposure to itDThat it can cause cancer under some conditions — a hazard, not a measure of personal risk

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